University of Michigan–Flint

What you'll study

The Management and Operations BBA combines foundational business coursework with specialised study in operations, supply chain and process improvement. You will complete core business modules and management-focused electives alongside quantitative courses that build analytical capabilities for operational decision-making.

• Core business modules: principles of management, financial and managerial accounting, corporate finance, marketing, business law and ethics, organisational behaviour.
• Operations and quantitative modules: operations management, supply chain management, logistics, project management, operations research, statistics for business, quality management and continuous improvement methods.
• Information systems and analytics: business information systems, data analytics for decision making, spreadsheets and database applications used in operations contexts.
• Capstone and experiential learning: strategic management or operations capstone project, practicum or industry internship partnering with regional employers to apply process-improvement and project-management skills.
• Electives and concentrations: students can choose electives in areas such as healthcare operations, manufacturing systems, sustainability in operations, entrepreneurship or international supply chain management to tailor the programme to career goals.

Entry requirements

Applicants are normally expected to hold a high school diploma or equivalent with a college-preparatory curriculum including mathematics. Admissions assess academic record and course rigor; a competitive high-school GPA strengthens an application. Transfer applicants will be evaluated on college coursework and credit-to-degree articulation. International applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency through recognised tests or approved alternatives. Mature and non-traditional applicants are considered with evidence of readiness for collegiate study. Specific documentation and any additional college-level prerequisites are set by the University and the School of Management.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for roles that focus on improving organisational efficiency, managing supply chains, and overseeing day-to-day operations. Typical entry-level and mid-level roles include:

• Operations analyst or operations coordinator
• Supply chain analyst or logistics coordinator
• Production or plant supervisor
• Project manager or project coordinator
• Process improvement specialist (Lean/Six Sigma project teams)
• Management trainee and general management roles in services, manufacturing, distribution and healthcare

Alumni also move into consulting, procurement, purchasing, and entrepreneurship. The programme’s combination of analytics, systems thinking and experiential projects equips graduates to work for regional manufacturers and service providers, logistics and transportation firms, healthcare organisations, and public-sector agencies.

Why study at University of Michigan–Flint

University of Michigan–Flint offers a focused business education with small class sizes and direct access to faculty who combine academic expertise with industry experience. The programme emphasises applied learning—students frequently engage in internships, practicum projects and partnerships with businesses in the Flint and greater Genesee County region, providing real-world experience and local employer connections.

Students benefit from career services, advising within the School of Management and opportunities to participate in student business organisations, case competitions and entrepreneurship initiatives. The curriculum’s practical orientation helps students develop immediately usable skills in process improvement, data-driven decision making and team leadership, making the degree valuable to employers in diverse operational settings.