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Operations and Supply Chain Management (BSBA)

Master the Systems That Move the World

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) in Operations and Supply Chain Management at the University of Dayton's School of Business Administration prepares you to solve real business challenges and keep companies running efficiently in a fast-moving global economy. You'll learn how products and services are made or delivered, managed and improved and assure quality. Through hands-on experiential learning, you'll build skills in analytics, operations management, supply chain management and problem-solving, while gaining real-world experience that prepares you for high-demand careers across industries like healthcare and other services, technology, manufacturing, retail and consulting.

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AACSB Dual Accredited

a designation held by fewer than 2% of business schools worldwide

72% of OSC faculty

have significant industry experience

About the Operations and Supply Chain Management (BSBA)

Why study operations and supply chain management at UD?

As an operations and supply chain management student at the University of Dayton, you'll learn how to help businesses efficiently deliver products and services, solve operational challenges and improve systems across global industries. Through hands-on experiential learning, you'll graduate prepared for high-demand careers in logistics, consulting, healthcare, manufacturing and more.

Learn Through Real-World Simulations

In this program, you'll apply classroom knowledge through hands-on simulations and case-based projects focused on supply chain and operations challenges. You'll also explore topics like forecasting, capacity and production planning, inventory management, supplier management, production design and distribution strategy in realistic business scenarios.

Learn From Industry Experts

Gain insights from professionals who have worked in operations, logistics and supply chain leadership roles. 72% of operations and supply chain management faculty bring significant industry experience into the classroom.

Strong Career Outcomes

100% of operations and supply chain management students secure full-time employment within six months of graduation. Graduates are in demand across manufacturing, healthcare, consulting, retail and distribution industries.

Compete and Build Connections

You'll have opportunities to participate in national case competitions that challenge you to solve real business problems. You can also join Operations Management Student Association to connect with employers, alumni and guest speakers.

Graduate Career Ready

You'll graduate with analytical thinking, leadership and problem-solving skills that help you stand out in one of the fastest-growing areas of business.

AACSB Dual-Accredited

The University of Dayton School of Business Administration is dual-accredited by AACSB International — the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business — with additional specialized accreditation for our accounting program. Fewer than 2% of business schools worldwide hold this prestigious dual-accreditation of accounting and business.

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How do I apply to the operations and supply chain management program?

At the University of Dayton, applying is free and test scores are optional. When you apply, you'll automatically be considered for a merit scholarship.

Learn about our admission process, then apply using UD's application or the Common App.

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What is the tuition cost and is financial aid available?

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.

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Operations and Supply Chain Management (BSBA) Degree Requirements and Information
Requirements

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Operations and Supply Chain Management degree requires a total of at least 120 credit hours. This degree also includes requirements from our flexible undergraduate curriculum, known as the Common Academic Program (CAP).

About the Degree

While studying operations and supply chain management, you'll 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.

Read our FAQ to learn more about this program.

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Sample Plan of Study

This is a sample plan of study for students starting at UD in the 2026-27 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 the recruitment and admission team (prospective students) or your holistic advisor (current students) with questions.

Semester 1
  • BIZ 101 – Launching Your Business Career: Foundations for Student Success
    1
  • BIZ 201 – Business Cases and Communications
    3
  • ECO 203 – Principles of Microeconomics
    3
  • HUM 101 – Chaminade Seminar: Reading and Responding to the Signs of the Times
    3
  • MTH 129 – Calculus for Business
    3
  • CAP Arts Study
    3
  • Total Credit Hours 16
Semester 2
  • BIZ 103 – Develop Your Vocation and Career Flight Plan
    1
  • ECO 204 – Principles of Macroeconomics
    3
  • HUM 102 – Marie Thérèse Seminar: Human Dignity and the Common Good
    3
  • MGT 101 – Entrepreneurial, Innovative and Creative Mindsets
    3
  • MGT 201 – Legal and Ethical Environment of Business
    3
  • CAP Natural Science and Lab
    4
  • Total Credit Hours 17
Semester 3
  • ACC 201 – Accounting Information for Business Decisions I
    3
  • BAN 210 – Statistics for Business Analytics I
    3
  • BIZ 202 – Career Flight Takeoff
    1
  • MIS 301 – Information Systems in Organizations
    3
  • CAP 2nd-Year Rhetoric and Writing
    3
  • CAP Faith Traditions
    3
  • Total Credit Hours 16
Semester 4
  • ACC 202 – Accounting Information for Business Decisions II
    3
  • BAN 211 – Statistics for Business Analytics II
    3
  • MKT 301 – Principles of Marketing
    3
  • OPS 301 – Survey of Operations and Supply Management
    3
  • CAP Diversity and Social Justice
    3
  • Total Credit Hours 15
Semester 5
  • OPS 350 – Business Process Management
    3
  • OPS 375 – Management Science
    3
  • MGT 301 – Organizational Behavior
    3
  • CAP Advanced Religious Studies
    3
  • Open Elective
    3
  • Total Credit Hours 15
Semester 6
  • OPS 401 – Operations Planning and Control
    3
  • OPS 480 – Supply Chain Management Strategies
    3
  • OPS Elective
    3
  • BIZ 301 – Successfully Navigating Your Career Flight Plan
    1
  • FIN 301 – Introduction to Financial Management
    3
  • Open Elective
    3
  • Total Credit Hours 16
Semester 7
  • BIZ 497 – Professional Work Experience
    0
  • Total Credit Hours 0
Semester 8
  • OPS 485 – Capstone Operations and Supply Management Project I
    1
  • OPS Elective
    3
  • MGT 490 – Strategic Management
    3
  • CAP Advanced Philosophical Studies
    3
  • Open Elective
    3
  • Total Credit Hours 13
Semester 9
  • OPS 495 – Capstone Operations and Supply Management Project II
    5
  • CAP Advanced Historical Studies
    3
  • Open Electives
    4
  • Total Credit Hours 12
* Grade of B- or higher.

