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Online Operations Management Degree Bachelor of Science (BS)

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Cost per credit $330

Total courses 40

Term length 8 weeks

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Program Overview Why get an online operations management degree?

Operations managers are a key component to any successful management team. Are you fascinated by the processes used to produce and transport products, services and people?

Southern New Hampshire University's Bachelor of Science (BS) in Operations Management online degree program provides you with the knowledge and skills you'll need to effectively develop, improve and manage business processes.

Skills you'll learn:

  • Continuous improvement practices
  • Operations management theory
  • Operations best-practices
  • Business decision-making
  • Business sustainability procedures
  • Accountability and effectiveness
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Courses & Curriculum Online operations management classes that prepare you for your career

SNHU's operations degree provides a solid foundation of knowledge for managing operations in manufacturing, service and other sectors. The curriculum builds upon a business core, emphasizing communication, ethics and globalization.

The bachelor's program culminates in a capstone course, to assess your ability to synthesize and integrate the knowledge and skills you've developed throughout your coursework.

Concentrations

Online operations management concentrations

Choose the bachelor's in online operations management degree alone, or elect a concentration: logistics and transportation or project management.

Play a crucial role in the supply chain with the Bachelor of Science in Operations Management with an online logistics degree concentration.

This concentration will help prepare you to oversee the successful delivery of goods including purchasing, transportation, inventory and warehousing. You'll use software programs and manage logistical functions and challenges across the entire life cycle of a product, all in service of a superior consumer experience.

Courses may include:

  • Sustainable Operations
  • Transportation Management
  • Reverse Logistics
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Earn your project management degree online at Southern New Hampshire University and gain the knowledge and skills you need to manage and execute projects on time, on budget and within scope.

The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Operations Management with a concentration in Project Management degree provides students an opportunity to apply the knowledge and techniques needed to execute and manage projects in almost every industry, including manufacturing and services.

If you enjoy the rewards and challenges of managing people and processes, completing this project management degree online may be right for you. You'll build effective communication skills, learn creative and analytical problem-solving strategies and explore the vital role that project management plays in moving a company forward.

In this concentration, you have the option to take QSO-345: Project Management for CAPM® Certification course, which can prepare you to take the PMI® Certified Associate in Project Management® exam.

Career outlook:

According to a Project Management Institute® report, jobs in project-oriented industries in the U.S. will grow through 2030, with more than 128,000 job openings each year for project management-oriented roles.1

Courses may include:

  • Project Management
  • Human Behavior in Organizations
  • Leading in an Organization

Those interested in this concentration may also want to explore our BS in Business Administration with an online project management degree concentration. 

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  • Schedule of weekly assignments
  • Discussion boards
  • Grades
  • Instructor announcements
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Accreditations

SNHU is accredited by the regional accreditor the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE). The university also carries specialized accreditations for some programs.

This program and its concentrations are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). Student achievement data can be found on the ACBSP accreditation page.

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Tuition Cost & Savings College can be more affordable than you think

As a nonprofit university, SNHU offers some of the lowest online tuition rates in the country. And when you work with our Financial Services team, we'll explore ways to help you save even more on your education – and customize a payment plan that works for you.

Online undergraduate tuition

Student
Cost per credit
Cost per course
Cost for 120-credit degree*
Full- and part-time students
$330
$990
$39,600
Active-duty military and spouses | Full- and part-time students**
$231
$693
$27,720

*before previously earned credits are applied

Tuition rates are subject to change and are reviewed annually.

**Note: Students receiving this rate are not eligible for additional discounts.

Additional costs: Course materials vary by course.

Transfer credits and lower your cost by:

$9,900 $14,850 $19,800 $24,750 $29,700
Transfer credits and lower your cost by:

If 30 of your prior learning credits ($330/credit) are accepted toward your bachelor’s degree.

Your remaining tuition cost: $29,700

If 45 of your prior learning credits ($330/credit) are accepted toward your bachelor’s degree.

Your remaining tuition cost: $24,750

If 60 of your prior learning credits ($330/credit) are accepted toward your bachelor’s degree.

Your remaining tuition cost: $19,800

If 75 of your prior learning credits ($330/credit) are accepted toward your bachelor’s degree.

Your remaining tuition cost: $14,850

If 90 of your prior learning credits ($330/credit) are accepted toward your bachelor’s degree.

Your remaining tuition cost: $9,900

How we estimate your tuition cost:

We look at the cost per credit multiplied by the number of credits you need to earn for a bachelor's degree. Most bachelor's degrees require 120 credits. SNHU allows you to transfer in up to 90 credits, requiring a minimum of 30 credits to be taken at SNHU. This is only a tuition estimator, and doesn't account for other fees that may be associated with your program of choice.

Career Outlook What can I do with an operations management degree?

While people tend to associate operations managers with retail, manufacturing and warehouse management, these areas only scratch the surface of what can be done with an operations management degree. Virtually every business and industry needs the knowledge and skills of an operations manager – whether it's a high-end dining establishment, a local bank or fashion retail. Employment continues to grow as more businesses transport goods in the global economy.

Occupations

Operations managers can work in a number of high-demand industries, including transportation, retail, military, e-commerce, healthcare, financial services, higher education, food service and more. Occupations in these industries include:

Help organizations control expense and maximize profitability by analyzing inventory, capacity levels and pricing data.

Manage the acquisition, negotiation and purchasing of materials through various vendors to support product preparation and construction.

Plan and prioritize the equipment, raw materials, manpower and capacity needed to optimize production and meet demand in a timely manner.

