Gregory S. Parnell
Program Director
4207 Bell Engineering Center
479-575-3413
Email: msom@uark.edu

Operations Management Program website

Degree Conferred:
M.S.O.M. (OPMG)

Graduate Certificates Offered (non-degree):
Homeland Security (OMHS)
Lean Six Sigma (OMLS)
Operations Management (OPMG)
Project Management (OMPM)

Also offered through Graduate Resident Centers

Program Description: The Operations Management program, part of the Department of Industrial Engineering, teaches the processes for improving operational decisions such as design of goods and services, management of quality, consideration of process and capacity design issues, and determination of location and layout strategy.

Master of Science in Operations Management

The Master of Science program in Operations Management is directed toward the acquisition of practical knowledge in the management of work processes, projects, and people. Areas covered include project management, quality management, economic decision-making, supply chain management, operations research, safety management, lean production and inventory control techniques, and human behavior analysis.

The operations management program is conducted at Graduate Residence Centers in Arkansas, Tennessee, and Florida, as well as at Fayetteville. Evening classes are offered in eight-week terms with five terms scheduled during an academic year. Selected courses are available online and via independent study. The operations management curriculum is aimed at the needs of working managers of technical and logistics operations, as well as managers of production, service delivery and support functions in a wide spectrum of organizations, ranging from business/industry to military, government and non-profit. The program is open to students regardless of the major they selected as an undergraduate. The subject matter is patterned after the industrial engineering curriculum but is less technical and does not require a calculus mathematics background.

Admission

Admission to the program generally follows U of A Graduate School admission policy with the following exceptions:

  1. Students with a GPA of 2.5 to 2.99 on the first undergraduate degree will be evaluated by the program for admission.
  2. Before taking any graduate classes in the program, non-native speakers of English must demonstrate minimum English Language proficiency as defined by the Graduate School.  The M.S.O.M. English Language Proficiency Policy requires non-native speakers of English who are required by the Graduate School to complete English Language and Cultural Studies (ELAC) courses to complete them no later than the first semester of graduate level courses.
    Some courses in the program require undergraduate pre-requisites or a transfer equivalent listed below: 
OMGT 4313Law and Ethics3
OMGT 4323Industrial Cost Analysis3
OMGT 4333Applied Statistics3
OMGT 4853Introduction to Decision Support Tools in Operations Management3

These courses are offered at the undergraduate level and cannot be applied toward the requirements for a Master of Science in Operations Management degree.

Requirements for the M.S.O.M. Degree

To fulfill requirements for the M.S.O.M. degree, a student must earn a total of 30 semester hours credit.

Required courses are:

OMGT 5003Introduction to Operations Management3
OMGT 5783Project Management for Operations Managers3
OMGT 5623Strategic Management3
OMGT 5123Finance for Operations Managers3
or OMGT 5463 Economic Decision Making
Electives18
Total Hours30

If a core course requirement offers a choice between two options, only one can be counted as the core course. Core courses must be completed with a grade of “B” or better. A student who fails to earn a “B” or higher on a required course may repeat the course only once.  OMGT 5003 should be taken the first 6 hours of graduate coursework.

While a thesis is not required, upon approval of the program director students may take up to six thesis hours to be applied toward the 30 semester hours required for degree completion. The six hours of thesis must be completed on the Fayetteville campus.

Students should also be aware of Graduate School requirements with regard to master's degrees.

Graduate Certificate in Homeland Security 

Program admission requires 3.0 GPA on the last 60 hours of undergraduate coursework. Students must complete coursework with at least a 3.0 GPA. Four courses totaling 12 credit hours must be completed, including 6 hours of required core courses.

Graduate Certificate Requirements
Core Courses (6 hours)
OMGT 5003Introduction to Operations Management3
OMGT 5993Homeland Security for Operations Managers3
Electives (select two)6
Cybersecurity for Operations Managers
Resilient Design and Crisis Management for Operations Managers
Supply Chain Management for Operations Managers
Quality Management
Operations Management & Global Competition
Human Factors in Operations Management
Risk Management
Operations Management of Unmanned Aircraft Systems
Advanced Air Mobility and Autonomous Operations
Total Hours12

Graduate Certificate in Lean Six Sigma

Requirements for the Graduate Certificate in Lean Six Sigma: Program admission requires 3.0 GPA on the last 60 hours of undergraduate coursework. Students must complete the following 12 hours of coursework with at least a 3.0 GPA.

