Indiana University

What you'll study

The programme is built on a core business curriculum that develops foundational knowledge in accounting, finance, marketing, economics and quantitative methods, then moves into specialised study in management and operations. Typical modules include:

• Principles of Management — organisational behaviour, leadership, team dynamics and managerial decision making.
• Operations Management — process design, capacity planning, quality management and service operations.
• Supply Chain Management — logistics, procurement, inventory management and distribution strategy.
• Business Statistics and Data Analytics — applied statistical methods, forecasting and data-driven decision tools.
• Managerial Accounting and Finance — costing, budgeting, financial statement interpretation for operational decisions.
• Information Systems for Operations — enterprise systems, operations technology and IT-enabled process improvement.
• Project and Process Improvement — project management techniques, Lean/Six Sigma concepts and continuous improvement methods.
• Strategic Management and Capstone — integrating functional areas through case analysis, simulations and a capstone project.

Students typically complete a mix of required core courses, management/operations electives, quantitative electives and general education requirements. The programme emphasises experiential learning: internships, team-based projects, case competitions and opportunities to work with faculty research centres or corporate partners.

Entry requirements

Applicants are expected to hold a high school diploma or equivalent and to have taken a college-preparatory curriculum, including coursework in mathematics. Admissions consider academic record, strength of curriculum, and extracurricular or work experience that demonstrates leadership and initiative.

• Typical academic preparation: strong grades in high-school courses, particularly in mathematics; coursework in economics, business or statistics is helpful but not always required.
• Standardised tests: Indiana University has used a flexible approach to standardised testing; applicants should check current institutional policy regarding SAT or ACT submissions.
• Supplementary materials: personal statement, résumé and, where applicable, letters of recommendation or evidence of relevant work/internship experience.
• Transfer applicants: applicants transferring from community colleges or other universities are assessed on college-level performance and completion of transferable prerequisites.

Career prospects

Graduates with a BBA in Management and Operations are prepared for roles that combine people leadership with process optimisation and analytical decision-making. Common career paths include:

• Operations manager or operations coordinator — overseeing day-to-day production or service delivery.
• Supply chain analyst or logistics coordinator — managing flows of goods, inventory and supplier relationships.
• Process improvement or quality engineer — implementing Lean, Six Sigma and continuous improvement programmes.
• Business analyst or data analyst — using data to inform operational and strategic decisions.
• Project manager — planning, executing and controlling projects across functions.
• Management consultant — advising organisations on operational efficiency and organisational change.

Graduates also progress to graduate study in business (MBA), supply chain management, industrial engineering or data analytics, or pursue professional certifications such as APICS/ASCM, Six Sigma or project management credentials.

Why study at Indiana University

The programme is offered through Indiana University’s business school, which is known for its integrated curriculum and emphasis on experiential learning. Students benefit from strong connections to industry partners, internship placement support and centres focused on supply chain and operations research.

• Experiential opportunities: team projects with real organisations, internships and case competitions that build practical skills.
• Faculty and research centres: access to faculty working on operations, supply chain and management research and opportunities to participate in applied projects.
• Career services and alumni network: robust career support and a wide alumni base that can assist with placements in operations, consulting, logistics and related fields.
• Flexibility and specialisations: ability to tailor the degree with electives, minors or certificates in analytics, entrepreneurship, international business or information systems.

Together, these elements make Indiana University a strong choice for students aiming to lead operational functions, improve business processes and apply quantitative approaches to management challenges.