At the University of Dayton, our flexible undergraduate curriculum, known as the Common Academic Program (CAP), encourages you to integrate knowledge — and put it to use.

Wondering how college credits you've already earned (e.g., transfer credit, CCP, AP/IB/CLEP exams) will apply to your undergraduate degree? Use our online Transfer Credit Evaluation tool to find out.

Visit the Academic Catalog for official major requirements, prerequisite(s), course descriptions and more.

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Transfer and Exam Credits

Wondering how college credits you've already earned (e.g., transfer credit, CCP, AP/IB/CLEP exams) will apply to your undergraduate degree? Use our online Transfer Credit Evaluation tool to find out.

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Success After Graduation

Get more than your foot in the door — get ready for success. At our School of Business Administration, you will have the opportunity to combine the classroom and business world together in a way that allows you to further sharpen your skills. It’s a key reason why employers love hiring our students — they can hit the ground running.

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$71,700 average

starting salary for OSC majors

99% success rate

after graduation for the School of Business Administration

Your Academic Path: The UD Operations and Supply Chain Management Experience

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Choose a second or even third major! You can personalize your academic path to support your goals and interests. You may choose more than one business major or even a business major with a complementary non-business major, as long as you meet the specific requirements to enter the major.

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To really excel as a business professional, you'll need to gain additional business wisdom outside the classroom. That's where BWISE (Business Wisdom through Intercultural, Service and Experiential Education) comes in.

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With UD's Bachelor's Plus Master's (BPM) program, you can earn your bachelor's degree and a master's degree at an accelerated pace — often completing your master's degree within just one year of earning your bachelor's degree.

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Want to pursue a double major or a minor? To use your business skills for humanitarian purposes? To gain real-world experience through an internship or cooperative education? Your holistic advisor will help you develop — and complete — your plan.

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Success is a Journey

At the University of Dayton, you'll have a supportive community dedicated to fueling your success. Through guaranteed, real-world experience, you'll build the skills and confidence needed to be workforce ready.

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Operations and Supply Chain Management (BSBA) Frequently Asked Questions

What careers can students pursue with an operations and supply chain management degree?

Operations and supply chain management focuses on improving organizational efficiency, effectiveness and quality both within a company and across companies. They develop and implement or oversee solutions that make organizations more sustainable and competitive.

Operations and supply chain managers often coordinate and develop budgets, schedules, resources and other aspects critical to the organization's success. They often lead and guide staff work.

What internships are available for operations and supply chain management students?

There are a wide variety of internships available to UD operations and supply chain management students. Students have worked in scheduling for logistics companies, leading teams in warehouses, implementing process improvement projects, leading supplier relationship initiatives, performing strategic sourcing and many more.

What skills do operations and supply chain management students gain through this program?

Through this program, students gain the ability to lead teams, analyze data, improve processes, understand business strategy and present information in written and oral form.

What industries hire operations and supply chain management graduates?

All industries hire operations and supply chain management professionals. Recent interns and graduates have been hired at companies like GE Aerospace, Marriott International, Nestle, Swagelok and DHL Supply Chain.

How does the program prepare students to solve real business and global supply chain challenges?

The program, through a mix of experiential and classroom-based learning, engages students and helps them develop the skills required to succeed in tomorrow's dynamic environment. The curriculum is regularly reviewed by an advisory board of senior operations and supply chain leaders from across the Midwest to ensure it is contemporary. Moreover, most of the operations and supply chain management faculty have several years of industry experience at executive levels before earning doctorates from top programs in the nation.

Will students work on hands-on projects, simulations or consulting experiences with companies?

Yes. Hands-on learning is a key part of the program, giving students opportunities to apply classroom concepts through real-world projects, simulations and consulting-style experiences with organizations and clients.

How important are technology and problem-solving skills in this major?

Technology skills are helpful to the extent that they facilitate problem-solving. Problem-solving is very important as it is a critical activity that virtually all operations and supply chain management professionals engage in regularly.

How is AI being incorporated in the Operations and Supply Chain Management curriculum?

Students are learning how to use AI to solve problems. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics identifies operations and supply chain management careers as roles that continue to rely heavily on human decision-making and leadership, making AI an enhancer of the work rather than a replacement for it.

Are there any common majors or minors that work well with an operations and supply chain management degree?

Both marketing and management information systems (MIS) pair well with operations and supply chain management. Either is a good combination if a supply chain-focused career is desired.

Finance is a logical pairing if the long-term desire is in corporate controlling and there is a desire to be a chief operating or financial officer.

Business analytics is a good pairing if there is an interest in more technical/analytical roles.
Contact Department of Management Information Systems, Operations and Supply Chain Management, and Business Analytics
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Dayton, Ohio 45469 - 2130
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