Operations Management

Course Number
MB-389
Description

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to operations management and its role in driving business performance, scalability, and innovation. Students will explore how to design, analyze, and improve business systems by examining key concepts such as operations strategy, process design, capacity planning, project management, supply chain coordination, and performance metrics.

With a focus on real-world application and decision-making, students will assess operational models, evaluate trade-offs, and identify opportunities to optimize workflows and resource allocation. The course also addresses how effective operations align with broader business objectives, enabling sustainable growth and organizational adaptability in rapidly changing environments.

Through readings, case studies, simulations, and group projects, students will learn to think critically about systems and structures that support efficiency, collaboration, and strategic execution. No prior technical experience is required.

Credits
2
Prerequisites
MB-301
Required Of
MBUS majors
Electable By
MBUS and MILI majors
Major Elective for
Music Business
Semesters Offered
Fall, Spring, Summer
Location
Boston
Valencia
Department
MBUS
Course Chair
Tonya Butler
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