Required Courses
OMGT 5373Quality Management3
OMGT 5473Lean Six Sigma3
OMGT 5493Advanced Lean Six Sigma3
OMGT 5783Project Management for Operations Managers3
Total Hours12

Graduate Certificate in Operations Management

Admissions requirements:

  1. Conferred bachelor of science recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
  2. Admitted by the graduate school as non-degree seeking student.
  3. Applicants with a 3.0 or better not required to take the GRE; program director may evaluate admission based on evidence of potential success with a GPA of 2.5 or better.

Requirements for the Operations Management Graduate Certificate:

Core Courses (9 hours)
OMGT 5003Introduction to Operations Management3
OMGT 5783Project Management for Operations Managers3
OMGT 5473Lean Six Sigma3
Electives (select one)3
Leadership Principles and Practices
Organizing for Change
Supply Chain Management for Operations Managers
Quality Management
Cost Estimation Models
Principles of Operations Research
Total Hours12

Graduate Certificate in Project Management

Admission to the Graduate Certificate program generally follows U of A Graduate School admission policies with the following exceptions:

  1. All applicants, including those with advanced degrees, will be evaluated for admission on the basis of their first baccalaureate degree.
  2. Students may be eligible for admission by special consideration if the GPA is below 3.0 but above 2.5.
  3. Before taking any graduate classes in the program, non-native speakers of English who do not have a conferred undergraduate degree from an accredited U.S. college or university must demonstrate minimum proficiency on one of the following tests of written English: TOEFL, IBT (26), ELPT (75) or GRE/GMAT Analytical Writing (4.5).  The English Language Proficiency Policy for the Master of Science in Operations Management requires Level II non-native speakers of English to complete ELAC 5043 Research Writing in the STEM Fields no later than the first semester of graduate level courses.

Former students or alumni of the Master of Science in Operations Management program may use six credit hours (two courses) from the M.S.O.M. program toward equivalent Project Management Certificate courses. If an alumnus has completed all possible combination of courses for the Project Management Certificate, the student may petition to take one additional course chosen by the program to complete the Project Management Graduate Certificate.

Current M.S.O.M. students who are concurrently accepted into the Project Management Certificate program may use all applicable courses for both the M.S.O.M. degree and the Project Management Certificate.

Requirements for Graduate Certificate in Project Management

Required Courses
OMGT 5253Leadership Principles and Practices3
OMGT 5783Project Management for Operations Managers3
OMGT 5983Advanced Project Management3
Choose one elective:3
Quality Management
Cost Estimation Models
Economic Decision Making
Organizing for Change
Total Hours12

