Kettering University

What you'll study

This programme blends foundational business disciplines with specialised operations and management topics. You will study core subjects such as financial and managerial accounting, micro- and macroeconomics, marketing, organisational behaviour and business law, while concentrating on operations-focused modules including operations management, supply chain and logistics, quality management, lean systems, production planning and project management.

Students also take courses in quantitative decision-making and data analysis—statistics, forecasting and business analytics—to support evidence-based operational decisions. Electives and capstone projects enable you to apply tools such as process mapping, inventory control, simulation and continuous improvement methods to real organisational problems.

The degree typically follows Kettering University's practice-oriented model, integrating classroom learning with experiential components such as team-based projects, industry case studies and cooperative education placements that place you in operational roles within companies.

Entry requirements

Applicants are expected to have a completed secondary-school qualification appropriate to their country (for example A-levels, International Baccalaureate or an equivalent high-school diploma). Successful applicants typically present strong results in mathematics and English-related subjects; prior study in economics, business studies or computing is beneficial but not mandatory.

Kettering evaluates applications holistically. You may be asked to provide academic transcripts, a personal statement demonstrating interest in operations and management, and references. International applicants must meet English language proficiency requirements. Some programmes and co-op placements may require an interview or submission of a résumé outlining practical experience.

Career prospects

Graduates with a BBA in Management and Operations from Kettering are prepared for roles that require both business acumen and operational expertise. Common entry and early-career roles include operations analyst, supply chain analyst, production planner, logistics coordinator, quality engineer (business track), and process improvement associate.

With experience graduates move into positions such as operations manager, supply chain manager, plant manager, operations consultant or programme manager. The practical, co-op-driven curriculum also supports transitions into related areas—procurement, distribution, product management and industrial project management—and provides a solid foundation for postgraduate study such as an MBA.

Why study at Kettering University

Kettering is known for its cooperative education model that alternates academic study with paid work terms, giving students substantial hands-on experience in industry settings. The university maintains strong partnerships with employers across automotive, manufacturing, logistics and technology sectors, helping students secure meaningful co-op placements and graduate roles.

Small class sizes and applied learning opportunities mean you work closely with faculty and industry mentors on projects that address real operational challenges. The university's career services and alumni network are focused on connecting students to employers, and facilities support practical training in analytics, systems modelling and process improvement. For students aiming for operational leadership in manufacturing, distribution or service organisations, Kettering's emphasis on experiential learning and industry engagement offers a direct route into the workplace.