Operations and Supply Chain Management

Students studying OSC take courses from various fields of study in addition to six core courses.

Electives allow you to tailor your studies based on your interests — choose from concentrations in business process management, e-commerce, entrepreneurship, manufacturing, operations accounting, quality management, or supply chain management.

Sample Plan of Study

This is a sample plan of study for students starting at UD in the 2025-26 academic year. This is a recommended course sequence, but your schedule may vary depending on previously earned college credits, course availability, advisor recommendations, and your personal goals and interests. Please contact your holistic advisor if you have any questions.

Curriculum

• AACSB Accredited: Our accreditation by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB-International) represents the highest standard of achievement for business schools worldwide.
• Top 30 Business School: 2025 Poets&Quants ranked UD's School of Business Administration among the Top 30 in the nation for academic experience — and Top 50 overall.
• Flexibility: At 120 credits for graduation, students can pursue their business major and explore interdisciplinary classes, certificates, or minors that speaks to their passion or complements their business degree.
• Capstone Project: Gain hands-on experience by tackling real operations and supply chain challenges for corporate partners. For your capstone project, you'll apply skills learned in the classroom to solve complex problems, from optimizing distribution center locations and streamlining transportation routes to developing advanced sales forecasting models. This hands-on application of knowledge in a real-client setting prepares you for immediate impact in your career.

Faculty and Staff Support

• 100% of Business Classes Taught by Faculty: All business courses are taught by faculty—never by graduate assistants or teaching assistants.
• Micro-Mentors: Connect with business micro-mentors for personalized guidance on careers, grad school, electives, and aligning your studies with your goals.
• Holistic Academic Advising: Build a lasting connection with your dedicated holistic academic advisor who supports you through your entire UD journey. Our holistic advisors understand the curriculum for all business majors at UD. They serve as the primary point of contact for Discover Business students for course registration, vocational major exploration and other academic concerns. They work closely with the student's Flight Crew to provide intervention for students who are struggling.
• Learn from Industry Experts: Benefit from connections with industry experts! 72% of our OSC faculty bring significant industry experience, providing you with real-world insights. In addition, our professional mentorship program pairs sophomores and juniors with senior leaders in the OSC field, offering direct access to professional guidance and insights at a pivotal time in your academic journey.

Career Development

• Required Career Flight Plan Curriculum: All business students complete four courses (50+ hours) of professional development through the Career Flight Plan — covering everything from CliftonStrengths and AI specializations to business etiquette, mock interviews, negotiation and more.
• 100% Job Placement: Our program prepares you to be career-ready the moment you graduate. With a robust academic foundation and hands-on practical education, you'll be fully prepared for your future. The proof? 100% of our Operations and Supply Chain students secure a full-time position within six months of graduating. Demand for our graduates is strong across manufacturing, distribution, healthcare, and consulting, with increasing executive-level opportunities.

Experiential Learning

• Case Competitions: Deepen your skills and knowledge through experiential learning that goes beyond lectures. OSC students excel in nationwide case competitions, applying lessons learned in the classroom to real-world scenarios. Through the Operations Management Student Association (OPSSA), you'll also gain exclusive access to networking opportunities, events and industry guest speakers, connecting you directly with the field.
• Study Abroad and Away Opportunities:Technology has made our world increasingly more connected, and the economy has become more global than any time in history. To give our students a leg up prior to graduation, we offer several study abroad and away programs, including a full slate of summer study programs.
• Real-World Results Start Here: 100% of UD students complete a high-impact experiential learning opportunity — part of our University-wide commitment to hands-on, real-world education.
• BWISE (Business Wisdom through International, Service and Experiential Education) Requirement: Gets students out of the classroom and into companies, communities, and the world to lead, learn and gain real experience.
• Get Involved Beyond the Classroom: Join 25+ business-related student organizations to explore interests, build connections, and gain hands-on experience.

Ready to take the next step? Explore admission options or schedule an academic visit to learn more about OSC at UD.

Additional MIS, OSC, and Business Analytics Programs

• Business Analytics (B.S.B.A.)
• Management Information Systems (B.S.B.A.)
• Business Analytics (Minor)
• Management Information Systems (Minor)
• Operations and Supply Chain Management (Minor)
• Business Analytics (MBAN)

Related Programs

• Accounting (B.S.B.A.)
• Business Economics (B.S.B.A.)
• Entrepreneurship (B.S.B.A.)
• Finance (B.S.B.A.)
• Marketing (B.S.B.A.)
• Management (B.S.B.A.)
• Business Administration (MBA)
• Discover Business

Rooted in our Catholic, Marianist traditions, the University of Dayton is dedicated to being transparent and ensuring student success. And with high graduation and success rates, UD is an excellent value.

To help you cover your costs, a variety of scholarships, grants, loans and part-time work study are available. The University also accepts transfer credits and credit by exam for undergraduates, giving you more flexibility to add a double major or minor or participate in a transformational experience like study abroad or co-op.