Operations Management and Analysis

Online Bachelor of Arts Degree in Operations Management and Analysis

Ashford University's Bachelor of Arts in Operations Management and Analysis program is described by Dr. Alan Swank, Chair of Operations and General Management within Ashford's College of Business and Professional Studies. Dr. Swank holds a Doctorate in Organization, Management, and Leadership from Capella University and a Master's degree in Organizational Management from Spring Arbor University. Read his full bio.

Earn your Bachelor of Arts in Operations Management and Analysis degree online from Ashford University. This degree program gives you the analytical skills to make management decisions for operational success.

Degree Focus

In this curriculum, you will learn the impact of globalization on supply chains and production. Your courses include such topics as production control, total quality management, decision modeling, and systems analysis.

Career Opportunities

When you complete your Bachelor of Arts in Operations Management and Analysis degree, you can pursue a number of careers in which systems analysis and problem-solving skills are a must. Just a few of the many fields where this degree might apply include:

  • Production Control
  • Inventory Control 
  • Operations Management
  • Distribution Management
  • Quality Management
  • Supply Chain Management

Special Terms and Conditions

Successful completion of this program by itself does not provide licensure or certification in any state, regardless of concentration or specialization. Students seeking licensure or certification in a particular profession are strongly encouraged to carefully research the requirements prior to enrollment. Requirements may vary by state. Ashford University does not guarantee that any professional organization will accept a graduate's application to sit for any exam for the purpose of professional certification.

Specialization

You may also choose to delve into other areas of operations management when you add a specialization to your degree program. A specialization consists of four (4) courses, each worth three (3) credits. These courses are taught online as part of your degree program. For more detailed information, see the Courses tab. This program offers the following specialization:

Logistics Management

Coordinate your career for success by adding a specialization in Logistics Management. You will learn how to distribute products, services, and material while preparing for a career managing transportation, warehouses, and supply chains.

Your courses in this Bachelor of Arts degree program are taught by advance-degreed instructors with real-world experience in the subjects they teach. In addition, you can transfer up to 90 approved credits toward your Bachelor's degree and accelerate your degree completion.

If this program fits your personal and professional goals, contact Ashford University at 866.711.1700 to learn more, or request additional information.

Operations Management and Analysis