53:716:504
Management Science (3)
Introduces students to the application of quantitative models and their related mathematical techniques, to solve real-world business problems. A blend of analysis and synthesis is emphasized to generate meaningful solutions for managers. Topics include single- and multiple-criteria decision methods, project scheduling, transportation and assignment problems, queuing theory, and decision analysis.
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53:716:513
Operations Management Productivity and Quality (3)
Provides the foundation for managing the operations of both manufacturing and service organizations. Topics include operations strategy, product and service design, inventory management, facility and capacity planning, forecasting, quality management, supply chain management, and just-in-time operations.
Prerequisite: 53:135:502.
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53:716:516
Total Quality Management (3)
This course provides the development, practice, and processes of quality management. It focuses on increasing productivity through continuous improvements in quality. Case studies and role-playing exercises are used in the instruction.
Prerequisite: 53:716:513.
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53:716:519
Service Operations Management (3)
Service industries account for almost 80 percent of the workforce in the United States and also the majority of the workforce in other industrialized economies in the world. This course provides the state-of-the-art overview of service operations management. In addition, it will help students structure and solve problems commonly found in service industries using analytical models, as well as develop an awareness of the opportunities of information technology in enhancing the service firms competitiveness. Topics include service design, service quality, queuing analysis, capacity management, and technology in services.
Prerequisite: 53:716:513.
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53:716:521,522
Directed Study in Operations Management (3,3)
Supervised by an individual faculty member and approved by the associate dean of graduate studies.
Prerequisite: 53:716:513.
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53:716:523
Global Operations Management (3)
Utilizes recent innovations of cutting-edge technology to address issues of managing global operations. Text and cases draw on the experience of pioneers in global operations. The use of restructuring and reengineering to increase speed, reduce costs, and enhance innovations will be thoroughly discussed.
Prerequisite: 53:716:513. This course may also count toward an international business concentration.
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53:716:531
Supply Chain Management (3)
This course provides the understanding of how supply chain design and planning decisions impact the performance of the firm as well as the entire supply chain. It links supply chain structures and logistical capabilities in a firm and utilizes the concepts learned in various functional areas such as management, marketing, and finance within the context of supply chain management. A blend of lectures and case studies are employed to facilitate learning of course materials.
Prerequisite: 53:716:513.
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53:716:670
Special Topics in Operations Management (3)
Topics vary from semester to semester. Consult the associate dean of gaduate studies for specific content each semester. Students may enroll in more than one special topics course.
Prerequisite: 53:716:513.
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