Florida Polytechnic University

What you'll study

This programme blends traditional business courses with specialised study in operations, supply chain and process analytics. You will cover managerial foundations and quantitative methods to design, manage and improve business processes in technology-intensive environments.

• Core business foundations: Financial and managerial accounting, corporate finance, organisational behaviour, marketing principles and business law.
• Operations and management core: Operations management, supply chain management, logistics, project management, quality management and production planning.
• Analytics and technology: Business statistics, data analytics for managers, decision modelling, information systems and applications of simulation and optimisation to operations problems.
• Integrated experiences: Capstone courses or projects that apply operations and management concepts to real-world problems, practicum or internship opportunities with industry partners, and team-based problem solving.
• Electives and concentrations: Options may include entrepreneurship, service operations, sustainability in operations, procurement and sourcing, and courses that intersect with engineering and computing topics.
• General education: Liberal studies that develop communication, critical thinking and ethical reasoning alongside the technical business content.

Entry requirements

Applicants are expected to hold a recognised high school diploma or equivalent. Admissions typically consider academic records with emphasis on performance in mathematics and quantitative subjects. Additional components may include school transcripts, a personal statement, and references.

For applicants whose first language is not English, evidence of English proficiency is required, for example through recognised language tests or equivalent qualifications. Mature applicants or those with relevant work experience may be considered through alternative entry routes.

Some familiarity with algebra and basic statistics is recommended preparation. Specific GPA thresholds, standardised test policies and portfolio or interview requirements are set by the university and should be checked with admissions.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for roles that bridge management, operations and analytics across sectors such as manufacturing, logistics, technology, healthcare and consulting. Common entry and mid-level roles include:

• Operations analyst, operations manager or operations supervisor
• Supply chain analyst, procurement specialist or logistics coordinator
• Project manager or process improvement specialist (Lean/Six Sigma roles)
• Business analyst focusing on operational performance and data-driven decision making
• Product operations or programme management roles in technology companies
• Entrepreneurial ventures and management consulting positions that require operational expertise

The programme’s emphasis on analytics and technology also positions graduates for roles working with automation, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and data-driven continuous improvement initiatives.

Why study at Florida Polytechnic University

Florida Polytechnic University is a technology-focused institution that integrates business education with STEM strengths and hands-on learning. The university offers small class sizes and close faculty engagement, enabling applied projects and collaboration with engineering and computing programmes.

Students benefit from access to specialised labs, analytics tools and industry partnerships that support internships, practicum placements and applied capstone projects. Career services and alumni networks help connect graduates with employers in logistics, advanced manufacturing, tech firms and consulting.

The curriculum’s emphasis on quantitative skills, operations technology and practical experience prepares students to lead operational initiatives in organisations that rely on data and engineering-driven processes.