Organize the workflow of team members within the production environment to meet deadlines and production quantity output.

Establish parameters, roles and goals of a cross-departmental project team to help ensure success within an estimated time frame and budget.

Track inventory, provide pricing assessments, manage project-specific supply needs and work with vendors to negotiate pricing and scheduling.

Help ensure products meet quality standards and identify areas for product and process improvements.

Review processes and establish supply chain schedules to help mitigate factors that can impact the supply chain such as customs issues and weather.

5%

Increase in administrative and facilities manager positions in the U.S. through 2032, according to the BLS.2

$104,900

Median annual wage in 2023 for administrative and facilities managers, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.2


Understanding the numbers
When reviewing job growth and salary information, it’s important to remember that actual numbers can vary due to many different factors—like years of experience in the role, industry of employment, geographic location, worker skill and economic conditions. Cited projections do not guarantee actual salary or job growth.

What SNHU students are saying

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Each class taught me something new and allowed me to get closer to my dream. And this degree helped me land a career for a company that I am very excited to be a part of.

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Get answers about the online BS in Operations Management
Frequently Asked Questions

Typical entry-level education for operations managers is a bachelor's degree in operations management, supply chain management or a related field.

Some operations management positions may also benefit from a business administration degree due to its holistic approach to all facets of how a business runs and operates. Earning a business degree with a concentration in an area such as project management offers the experience you need to succeed in operations management, project management and a multitude of other business operations positions.

For those looking to continue their education in operations management once they earn their bachelor's, SNHU also offers an online master's in project management.

Broadly speaking, operations managers are responsible for guiding critical business decisions within an organization.

They use mathematical and analytical methods to identify, analyze, interpret and solve operational challenges, as well as promote successful business practices. They have the power to examine and improve processes in almost every area of an organization – from supply chains and resource allocation to setting prices and production schedules.

It's important to note that, while people tend to associate operations managers with retail and home improvement industries, these areas only scratch the surface of what can be done with an operations management degree. Virtually every business and industry needs the knowledge and skills of an operations manager – whether it's a high-end dining establishment, a local bank or fashion retail.

Generally, an operations manager will be responsible for at least one of the following:

  • Front end operations management – which is the customer-facing side of operations, such as customer support, communication and sales; or
  • Back end operations management –which is the behind-the-scenes side of operations, such as inventory, distribution and delivery

You may work in a single retail location or distribution center, or as a regional or area manager – overseeing multiple stores in an assigned area. In any case, your contributions will play a major role in the success of a company.

It can depend on your specific role, years of experience and other factors, but here are some examples: according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2023 logisticians earned an annual median salary of $79,400, industrial production managers earned an annual median salary of $116,970, and administrative and facilities managers earned an annual median salary of $104,900.2 By comparison, the median annual wage for all workers was $48,060 in the same year.2

These wages vary by industry. For example, in May 2023, logisticians working for the federal government earned a median annual wage of $95,890, the highest among all industries.2 With data playing an increasingly pivotal role in the way organizations operate, it's expected that job prospects for qualified professionals who can interpret this data will continue to grow.

There are several key skills an operations manager must possess, including:

  • Leadership
  • Organizational planning
  • Adaptability
  • Risk management
  • Strong communication
  • The ability to understand complex systems

These skills and many others are demonstrated regularly by military service members in the numerous organizational leadership positions that span across all branches of our military.

Military operational support roles, for example, require service members to execute timely decisions, coordinate leadership operational directives, allocate resources or prioritize operational needs that can change at a moment's notice. The operations management degree helps our valued service members take these skills – many of which were developed through their service experience – and translate them into a successful civilian career.

Beyond a curriculum that builds upon military skills, SNHU has a longstanding track record of empowering military service members and their families – a commitment we've stuck to since we first introduced online learning for active military students back in 1995.

Here are just a few ways we proudly support our men and women in uniform:

  • Military tuition benefits. We offer online tuition discounts of up to 30% for service members, both full and part time, and the spouses of those on active duty. We also accept Tuition Assistance (TA), VA education benefits and military scholarships for spouses through MyCAA.
  • Transfer-friendly enrollment. At SNHU, you can transfer up to 90 credits toward your undergraduate degree – which includes earning credit for your military training.
  • Academic and career support. Here, you can count on support from dedicated academic and career advisors with a strong military background, helping you succeed as you transition to a civilian career.

It's also worth noting that, in more recent years, advances in technology – such as automation, mobile communication and the use of third-party delivery systems – have evolved the role of an operations manager. As a result, those looking to break into these roles need a solid grounding in tech, to help them master software and platforms that can help businesses run more smoothly.

By pairing an online learning environment with coursework in continuous improvement, trends in operations management and sustainable operations, SNHU's BS in Operations Management is built to help you stay ahead in an ever-changing field.

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Sources & Citations

1 Project Management Institute, on the Internet, at Project Management Job Growth and Talent Gap 2021 at https://www.pmi.org/-/media/pmi/documents/public/pdf/learning/career-central/talent-gap-report-2021-finalfinal.pdf (viewed April 24, 2024).

2 Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, on the Internet at:

  • https://www.bls.gov/ooh/business-and-financial/logisticians.htm (viewed April 24, 2024)
  • https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/industrial-production-managers.htm (viewed April 24, 2024)
  • https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/administrative-services-managers.htm (viewed April 24, 2024)
  • https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/home.htm (viewed April 24, 2024)

Cited projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth.

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