Augustana University

What you'll study

The Management and Operations pathway within the BBA provides a blend of core business disciplines and specialised courses in operations, supply chain, project management and organisational behaviour. The programme is delivered through a combination of lectures, case studies, group projects and experiential learning such as internships and capstone projects.

• Core business foundations: Principles of Management, Financial Accounting, Managerial Accounting, Microeconomics and Macroeconomics, Business Law and Business Ethics.
• Operations and analytics: Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Quality Management, Process Analysis, Production/Service Operations, and Business Analytics.
• Management and leadership: Organisational Behaviour, Strategic Management, Human Resource Management, Leadership and Negotiation, and Change Management.
• Quantitative and decision tools: Statistics for Business, Quantitative Methods, Decision Sciences and project management techniques.
• Electives and experiential learning: Entrepreneurship, International Business, Marketing, Internship/Co-op placements, and a senior capstone integrating strategic and operational decision-making.

Students typically complete a general business core in the first two years, then specialise in Management and Operations in the later years. Coursework emphasises practical skills such as process mapping, operations planning, capacity analysis, cost control and use of common business software and analytics tools.

Entry requirements

Applicants should hold a secondary school diploma or equivalent with a record of strong academic performance. Typical expectations include satisfactory grades in maths and English. Augustana University also considers standardised test scores where required and values extracurricular involvement, leadership experience and a personal statement that explains your interest in business and management.

Transfer applicants are evaluated on college/university transcripts, and mature or international applicants should provide equivalent documentation demonstrating academic preparedness and English language proficiency where applicable. Some programmes may request an interview or additional materials such as recommendation letters.

Career prospects

Graduates with a BBA in Management and Operations pursue roles across private, public and non-profit sectors. Common entry-level positions include operations coordinator, supply chain analyst, production planner, management trainee, project coordinator and logistics specialist.

With experience, graduates move into supervisory and managerial positions such as operations manager, supply chain manager, plant manager, business operations manager or consultant. The degree also provides solid preparation for entrepreneurship or further study in specialised masters programmes such as an MBA, supply chain management, or industrial engineering.

Why study at Augustana University

• Small class sizes and personalised support: Augustana offers a liberal arts environment with close faculty-student interaction, allowing personalised mentoring and guidance in career planning.
• Experiential learning opportunities: The programme emphasises internships, collaborative projects with local businesses and a senior capstone to apply classroom learning to real organisational challenges.
• Interdisciplinary approach: Students benefit from a curriculum that integrates business fundamentals with communication, ethics and critical thinking skills valued by employers.
• Career services and alumni network: Dedicated career support helps students secure internships and employment, supported by an alumni community working in regional and national businesses.