Administration Production and operations management focuses on the most economical mix of materials, energy, labor and investments to create products and services. In a typical organization this function designs, operates and controls the production system to determine a product's quality, cost and availability. Production and operations management is viewed from a broad framework and primarily focuses on the managerial aspects of production and operations rather than the technical feasibility of alternatives. This major differs from traditional definitions in that service organizations, such as schools, hospitals, hotels and restaurants are included. The production and operations management program at Bowling Green State University is recognized as the most advanced and comprehensive undergraduate program in the country.
Students are prepared to take managerial positions in a wide variety of organizations.
BGSU graduates are heavily recruited by more than 50 leading corporations throughout the country each year, and the list of companies recruiting grows each year. Typical graduates start in production scheduling, inventory control, materials analysis or production supervision. Graduates then advance to become managers of these areas and eventually to plant manager, general manager and other executive positions. Demand for graduates in this program is expected to grow in the next decade as more companies upgrade their managerial talents to compete more effectively both nationally and internationally. Curriculum Production and operations management courses include quality management and process improvement, supply chain management, production planning and control, and problems in production and operations management.