University of New Haven

What you'll study

The BBA in Management and Operations combines core business disciplines with specialised courses in operations, supply chain and process management. You will complete foundational modules in accounting, finance, marketing and business law alongside management-focused subjects such as organisational behaviour and strategic management. Operations-specific topics typically include operations management, production and inventory control, supply chain management, logistics, quality management, and project management.

• Core business modules: Financial and managerial accounting, corporate finance fundamentals, marketing principles, business law and ethics, and statistics for business.
• Management modules: Principles of management, organisational behaviour, leadership, human resource management, and strategic management.
• Operations and analytical modules: Operations management, supply chain strategy, logistics and distribution, quality and process improvement (including Lean and Six Sigma concepts), project management, and business analytics/data-driven decision making.
• Experience-based learning: Capstone projects, simulations, case studies and group consultancy assignments to apply operations methods to real business problems.
• Electives and enrichment: Opportunities to choose electives in areas such as sustainable operations, global supply chain, entrepreneurship, or information systems, as well as participation in internships or cooperative placements.

Entry requirements

Admission is typically based on a combination of secondary school performance, completed application materials and any required standardised test scores where applicable. Applicants are expected to have a solid foundation in mathematics and demonstrated readiness for university-level English. Mature or transfer applicants are considered on the basis of prior tertiary study and relevant experience.

• Domestic applicants: Successful completion of an accredited secondary school programme and submission of transcripts and school reports. Some applicants may be asked for evidence of quantitative skills.
• International applicants: Equivalent secondary school credentials plus proof of English language proficiency through recognised tests or institutional pathways if English is not the first language.
• Transfer students: Credit for prior college coursework may be awarded after evaluation; applicants should provide full transcripts and course descriptions.
• Additional materials: Personal statement, résumé and letters of recommendation may strengthen an application; some applicants pursue interviews with admissions staff.

Career prospects

Graduates with a BBA in Management and Operations are prepared for roles that require managing people, processes and resources to deliver goods and services efficiently. Typical entry-level and mid‑level positions include operations coordinator, supply chain analyst, logistics specialist, production planner, quality assurance analyst and project coordinator. With experience, graduates move into roles such as operations manager, supply chain manager, logistics manager, plant manager, management consultant or business operations director.

The programme also equips students with analytical and leadership skills useful for entrepreneurship, procurement, purchasing, inventory control and roles in service industries such as healthcare operations and hospitality management. Practical experience gained through internships, capstones and industry projects helps graduates transition directly into the workforce.

Why study at University of New Haven

The University of New Haven emphasises applied learning, small class sizes and close faculty engagement, helping students turn theory into workplace-ready skills. The university fosters strong links with regional and national employers, enabling internships, cooperative placements and project work with real organisations. Faculty bring industry experience and research-informed teaching to operations and management subjects.

Students benefit from dedicated career support services, networking events and practical learning facilities that reinforce classroom material. The programme’s combination of broad business education and operations specialism is designed to prepare graduates for immediate employment and long-term career progression in a range of industries where efficient, data-informed management of people and processes is essential.