Graduate Faculty

Altom, Carol, M.B.A. (San Diego State University), B.S. (United States Naval Academy), Instructor, 2012.
Banks, Jeff, M.S.O.M. (University of Arkansas), M.S. (Oklahoma State University), B.S. (University of Arkansas), Instructor, 2020.
Bateh, Justin, Ph.D. (University of Suderland-London), Instructor, 2020.
Beam, Caroline, Ph.D., M.S. (University of California), B.S. (Princeton University), Teaching Assistant Professor, 2013.
Bean, Jeffrey, M.B.A. (University of Arkansas), B.A. (Rhodes College), Instructor, 2008.
Bresnick, Terry A., M.S. (Stanford University), M.B.A. (George Mason University), B.S. (United States Military Academy), Instructor, 2014.
Burgin, James, M.B.A. (Golden Gate University), B.S. (University of Arkansas), Instructor, 2012.
Burk, Robin K., Ph.D. (State University of New York at Albany), M.B.A. (University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill), B.A. (St. John’s College), Instructor, 2019.
Cavitt, Maurice, Ph.D. (University of Texas at Arlington), M.S. (University of Nebraska-Lincoln), B.S. (Prairie View A&M University), Instructor, 2021.
Crimmins, Thomas D., M.O.A.S. (Air Command and Staff College), Instructor, 2019.
DeGrange, Walter, M.S. (Naval Postgraduate School), B.E. (Vanderbilt University), Assistant Professor, 2014.
Essary, Michael L., D.B.A. (Northcentral University), M.B.A. (Florida Institute of Technology), M.B.A. (University of South Carolina), B.S. (University of Tennessee), Instructor, 2019.
Eveleth, William, M.B.A., B.B. (University of North Texas), Instructor, 2012.
Flynn, John, M.B.A., J.D. (Case Western Reserve University), B.S. (John Carroll University), Instructor, 2012.
Friscoe, Louis F., M.S., B.S. (Embry Riddle Aeronautical University), Instructor, 2014.
Gallagher, Brian P., Ph.D. (Colorado State University), M.S. (Florida Institute of Technology), B.Tech. (Peru State College), Instructor, 2019.
Garner, Jerald, M.S. (University of Arkansas), B.S. (Park University), Instructor, 1997.
Gay, Rocky, Ph.D. (Texas A&M University), M.S. (U.S. Army War College & Texas A&M University), B.S. (U.S. Military Academy), Assistant Professor, 2019.
Ham, Garret Richard, M.Div. (Yale University, J.D. (University of Arkansas), B.A.C.S. (Ouachita Baptist University), Instructor, 2019.
Ham, Richard, Ed.D. (University of Arkansas at Little Rock), M.A.S. (Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University), B.S. (Park University), Instructor, 2014.
Hunthrup, Mindy R., M.S., B.S.B.A. (Arkansas Tech University), Instructor, 2019.
Hutto, Gregory T., M.S. (Stanford University), B.S. (U.S. Naval Academy), Instructor, 2014.
Jefferis, Neal, M.S.Ed. (Old Dominion University), B.E.S.(University of Missouri), Instructor, 2017.
Keethler, Gregory A., M.S.O.R. (Air Force Institute of Technology), B.S. (University of Texas at El Paso), Instructor, 2019.
Lester, Henry, Ph.D., M.S.(University of Alabama), M.S. (University of Arkansas), Instructor, 2020.
Livingston, Mark A., Ph.D. (University of Maryland), Instructor, 2017.
Lower, Otto, Ph.D. (Purdue University), M.S. (Michigan State and Louisiana State University), B.S. (Louisiana State University), Instructor, 2014.
MacCarthy, John, Ph.D. (University of Notre Dame), M.S. (George Mason University), B.A. (Carleton College), Instructor, 2021.
Mahaffey, Jacob, M.S. (University of Arkansas), B.S. (University of Arkansas, Little Rock), Instructor, 2021.
McDonald, Candice, D.B.A. (Walden University), M.A. (Malone University), B.A. (Malone College), Instructor, 2022.
McGlynn, Moira, Ph.D., M.B.A. (Union College of Union University), Instructor, 2013.
McNeal, Travis G., M.A. (University of Nevada), B.S. (Utah State University), Instructor, 2014.
Melton, Kerry D., Ph.D. (Oklahoma State University), M.S., B.S. (University of Arkansas), Instructor, 2013.
Michealson, Kirk, M.S. (Naval Postgraduate School), B.S. (United States Naval Academy), Instructor, 2014.
Moores, John, M.A. (Ball State University), B.B.A. (Kent State University), Instructor, 2001.
Morris, Adam, Ed.D. (University of Arkansas), M.S., B.S. (Friends University), B.S. (Newman University), Instructor, 2011.
Morris, Jack, M.S., M.B.A. (University of Arkansas), B.A. (University of Central Arkansas), Instructor, 2012.
Nethercutt, Leonard, M.B.A., B.S (University of Arkansas), Instructor, 1996.
Peterson, David, Ph.D. (University of North Carolina), M.S. (Air Force Institute of Technology), B.S. (Iowa State University), Instructor, 2018.
Richardson, Tracey, Ed.D. (Argosy University), M.S., B.A.Sc. (Troy University), Instructor, 2009.
Rieske, David, M.S., B.S. (University of Arkansas), Instructor, 2007.
Robinson, Eddie, PhD. (Northcentral University), M.A.S. (Embry Riddle Aeronautical University), M.S. (University of Arkansas), B.S. (United States Air Force Academy), Instructor, 2007.
Roy, William, M.S. (University of Arkansas), B.S. (University of Memphis), Instructor, 2002.
Schott, Elizabeth W., Ph.D., M.S. (New Mexico State University), M.S.I.E. (Georgia Institute of Technology), Instructor, 2017.
Shallcross, Nicholas, Ph.D. (University of Arkansas), M.S. (Air Force Institute of Technology), B.S. (Virginia Military Institute), Instuctor, 2020.
Smith, Scott, M.S. (University of Arkansas), M.S. (Air Force Institute of Technology), B.S. (United States Air Force Academy), Instructor, 2006.
Specking, Eric A., M.S.I.E., B.S. (University of Arkansas), Lecturer, 2014.
Sutton, James M., M.S. (Southern Methodist University), B.S. (University of West Florida), B.M. (University of Southern Mississippi), Instructor, 2017.
Talafuse, Thomas, Ph.D. (University of Arkansas), M.S. (Air Force Institute of Technology), B.S. (United States Air Force Academy), Instructor, 2018.
Tate, Rashone, M.S. (Army War College), M.S.O.M. (University of Arkansas), B.S. (Park University), Instructor, 2022.
Ward, Cortez, M.S. (Troy University), B.S. (University of Maryland), Instructor, 2006.
Wells, Michael, M.S. (Florida State University), B.S. (East Stroudsburg University), Instructor, 2011.
Wilke, Stephen, J.D., M.P.A. (University of Memphis), Instructor, 1996.
Williams, Darron, Ph.D. (Northcentral University), M.S., M.B.A., B.S. (University of Memphis), Instructor, 2015.
Wolf, Martha, M.S.I.E. (University of Arkansas), B.S. (University of Arkansas), Instructor, 2022.
Wright, Nia, M.B.A. (Tulane University), B.S. (University of Arkansas), Instructor, 2009.
Zollinger, Richard, M.B.A., B.S. (Brigham Young University), Instructor, 2016.

