Frostburg State University

What you'll study

The Management and Operations major combines core business foundations with specialised courses that focus on planning, organising and improving the systems that produce goods and deliver services. You will complete general education requirements alongside business core modules and major-specific subjects.

• Business core: introductory accounting, principles of finance, marketing fundamentals, business law, organisational behaviour and management information systems.
• Operations and management major modules: operations management, supply chain management, logistics, quality management, production planning, inventory control and service operations.
• Project and people management: project management, human resource management, leadership and strategic management.
• Quantitative and analytical skills: business statistics, quantitative methods/operations research, data analysis for decision making.
• Practical and integrative elements: capstone or senior seminar integrating functional areas, internship or practicum with local employers, and case-study or simulation-based courses.
• Electives: options often include entrepreneurship, sustainability in operations, international business, e-commerce and emerging technologies in operations.

Structure and teaching

The programme typically follows a four-year undergraduate structure with a combination of lectures, small-group seminars, lab sessions for analytics software, team project work and workplace placements. Assessment methods commonly include exams, group projects, written reports and presentations.

Entry requirements

Applicants should hold a recognised secondary school leaving qualification. Typical expectations include a satisfactory high school GPA or equivalent A‑level, IB or other country-specific credentials. Frostburg State considers a combination of academic records and supporting materials.

• Academic transcripts: final secondary school transcripts showing successful completion of university-entry level subjects.
• Standardised tests: submission of SAT or ACT scores may be optional; check the university’s current policy for details.
• English language proficiency: for non-native English speakers, an approved test score (such as TOEFL or IELTS) or other demonstrated proficiency is required.
• Supporting documents: personal statement, and in some cases letters of recommendation or an interview, particularly for transfer applicants.
• Transfer students: applicants with college credit should provide college transcripts; transfer admission typically requires a minimum number of transferable credits and a competitive GPA.

Specific criteria and any programme prerequisites can vary; prospective students should consult Frostburg State University’s admissions pages for full, up-to-date requirements.

Career prospects

Graduates of the BBA in Management and Operations move into roles that require both managerial skill and operational expertise. The degree equips you for positions across private, public and non-profit sectors.

• Operations manager, plant manager or production supervisor
• Supply chain analyst, logistics coordinator or procurement specialist
• Project manager or programme coordinator
• Business analyst, process improvement specialist or quality manager
• Management consultant or operations consultant
• Entrepreneurial roles and small-business management
• Progression to graduate study, such as an MBA or specialised master’s in supply chain/operations

Internships and local employer partnerships supported by the university’s career services help students build practical experience and professional networks.

Why study at Frostburg State University

Frostburg State University offers a campus-based learning environment with relatively small class sizes that support close interaction with faculty and personalised advising. The business programmes emphasise applied learning, giving students opportunities for internships, real-world projects and engagement with regional employers.

• Experiential learning: practical projects, internship placements and capstone experiences that connect theory to practice.
• Student support: academic advising, career services, and student organisations such as business clubs that foster leadership and professional development.
• Regional connections: proximity to major business centres in Maryland and the Mid‑Atlantic offers access to internships and employers across multiple industries.
• Balanced campus life: a supportive campus community where students can combine academic study with clubs, volunteer work and campus leadership.

Prospective students should contact Frostburg State’s Admissions and the College of Business for detailed information about course availability, programme pathways and how the Management and Operations major can be tailored to specific career goals.