Radford University

What you'll study

The Management and Operations major combines core business foundation courses with specialised studies in operations, supply chain, project management and process improvement. Students take core business classes in accounting, finance, marketing, organisational behaviour and business law before progressing to management and operations-specific modules.

• Core business foundations: financial and managerial accounting, corporate finance principles, marketing fundamentals, organisational behaviour and business ethics.
• Operations and supply chain: operations management, supply chain management, logistics and distribution, procurement and supplier relations.
• Quantitative and information tools: business statistics, quantitative methods for decision making, management information systems and data analysis for operations.
• Process and quality: operations strategy, quality management, lean principles and continuous improvement techniques.
• Management and leadership: strategic management, human resource considerations in operations, project management and change management.
• Experiential learning: practicum or internship placements with regional employers, applied projects with cross‑functional teams, and a capstone or senior project that integrates functional disciplines.

Elective options allow students to focus on areas such as supply chain analytics, international logistics, entrepreneurship or sustainable operations. The curriculum emphasises case studies, team projects and use of industry-standard tools and software to simulate real-world decision making.

Entry requirements

Applicants should hold a secondary school leaving qualification equivalent to a high school diploma. Typical admission considerations include cumulative GPA, the strength of the academic record in quantitative subjects (such as mathematics), and any standardised test scores submitted. Mature applicants and those with prior college credit are considered on an individual basis.

• High school diploma or equivalent with satisfactory performance in relevant academic subjects.
• Recommended preparation: mathematics through algebra and coursework that demonstrates quantitative reasoning.
• Supplementary materials that can strengthen an application include a personal statement, résumé of relevant work experience, and academic references.
• Transfer applicants: acceptance of prior college coursework is assessed; students may need to meet residency and major-specific course requirements at Radford.

Career prospects

Graduates with a BBA in Management and Operations from Radford commonly enter roles that require oversight of processes, teams and supply chains. The programme equips students with analytical skills and practical experience sought by employers across manufacturing, distribution, retail, health care, government and consulting.

• Operations manager, production manager or plant supervisor
• Supply chain analyst, logistics coordinator or procurement specialist
• Project manager or program coordinator in private and public sectors
• Business analyst, process improvement specialist or quality manager
• Positions in consulting, operations planning and vendor management

Students also build a foundation for graduate study in business, supply chain management, or related fields, and for professional certifications (for example in project management or supply chain technologies).

Why study at Radford University

Radford offers a personalised learning environment with relatively small class sizes, allowing close interaction with faculty who have both academic and practitioner experience. The university emphasises experiential learning through internships, co‑op opportunities and community partnerships with regional businesses and public agencies.

• Career-focused curriculum with opportunities for applied projects and internships with local and regional employers.
• Access to campus career services and employer networking events targeted to business students.
• Supportive student organisations and clubs that focus on management, entrepreneurship and operations, providing leadership and practical experience.
• Proximity to regional business hubs offers internship and employment possibilities across diverse industries.

Overall, the programme is designed for students who want a practical, career-oriented business education with the skills to lead operational functions and contribute to organisational performance from day one.