Courses

OMGT 5003. Introduction to Operations Management. 3 Hours.

Provides an overview of the functional activities necessary for the creation/delivery of goods and services. Topics covered include: productivity; strategy in a global business environment; project management; quality management; location and layout strategies; human resources management; supply chain and inventory management; material requirements planning; JIT; maintenance and reliability; and other subjects relevant to the field. Required course. Pre- or Corequisite: OMGT 4853. Prerequisite: OMGT 4333, and must be admitted to the Master of Science in Operations Management Program, Project Management Graduate Certificate Program, be a Non-Degree Seeking Graduate Student, or have departmental consent. MSE or MSEM students may take the course with advisor consent. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring)

OMGT 5013. Supply Chain Management for Operations Managers. 3 Hours.

Focuses on the development and application of decision models in supply chains with emphasis on supply chain performance, cost, and metrics; demand forecasting; aggregate planning; inventory management; supply chain design and distribution; transportation modeling and analysis; supply chain coordination; the role of information technology; and sourcing decisions. Spreadsheet tools and techniques will be used to analyze supply chain performance. Prerequisite: OMGT 4333, OMGT 4853 and admitted to OPMGMS, EMGTMS, ENGRME or OMPMGC Graduate Certificate Program, or departmental consent. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer)

OMGT 5113. Human Resource Management. 3 Hours.

A review of Human Resources Management functions as they apply in today's business setting with specific emphasis on regulatory compliance, total rewards systems, recruitment, training, and employment practices. The course is designed both for HRM professionals and for line managers/professionals who need to understand the roles and responsibilities of HR as a business partner. Prerequisite: OMGT 4313, OMGT 5003 and must be admitted to the Master of Science in Operations Management Program, Project Management Graduate Certificate Program, be a Non-Degree Seeking Graduate Student, or have departmental consent. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer)

OMGT 5123. Finance for Operations Managers. 3 Hours.

Examines the scope and environment of finance for operations managers. Topics include financial markets, interest rates, financial statements, cash flows, and performance evaluation. Valuation of financial assets, using time value of money; the meaning and measurement of risk/return; capital-budgeting, cost of capital, capital structure, dividend policy, and working capital management are also covered. Required course (may substitute OMGT 5463). Pre- or Corequisite: OMGT 5003. Prerequisite: OMGT 4323, OMGT 4853 and admitted to OPMGMS, EMGTMS, ENGRME, or OMPMGC Graduate Certificate Program, or departmental consent. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer)

OMGT 5133. Operations Management in the Service Sector. 3 Hours.

Review of the role of the operations management in the service sector, e.g., health care systems, banking, municipal services, utilities, and postal service and others. Emphasizes the principles and methodologies applicable to the solution of problems within the service industries. Pre- or Corequisite: OMGT 5003. Prerequisite: Must be admitted to the Master of Science in Operations Management Program, Project Management Graduate Certificate Program, be a Non-Degree Seeking Graduate Student, or have departmental consent. (Typically offered: Irregular)

OMGT 5143. Strategic Issues in Human Resource Management. 3 Hours.

