University of Wisconsin–Parkside

What you'll study

The programme combines core business foundations with specialist management and operations coursework. You will study principles that prepare you to plan, organise and improve organisational processes in manufacturing, service and public sectors.

• Core business subjects: accounting for managers, micro‑ and macroeconomics, business law, marketing fundamentals and managerial finance.
• Management and organisational studies: principles of management, organisational behaviour, leadership, human resource management and strategic management.
• Operations and analytics: operations management, supply chain and logistics, quality management, project management and business analytics/data‑driven decision making.
• Quantitative and technical skills: statistics for business, spreadsheet and database applications, process modelling and forecasting techniques.
• Capstone and experiential learning: practicum or capstone project that applies management and operations knowledge to a real business problem, plus opportunities for internships and community partnerships.
• Electives and interdisciplinary options: options to take additional modules in entrepreneurship, international business, sustainability, or information systems to tailor the degree to your interests.

Entry requirements

Applicants are expected to hold a recognised secondary school diploma or equivalent. Typical admission materials include official transcripts and a completed application; some applicants may be asked to provide a personal statement or academic references depending on admission category.

• For first‑year students: successful completion of secondary education with evidence of preparedness for university‑level study. Prior coursework in mathematics is advantageous.
• For transfer applicants: submission of college transcripts showing satisfactory progress in completed coursework; block transfer agreements may apply for students from community colleges.
• International applicants: certified academic transcripts and proof of English language proficiency (such as TOEFL or IELTS) unless exempt; credential evaluation may be required.
• Additional considerations: applicants may be required to meet specific programme prerequisites and must satisfy the university's general admission policies.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for a broad range of roles focused on managing people, processes and resources. The programme emphasises practical skills sought by employers across industries.

• Operations manager, production or plant supervisor, and operations analyst in manufacturing and service organisations.
• Supply chain coordinator, logistics planner, procurement specialist and inventory control roles.
• Project manager, business process improvement specialist or quality assurance professional.
• Human resources roles, team leadership positions and general management in small and medium enterprises.
• Pathways into consulting, operations consulting, entrepreneurship and further study such as MBA or specialised master's programmes.

Why study at University of Wisconsin–Parkside

University of Wisconsin–Parkside offers a student‑centred learning environment with small class sizes and accessible faculty who bring practical business experience into the classroom. The campus’s regional location provides connections to employers in the Milwaukee and Chicago metropolitan areas, facilitating internships and local industry partnerships.

• Hands‑on learning through practicum projects and internship opportunities that build a professional portfolio.
• Faculty with applied research and professional backgrounds in management, operations and supply chain disciplines.
• Opportunities to engage in student organisations and career development services focused on resume building, interview preparation and employer networking.
• Flexible elective pathways that let you combine management and operations expertise with fields such as sustainability, information systems or entrepreneurship.