Bachelor of Applied Science in Operations Management

Why Choose the Bachelor of Applied Science in Operations Management Program?

Operations management means working for success in business. Our approach to operations is very human-centered, which allows us to preserve our values and dignity in a business world that frequently is indifferent to either. We help industry tackle real problems; this makes our students' experience relevant to employers. We coordinate the complementary skills of students, experienced professional faculty and industry collaborators to create value for industry and an unmatched learning opportunity for students.

Our course structure allows students to bring their real-world work experience into the program so they can find solutions to actual challenges and opportunities they encounter at work. These applications allow students to carry their gained knowledge into the workplace from their first day in the program and show employers the competency, persistence and flexibility they're looking for.

If you're looking to take your career to the management level through applicable training, this is the program for you.

Program Info

Students learn forecasting and system design, quality management, lean concepts and applications, and much more.

How Long It Takes

The program is approximately six-to-eight quarters in length, depending on the time students need to satisfactorily complete all graduation requirements.

Admission Dates

Fall Quarter or by instructor's permission.

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BAS-OPM Program and Course Descriptions

BAS-OPM Admissions Instructions

Program Documents

This link provides access to items like program supply lists and fees, program maps to help you plan your entire time at CPTC, and more.

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Your Questions, Answered!

Clover Park faculty and staff are available to introduce you to the college and all the programs we offer.

Info Sessions

Information sessions that can introduce you to programs and help you get started at CPTC are offered regularly when classes are in session. To learn more about the types of sessions and see when the next sessions are scheduled, visit cptc.edu/info-sessions.

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Potential Careers

Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations, overseeing multiple departments or locations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services. Usually manage through subordinate supervisors. Excludes First-Line Supervisors.