Explores the concept of Strategic Human Resource Management with emphasis on effective partnering by various HR functions with all levels of management to support the large-scale, long-range goals of achieving success in the organization's chosen markets. Internal and external impacts on and of HR in all areas will be examined. Students will analyze case studies to build on basic concepts acquired in OMGT 5113. Prerequisite: OMGT 5003, OMGT 4313, OMGT 5113 and must be admitted to the Master of Science in Operations Management Program, Project Management Graduate Certificate Program, be a Non-Degree Seeking Graduate Student, or have departmental consent. (Typically offered: Irregular)

OMGT 5253. Leadership Principles and Practices. 3 Hours.

The course is designed to expose students to multiple approaches to leadership in a wide variety of settings. Leadership styles, the knowledge areas and competencies expected of today's leaders, the challenges leaders face, the historical and philosophical foundations of leadership, the relationships among leadership theory, leadership practice, and the moral-ethical aspects of leadership are among the topics covered in the course. A number of respected regional, national, and international leaders share "lessons learned" in their leadership journeys. Plus, a number of highly regarded leadership books and case studies on leadership are read and discussed. Students may not receive credit for INEG 4253 and INEG 5253/OMGT 5253. Prerequisite: Must be admitted to the Master of Science in Operations Management Program, Project Management Graduate Certificate Program, be a Non-Degree Seeking Graduate Student, or have departmental consent. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer)
This course is cross-listed with INEG 5253.

OMGT 5303. Health Care Policies and Issues. 3 Hours.

Explores health care management strategies and policy development with emphasis on health insurance, Medicare, Medicaid and managed care, as well as employee health benefits. The roles of government and business in policy formulation are addressed, as are the problems of financing health care, legal and ethical considerations, current healthcare issues, and quality measures. Prerequisite: Must be admitted to the Master of Science in Operations Management Program, Project Management Graduate Certificate Program, be a Non-Degree Seeking Graduate Student, or have departmental consent. (Typically offered: Irregular)

OMGT 5373. Quality Management. 3 Hours.

Introduces students to quality management concepts and their use in enhancing organizational performance and profitability. History of the quality movement, its broad application in key economic sectors, and philosophical perspectives of major quality leaders will be discussed. Focus is on continuous process improvement, using data and information to guide organizational decision-making. The Six Sigma approach and associated statistical tools, supporting process improvement, are also covered. Pre- or Corequisite: OMGT 5003. Prerequisite: OMGT 4333 and OMGT 4853, and must be admitted to the Master of Science in Operations Management Program, Project Management Graduate Certificate Program, be a Non-Degree Seeking Graduate Student, or have departmental consent. (Typically offered: Irregular)

OMGT 5403. Industrial Safety and Health Administration. 3 Hours.

Based on Federal Regulations for Occupational Safety and Health, the course examines current regulations, as well as their commonsense application. Covers various standards, such as those for material handling, personal protective equipment, toxic substances, and machine guarding. Uses case studies and real world scenarios to present topics and demonstrate their application. Prerequisite: Must be admitted to the Master of Science in Operations Management Program, Project Management Graduate Certificate Program, be a Non-Degree Seeking Graduate Student, or have departmental consent. (Typically offered: Irregular)

OMGT 5423. Operations Management & Global Competition. 3 Hours.

Studies of principles and cases in business/industrial administration in global competition. Survey of markets, technologies, multi-national corporations, cultures, and customs. Discussion of ethics, professionalism, difference valuing, human relations skills, and other topics relevant to global practice. Pre- or Corequisite: OMGT 5003. Prerequisite: Must be admitted to the Master of Science in Operations Management Program, Project Management Graduate Certificate Program, be a Non-Degree Seeking Graduate Student, or have departmental consent. (Typically offered: Spring)

OMGT 5433. Cost Estimation Models. 3 Hours.

Overview of cost estimation techniques and methodologies applied to manufacturing and service organizations. Accomplished through detailed analysis of the cost estimation development process and various cost estimation models. Topics include data collection and management, learning curves, activity based costing, detailed and parametric estimation models, and handling risk and uncertainty. Prerequisite: OMGT 4853 and OMGT 4333, and must be admitted to the Master of Science in Operations Management Program, Project Management Graduate Certificate Program, be a Non-Degree Seeking Graduate Student, or have departmental consent. (Typically offered: Irregular)
This course is cross-listed with INEG 5433.

OMGT 5443. Decision Models. 3 Hours.

