<h2 id="section---FrequentlyAskedQuestions">Frequently Asked Questions</h2> <h3 id="section---WhatKindOfProgramIsIt">What Kind of Program Is It?</h3> <p>The Bachelor of Science in Business Studies in Operations and Project Management program at Southern New Hampshire University blends the study of business principles with the application of project management and operations management theories. It is designed to prepare students to function as operations managers of plants and facilities that produce computer components, automobiles, or other goods. You'll have the opportunity to develop the skills to oversee the manufacturing process and to supervise logistics and quality control procedures. Some other areas of program emphasis include linear programming, network analysis, inventory placement, and the utilization of Six Sigma principles. Classes may be taken online or in a combined online/on-campus format. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreThePrerequisites">What Are the Prerequisites?</h3> <p>Students who would like to manage workers and activities in an industrial or manufacturing setting might do well in this program. You should have the ability to solve problems as well as leadership and interpersonal skills. The program is ideal for students with prior college coursework they seek to transfer. All applicants to Southern New Hampshire University programs must have earned a high school diploma or equivalent. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreTheCourseRequirements">What Are the Course Requirements?</h3> <p>Your program is comprised of core courses, business core courses, and concentration courses. They are as follows: </p> <p><u>Required Bachelor of Science Core Courses</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code </th><th>Course Name</th></tr> <tr><td>ENG 120 </td><td> College Composition I</td></tr> <tr><td>ENG 200 </td><td> Sophomore Seminar</td></tr> <tr><td>IT 100 </td><td> Introduction to Information Technology</td></tr> <tr><td>COM 212 </td><td> Public Speaking</td></tr> <tr><td>SNHU 303 </td><td> SNHU Experience: Life After SNHU</td></tr> </table><p>SNHU 404 | SNHU Experience: General Education Capstone </p> <ul><li>Choose two of the following: </li></ul><p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code </th><th>Course Name</th></tr> <tr><td>MAT 130 </td><td> Applied Finite Math</td></tr> <tr><td>MAT 140 </td><td> Precalculus</td></tr> <tr><td>MAT 200 </td><td> Mathematics for the Humanities</td></tr> <tr><td>MAT 210 </td><td> Calculus I</td></tr> <tr><td>MAT 230 </td><td> Discrete Mathematics</td></tr> <tr><td>MAT 240 </td><td> Applied Statistics</td></tr> </table><p><u>Bachelor of Science Core Knowledge Courses</u> </p> <ul><li>Choose one of the following: </li></ul><p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code </th><th>Course Name</th></tr> <tr><td>FAS 201 </td><td> Introduction to Humanities I</td></tr> <tr><td>FAS 202 </td><td> Introduction to Humanities II</td></tr> <tr><td>FAS 223 </td><td> Appreciation and History of Music</td></tr> <tr><td>FAS 340 </td><td> Modern Art</td></tr> <tr><td>FAS 370 </td><td> American Art</td></tr> </table><ul><li>Choose one of the following: </li></ul><p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code </th><th>Course Name</th></tr> <tr><td>HIS 109 </td><td> Western Civilization I</td></tr> <tr><td>HIS 110 </td><td> Western Civilization II</td></tr> <tr><td>HIS 113 </td><td> United States History I</td></tr> <tr><td>HIS 114 </td><td> United States History II</td></tr> </table><ul><li>Choose one 200 level Literature Elective </li><li>Choose one of the following: </li></ul><p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code </th><th>Course Name</th></tr> <tr><td>PHL 210 </td><td> Introduction to Western Philosophy</td></tr> <tr><td>PHL 212 </td><td> Introduction to Ethics</td></tr> <tr><td>PHL 214 </td><td> Logic, Language and Argumentation</td></tr> <tr><td>PHL 230 </td><td> Religions of the World</td></tr> </table><ul><li>Choose one science elective (not SCI 215) </li><li>Choose four additional electives (ECO, ATH, SSC, POL, SOC, PSY) </li></ul><p><u>Business Core Courses</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code </th><th>Course Name</th></tr> <tr><td>ACC 201 </td><td> Financial Accounting</td></tr> <tr><td>ACC 202 </td><td> Managerial Accounting</td></tr> <tr><td>BUS 206 </td><td> Business Law I</td></tr> <tr><td>FIN 320 </td><td> Principles of Finance</td></tr> <tr><td>IT 210 </td><td> Business Systems Analysis and Design</td></tr> <tr><td>MKT 113 </td><td> Introduction to Marketing</td></tr> <tr><td>OL 125 </td><td> Human Relations in Administration</td></tr> <tr><td>OL 421 </td><td> Strategic Management and Policy</td></tr> </table><p><u>Business Studies / Operations and Project Management Concentration Courses</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code </th><th>Course Name</th></tr> <tr><td>QSO 300 </td><td> Introduction to Operations Management</td></tr> <tr><td>QSO 320 </td><td> Introduction to Management Science through Spreadsheets</td></tr> <tr><td>QSO 330 </td><td> Introduction to Supply Chain Management</td></tr> <tr><td>QSO 340 </td><td> Introduction to Project Management</td></tr> <tr><td>QSO 360 </td><td> Introduction to Six Sigma Quality</td></tr> <tr><td>QSO 440 </td><td> Topics in Project Management</td></tr> </table><ul><li>Choose one of the following: </li></ul><p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code </th><th>Course Name</th></tr> <tr><td>QSO 310 </td><td> Introduction to Management of Service Operations</td></tr> <tr><td>QSO 345 </td><td> Project Management for CAPM Certification</td></tr> </table><h3 id="section---WhatCouldIDoAfterGraduation">What Could I Do After Graduation?</h3> <h4 id="section---CareerOpportunities">Career Opportunities</h4> <p>By becoming a graduate of this program, you might pursue operations and project management opportunities in universities, hospitals, non-profit organizations, manufacturing facilities, and other settings. Following are some possible career choices: </p> <ul><li>Plant Manager </li><li>Warehouse Manager </li><li>Logistics Engineer </li><li>Operations Research Analyst </li><li>Materials Manager </li><li>Supply Chain Analyst </li><li>Production Planner </li><li>Distribution Analyst </li></ul><h4 id="section---AdvancedDegrees">Advanced Degrees</h4> <p>If you'd like to further study areas such as quality management, project planning, and operations research, you could acquire an advanced degree. Some relevant master's degree programs include: </p> <ul><li>Master of Science in Operations Management </li><li>Master of Science in Operations and Project Management </li><li>Master of Business Administration with a concentration in: <ul><li>Operations Management</li></ul></li></ul>