Rollins College

What you'll study

The programme combines core business courses, management and operations specialism courses, and the college's liberal arts requirements to create a four‑year undergraduate path. Early study develops foundations in accounting, finance, marketing and microeconomics. As you progress, you take management and operations modules that emphasise systems thinking, process design and leadership.

• Core business topics: Principles of Management, Financial Accounting, Managerial Accounting, Corporate Finance, Marketing Principles, Business Law.
• Management and operations specialism: Operations Management, Supply Chain and Logistics, Project Management, Quality and Process Improvement (Lean/Six Sigma concepts), Organisational Behaviour, Strategic Management.
• Data and analytical skills: Business Statistics, Quantitative Methods, Spreadsheet Modelling, Introductory Business Analytics.
• Experiential learning: Internship placements, team‑based consulting projects, and a capstone or applied practicum that integrates strategy and operations in a real organisation.
• Electives and cross-disciplinary options: Human Resource Management, Entrepreneurship, Sustainable Operations, Information Systems, or study abroad electives to broaden international perspective.

The curriculum is typically structured with general education and introductory business courses in the first two years, greater concentration in management and operations in the third year, and applied capstone experience in the final year. Small class sizes allow for case discussions, simulations and faculty mentoring.

Entry requirements

Rollins seeks applicants who have demonstrated academic readiness, leadership potential and the ability to contribute to a small‑college learning community. Typical entry requirements include:

• High school diploma or equivalent with a competitive cumulative GPA.
• Transcripts showing coursework in English and mathematics; prior study in economics, business or related subjects is helpful but not mandatory.
• A personal statement or essay describing academic and professional goals and reasons for choosing management/operations.
• Letters of recommendation from teachers or other adults who can speak to academic promise and interpersonal skills.
• Standardised test scores (SAT/ACT) may be considered according to current college admissions policy; international applicants should submit recognised secondary credentials and proof of English proficiency if required.

Admission is holistic: relevant work experience, extracurricular leadership and strong interview or audition materials can strengthen an application. Specifics can vary, so applicants should consult Rollins admissions for the most current criteria.

Career prospects

Graduates with a BBA in Management and Operations pursue roles where leadership, process optimisation and cross‑functional management are central. Typical entry and early‑career roles include:

• Operations coordinator or operations manager
• Supply chain analyst or logistics coordinator
• Project manager or project coordinator
• Business analyst or process improvement specialist
• Management consultant or organisational development associate
• Entrepreneur or small‑business operator

Alumni also progress into specialist functions (procurement, quality assurance, production planning), graduate study in business (MBA) or related fields, and professional certification pathways such as project management or supply chain credentials. The programme’s emphasis on internships and applied projects helps students build employer networks and practical experience.

Why study at Rollins College

Rollins combines a liberal arts tradition with focused professional preparation. The college emphasises small classes and close faculty mentorship, which supports personalised academic planning and experiential learning in business contexts. Students benefit from internship connections in the Orlando region and beyond, opportunities for student consulting projects, and career services that help translate classroom learning into employment.

Additionally, the learning environment stresses ethical leadership, communication and critical thinking—skills employers value in management and operations roles. For students who want both broad intellectual development and hands‑on business training in a supportive campus community, Rollins offers a programme designed to bridge theory and practice.