Focus on quantitative decision models for technical and managerial problems for private and public organizations. Topics include shareholder value, stakeholder value, Value-Focused Thinking, axioms of decision analysis, decision making challenges, decision traps, cognitive biases, decision processes, decision framing, influence diagrams, value hierarchy structuring, designing creative alternatives, single objective models, multiobjective additive value model, swing weights, sensitivity analysis, portfolio decision models with binary linear programming, probability elicitation, Bayes Theorem, decision trees, Monte Carlo simulation, expected value, dominance (deterministic and stochastic), tornado diagrams, value of information, risk preference, utility models, expected utility, and communicating analysis insights. Prerequisite: (OMGT 5003, OMGT 4333, and OMGT 4853) or INEG 2314, and must be admitted to the Master of Science in Operations Management Program, Project Management Graduate Certificate Program, be a Non-Degree Seeking Graduate Student, or have departmental consent. (Typically offered: Irregular)
This course is cross-listed with EMGT 5443, INEG 5443.

OMGT 5463. Economic Decision Making. 3 Hours.

Principles of economic analysis with emphasis upon discounted cash flow criteria for decision-making. Comparison of criteria such as rate of return, annual cost, and present worth for the evaluation of investment alternatives. Required course (may be substituted by OMGT 5123). Prerequisite: OMGT 5003, OMGT 4323 and OMGT 4853, and must be admitted to the Master of Science in Operations Management Program, Project Management Graduate Certificate Program, be a Non-Degree Seeking Graduate Student, or have departmental consent. (Typically offered: Irregular)
This course is cross-listed with EMGT 5463.

OMGT 5473. Lean Six Sigma. 3 Hours.

This course covers the application of lean principles to manufacturing, service and government processes in order to improve productivity, increase value and eliminate waste as well as the use of the Six Sigma problem solving methodology to reduce variation and improve quality. Students will gain experience with the tools and analysis methods used in both approaches. The topics covered include: methods for creating Lean processes, proven lean problem-solving methodologies, managing a lean transformation, implementing a Six Sigma initiative, and executing the five phases of the Six Sigma DMAIC process, and communicating results to stakeholders and decision-makers. Prerequisite: (OMGT 5003 or departmental consent), and admitted to the (Master of Science in Operations Management Program, or theProject Management Graduate Certificate Program, or be a non-degree seeking graduate student with departmental consent). (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer)

OMGT 5493. Advanced Lean Six Sigma. 3 Hours.

With an emphasis on application, this course builds upon the Lean Six Sigma and Quality Management courses and covers analysis techniques for Lean Six Sigma problem solving in the Analyze, Improve, and Control phases of the DMAIC process. The topics covered include descriptive versus inferential statistics, sampling, Hypothesis Testing with Normal and Non-Normal Data, regression analysis, design of experiments, and control charts. Prerequisite: OMGT 5473 and OMGT 5373. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer)

OMGT 5503. Maintenance Management. 3 Hours.

Principles and practices of maintenance department organization, prevention procedures, and typical equipment problems. Includes related topics such as plant protection, preventative and plant maintenance. Pre- or Corequisite: OMGT 5003. Prerequisite: OMGT 4333 and must be admitted to the Master of Science in Operations Management Program, Project Management Graduate Certificate Program, be a Non-Degree Seeking Graduate Student, or have departmental consent. (Typically offered: Irregular)

OMGT 5623. Strategic Management. 3 Hours.

Examines strategic management, which is defined as the art and science of formulating, implementing, and evaluating cross-functional decisions that enable an organization to achieve its long-term objectives. Principles of strategic management will be covered in conjunction with case studies to provide opportunity for analysis and experience in applying these principles in an operations management environment. Required course. Prerequisite: OMGT 5003 and OMGT 4313, and must be admitted to the Master of Science in Operations Management Program, Project Management Graduate Certificate Program, be a Non-Degree Seeking Graduate Student, or have departmental consent. (Typically offered: Irregular)

OMGT 5653. Introduction to Data Analytics for Operations Managers. 3 Hours.

Introduces data science and data analytics. Provides basic skill instruction in the statistical data analysis programming language R. Provides experience building and interpreting descriptive and predictive data analytics models. Provides operations managers with the skill and tools to use and understand advanced data analytics methods. Provides practice communicating those results to senior stakeholders and decision makers. Prerequisite: OMGT 5003 or EMGT 5033, must be admitted to the Master of Science in Operations Management Program, Project Management Graduate Certificate Program, be a Non-Degree Seeking Graduate Student, or have departmental consent. (Typically offered: Irregular)

OMGT 5673. Principles of Operations Research. 3 Hours.

