Tiffin University

What you'll study

This programme blends foundational business disciplines with specialist management and operations topics. Students study core business subjects such as financial and managerial accounting, principles of finance, marketing, business law and organisational behaviour. Management and operations-focused modules typically include operations management, supply chain and logistics, quality and process improvement, project management, production planning, and management information systems.

The degree structure combines a general education component, business core courses, a sequence of management and operations electives, and a culminating capstone or practicum project. Typical learning activities include case studies, team-based projects, simulation exercises, operations lab work and applied internships with employers to develop practical skills in planning, scheduling, inventory control, lean methods and data-driven decision making.

Typical modules and subjects

• Principles of Management and Organisational Behaviour
• Financial Accounting and Managerial Accounting
• Operations Management and Process Analysis
• Supply Chain Management and Logistics
• Project Management and Quality Management (including Lean/Six Sigma concepts)
• Business Analytics, Quantitative Methods and Management Information Systems
• Business Law and Ethics
• Strategic Management capstone or practicum

Entry requirements

Admission is typically offered to applicants who hold a recognised secondary school qualification or equivalent. Successful applicants are usually expected to demonstrate academic readiness through a competitive secondary school GPA; standardised test scores (SAT/ACT) may be considered where submitted but are often optional. Applicants should provide official transcripts and a completed application.

International applicants will need to meet English language proficiency requirements through recognised tests or equivalent evidence of English-medium study. Transfer students with college credit are considered on the basis of transferable credit and academic standing. Mature or non-traditional applicants may be evaluated on work experience and other supporting documentation.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for a wide range of operational and management roles across manufacturing, distribution, retail, healthcare, hospitality and service sectors. Common entry and mid-level roles include:

• Operations Manager or Assistant Operations Manager
• Supply Chain Analyst or Logistics Coordinator
• Production Planner or Inventory Control Specialist
• Project Coordinator / Project Manager
• Business Analyst or Process Improvement Specialist

Many graduates move into supervisory and leadership positions, or pursue professional certifications such as supply chain and operations credentials (for example in procurement, logistics or process improvement) to advance their careers. The degree also provides a foundation for postgraduate study such as an MBA or specialised master’s in supply chain management, operations research or project management.

Why study at Tiffin University

Tiffin University emphasises practical, career-oriented education with small class sizes and personalised faculty attention. The programme offers opportunities for experiential learning through internships, practicum projects and industry partnerships that connect students with regional employers. Faculty bring a mix of academic and industry experience, helping students apply theory to real-world operational challenges.

Tiffin’s campus location and alumni network support local and regional placement opportunities in manufacturing, distribution and service industries. Flexible delivery options, including on-campus and online course availability, make the programme accessible to full-time students and working professionals seeking to build skills in management and operations.