Every family needs someone who manages the household and keep things running smoothly. Someone to buy food, budget, assign chores, put out fires and ensure everyone gets where they need to be.
In business, that person is called the operation and supply chain manager.
The University of Toledo has a top-ranked program in Operation and Supply Chain Management. It is one of the few U.S. universities to offer the major. Our College of Business and Innovation has also been ranked one of the best undergraduate business colleges by Bloomberg.
Operation managers oversee a business’ entire operation and help it run more smoothly. They manage people and resources as well as:
- Coordinate the manufacturing and distribution of goods and services
- Forecast demand and figure out how to meet it
- Forecast manpower needs
- Purchase and manage resources
- Schedule production
- Interact with suppliers, customers and retailers
Top Reasons to Study Operations and supply chain management at UToledo
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A broad, versatile degree.UToledo OSCM students take a broad array of classes in our nationally ranked College of Business and Innovation: information systems, operations, marketing, sales and international business.
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Leadership skills.Make yourself more marketable. Add our leadership minor and learn what it takes to be an effective leader.
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State-of-the-art computer software and simulations.Information technology is becoming increasingly important in the field. UToledo undergrads learn how to use the latest enterprise resource planning software.
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Internships.Work with accomplished professionals in the supply chain management field while earning college credit and a paycheck. Internships often lead to full-time positions.
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Research-active faculty members.Faculty who involve students in their work.
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Free certification exam prep.Certification isn’t required to practice. But employers love job candidates who have passed at least one of the two CPIM (production and inventory management) exams. UToledo offers free test prep and pays your exam fee if you pass.
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Network.Interact with area professionals by joining UToledo’s student chapter of APICS, an association for supply chain management. Members hone their skills by entering case competitions. Teams of students analyze business case studies to solve problems.
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Online and evening classes.Keep your job and work on your degree at night or online, when it’s convenient for you.
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Top 100 master’s program.
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Add a minor in World Cultures.This minor in the Department of World Languages and Cultures in the College of Arts and Letters can enhance any program of study. We live in an increasingly diverse country and can benefit personally and professionally from knowing more about other cultures. The program explores intercultural communication, traditions, how people conduct business and more.
Meet Matthew Payeff
'21, Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance and Operations and Supply Chain Management
“I love how the business environment requires collaboration, creativity and is constantly changing every day. This really influenced me because with these majors, I am able to understand all parts and flows of a business while being able to work and collaborate with different portions of the business.”
Read MoreWhat jobs can I get with an operations and supply chain management degree?
More and businesses are outsourcing and restructuring. They need versatile professionals. Our UToledo graduates meet that demand with their cross-functional skills in supply chain management.
UToledo Operations and Supply Chain Management graduates become:
- Buyers
- Inventory managers
- Materials analysts
- Process planners
- Production planners
- Supply chain analysts
Hands-On Learning Opportunities
At UToledo, we take you beyond the textbooks and the four walls of a classroom. These real-world experiences are what help our graduates gain professional skills and land jobs.
Internships
Finding an internship is easy thanks to UToledo’s robust community partnerships with companies and organizations around the region. Dive into unique opportunities that prepare you to launch your career.
Internships help you:
- Gain practical experience
- Build your resume
- Refine your skills
- Cultivate contacts
Internships often lead to full-time jobs after graduation!
Career Services can help you track down job opportunities. You also might be able to receive academic credit for your internship or job.
Research
UToledo is known for its undergraduate research opportunities. Start as early as your freshman year. Work with faculty who enjoy collaborating with students.
Our Office of Undergraduate Research can:
- Connect you to faculty mentors and projects
- Help you find funding
- Help you present your research at conferences and other events
Study Abroad
Travel, experience new cultures and meet new people — all while earning college credit.
UToledo's Education Abroad Office can help you find the perfect opportunity. You can apply for grants, scholarships and financial aid to help fund study abroad.
- Semester at Sea
- Short-term, summer and faculty-led trips
- Direct exchange programs with other universities
- Teach English abroad
- Global health program (med student clerkships)
- Rocket Kids (work with youth around the world)
Rocket Kids Semester
The Rocket Kids program offers University students a fall, spring or summer semester internship providing recreational programming to U.S. military youth while experiencing the world in locations such as Germany, Italy, Belgium and The Netherlands.
Rocket Kids interns will gain practical experience in programming, leadership, health and wellness, creative arts, performing arts, cultural and literary arts, team and individual sports, adventure and outdoor recreation and STEM education.
On-campus and Part-time Jobs
- Learn skills that prepare you for a career after graduation.
- Build your resume.
- Earn money.
If you want to work, there are plenty of opportunities on campus and at businesses near campus. If you demonstrate financial need, you may qualify for the federal work-study program.
Student Organizations
Our most successful students get involved.
UToledo has 400+ student organizations that will help you:
- Make friends.
- Build your resume.
- Network.
- Be a leader.
- Serve your community.
- Have fun!
Tuition and Scholarships
Most new students don't pay full price. 94% of new UToledo students receive scholarships or other state and federal aid.
Keep in mind: Your cost will vary by college, program and a host of other options. This is the average amount full-time students pay per year.
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Honors College
The Jesup Scott Honors College at The University of Toledo offer our best and brightest the resources and opportunities needed to unlock your fullest potential. Whether you aspire following graduation to cure disease, innovate technology, advance statecraft, redefine markets, or express creatively, together we can fuel vibrant and promising tomorrows.
Honors students come from a variety of countries, backgrounds and cultures. While we may bond over a tough class, our differences make us blossom.
Benefits of Honors
The Honors College is a community of academically gifted students from all majors on campus. Students take unique Honors classes taught by dedicated Honors faculty and complete an Honors thesis or capstone project in their major, earning the Honors medallion at graduation within their normal program of study. Honors students are challenged to think more deeply and broadly about what they learn. With special academic, cultural, and professional development opportunities, their education extends beyond the classroom.
Honors students can also choose exclusive housing in the Honors Academic Village or the historic McKinnon, Scott and Tucker Halls.
Explore more about what the Honors College can offer you as a budding professional, inquisitive scholar, and engaged person.
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