Surveys the mathematical models used to design and analyze operational systems. Includes linear programming models, waiting line models, computer simulation models, and management science. Students will be introduced to applications of operations research and solution methods, using spreadsheet software. Pre- or Corequisite: OMGT 5003 and OMGT 4853. Prerequisite: OMGT 4333 and must be admitted to the Master of Science in Operations Management Program, Project Management Graduate Certificate Program, be a Non-Degree Seeking Graduate Student, or have departmental consent. (Typically offered: Irregular)

OMGT 5693. Advanced Analytics and Visualizations for Operations Managers. 3 Hours.

Extends the skills taught in OMGT 5653 to provide experience building and interpreting descriptive and predictive data analytics models that incorporate text, network, and categorical data along with visualization approaches. Provides operations managers with the skill and tools to use and understand advanced data analytics methods. Provides practice communicating those results to senior stakeholders and decision-makers. Prerequisite: OMGT 5653. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer)

OMGT 5733. Human Factors in Operations Management. 3 Hours.

Introduces the interaction of humans with systems, attempting to apply the same rigor of purpose and understanding to these systems and interactions as with production planning, supply chain design, or other elements of operations management. Emphasizes identifying, diagnosing and finding solutions for perceptual, cognitive and organizational errors. The scientific method and various quantitative and qualitative research techniques will be used to both evaluate and solve problems as well as determine and frame outcomes.Pre- or Corequisite: OMGT 5003. Prerequisite: Must be admitted to the Master of Science in Operations Management Program, Graduate Certificate Program, be a Non-Degree Seeking Graduate Student, or have departmental consent. (Typically offered: Irregular)

OMGT 577V. Special Problems. 1-3 Hour.

Application of previous course work knowledge to problems encountered in military base and civilian operations. Problems are proposed by students according to individual interests and needs. Used for courses in specific concentration, certificate or focus areas with parenthetical titles. Maybe used for courses in development. Prerequisite: Must be admitted to the Master of Science in Operations Management Program, Project Management Graduate Certificate Program, be a Non-Degree Seeking Graduate Student, or have departmental consent. (Typically offered: Irregular) May be repeated for up to 3 hours of degree credit.

OMGT 5783. Project Management for Operations Managers. 3 Hours.

An introduction to the Critical Path Method and Program Evaluation and Review Technique. Covers project planning and control methods; activity sequencing; time-cost trade-offs; allocation of manpower and equipment resources; scheduling activities and computer systems for PERT/CPM with emphasis on MS project. Case studies include topical issues combining methodologies and project management soft skills, such as conflict management, negotiation, presentations to stakeholders, and team building. Required course. Prerequisite: Must be admitted to the Master of Science in Operations Management Program, Project Management Graduate Certificate Program, be a Non-Degree Seeking Graduate Student, or have departmental consent. (Typically offered: Irregular)
This course is cross-listed with EMGT 5783.

OMGT 5793. Risk Management. 3 Hours.

Students will learn to apply tools to identify, assess, communicate and manage risk. Course work includes methods to identify risks, develop risk models, assess risk, and evaluate risk management options. Case studies are used to understand risk management challenges in systems development in complex organizations. Prerequisite: OMGT 5003 or EMGT 5033, must be admitted to the Master of Science in Operations Management Program, Project Management Graduate Certificate Program, be a Non-Degree Seeking Graduate Student, or have departmental consent. (Typically offered: Irregular)

OMGT 5823. Information Technology for Operations Managers. 3 Hours.

Information Technology for the management and control of information systems and processes used in operations management. Topics covered include e-Business and e-Commerce Systems, Management Information Systems (MIS), Data Resource Management, Networking, Decision Support, Information Security, Enterprise and Global IT, and IT Strategies and Solutions for Operations Managers. Pre- or Corequisite: OMGT 5003. Prerequisite: OMGT 4853 and must be admitted to the Master of Science in Operations Management Program, Project Management Graduate Certificate Program, be a Non-Degree Seeking Graduate Student, or have departmental consent. (Typically offered: Irregular)

OMGT 5833. Advanced Decision Support Tools and Visualization for Operations Managers. 3 Hours.

