DESCRIPTION: This is a first course in Management Science. Various quantitative approaches are presented and applied to relatively structured decision problems in accounting, finance, human resources, marketing, and operations.
GOALS: To develop a basic understanding of management decision problems and the analytical methods used in their solution. Upon course completion, you should be able to identify and apply appropriate Management Science tools in various business situations. You should also be able to interpret -- in plain English -- the results of the analyses that are used to shed light on and support decisions. See the WebCT course description and login here.

Operations Management (BUS 153)

DESCRIPTION: This is a survey course in Operations Management. It examines the conversion process, which transforms inputs -- such as raw materials, labor, energy, and information -- into outputs in the form of finished goods and services.
GOALS: To expose you to the broad-ranging field of Operations Management. The material will provide you with an understanding of the terms, concepts, and quantitative tools that are used for decision-making in Operations Management. Upon course completion, you should be able to interact comfortably with the “operations people” in any manufacturing or service organization. See the WebCT course description and login here.

Operational Processes (GBA 506)

DESCRIPTION: This course examines the Operational Processes of the logistic chain from acquisition of materials through conversion to physical distribution of goods and services. Topics include supply systems, workflow systems, inventory systems, quality systems, logistic systems, cost estimation, optimization tools, and continuous improvement.
GOALS: To provide MBA/IMBA students with an applied and contemporary introduction to the field of Operations Management (OM). Upon completion of this course, you should understand the problems and opportunities faced by operations managers; you should also be able to apply OM concepts and techniques in a variety of business processes to arrive at good operational decisions.