This course covers advanced decision support tools and visualization used in engineering and operations management including functions and techniques for data manipulation and error testing, charts and chart templates, data query and pivot tables, templates and forms, probability, "What If" sensitivity analysis, and dashboards. The decision support tools covered are Microsoft Excel and Tableau. Provides practice communicating to senior stakeholders and decision-makers. Pre- or Corequisite: OMGT 5003. Prerequisite: OMGT 4853 and must be admitted to the Master of Science in Operations Management Program, Project Management Graduate Certificate Program, be a Non-Degree Seeking Graduate Student, or have departmental consent. (Typically offered: Irregular)

OMGT 5873. Organizing for Change. 3 Hours.

Provides an overview of fundamental management functions, organizational decision-making authority, structures and controls to support managing change. Topics include leadership, strategy and ethical perspectives on change management. Pre- or Corequisite: OMGT 5003. Prerequisite: Must be admitted to the Master of Science in Operations Management Program, Project Management Graduate Certificate Program, be a Non-Degree Seeking Graduate Student, or have departmental consent. (Typically offered: Irregular)

OMGT 5903. Operations Management of Unmanned Aircraft Systems. 3 Hours.

Course focuses on the fundamentals of UAS operations and the applications of UAS systems in research, government and business applications. Modules covers government compliance, licensing/certification requirements, University Policy and current events in the UAS field. Prepares students to participate in research or UAS operational roles. Discusses policy and process issues in society and considerations for ethical UAS use. Prerequisite: Must be admitted to the Master of Science in Operations Management Program, Project Management Graduate Certificate Program, be a Non-Degree Seeking Graduate Student, or have departmental consent. (Typically offered: Irregular)

OMGT 5913. Advanced Air Mobility and Autonomous Operations. 3 Hours.

Provides advanced knowledge of autonomous vehicles and new eVTOL aircraft implications on the National Airspace System, Advanced Air Mobility and Universal Traffic Management, and airports. Teaches advanced autonomous compliance systems for operations managers. Covers knowledge for industry standard certifications including government and industry compliance standards. Focuses on system integration to improve operations efficiency, risk management, and safety. Prerequisite: OMGT 5903. (Typically offered: Irregular)

OMGT 5933. Cybersecurity for Operations Managers. 3 Hours.

The cybersecurity for operations managers course introduces strategic and tactical processes to implement the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Risk Management Framework (RMF). Additionally, the Body of Knowledge for the American Society of Industrial Security is applied to each process and procedure. Managers and Leaders responsible for cybersecurity, with or without an IT background, are provided a logical RMF to establish an effective cybersecurity program in their organization. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer)

OMGT 5943. Resilient Design and Crisis Management for Operations Managers. 3 Hours.

This course expands the knowledge of managing and responding to a crisis including preparation through resilient design. Using foundational knowledge from the Department of Homeland Security Federal Emergency Management Administration and industry standards, the course guides operations managers in the preparation, prevention and response to emergency incidents and the techniques used to add resilience to operations. Human resources, supply chain, organizational structure, authorities, legal frameworks and emergency operations centers and private/public partnerships including critical infrastructure protection are explored throughout the course. (Typically offered: Irregular)

OMGT 5983. Advanced Project Management. 3 Hours.

This course builds upon the project management for operations managers' course and offers students an opportunity to apply advanced project management tools to manage troubled projects. Topics include determining the project status using the schedule baseline, cost estimations, and earned value management techniques. Students will learn how to perform a project assessment/audit and will create a troubled project recovery plan. The course includes presentations of case study assignments to gain experience in communicating the status and recovery of failed and troubled projects. Prerequisite: OMGT 5783 and must be admitted to the Master of Science in Operations Management Program, Project Management Graduate Certificate Program, be a Non-Degree Seeking Graduate Student, or have departmental consent. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer)

OMGT 5993. Homeland Security for Operations Managers. 3 Hours.

Introduces concepts of Homeland Security in industry and government settings. Covers basic legal and compliance programs and risk management processes. Explains the continuity between critical infrastructure, government and private sector roles. Focuses on system design and understanding of the National Incident Management System protecting the homeland. Introduces cybersecurity and intelligence analysis concepts. Prerequisite: Must be admitted to the Master of Science in Operations Management Program, Project Management Graduate Certificate Program, be a Non-Degree Seeking Graduate Student, or have departmental consent. (Typically offered: Irregular)

OMGT 600V. Master's Thesis. 1-6 Hour.

Master's thesis option for OMGT students. (Typically offered: Irregular) May be repeated for up to 6 hours of degree credit.