Management

Major, Minor

The Oakley School of Business

The Management program prepares students to lead teams, manage operations, and make effective decisions in today’s organizations. Students build a strong foundation in leadership, organizational behavior, strategy, and communication while developing the skills needed to adapt in a changing business environment.

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Opportunities & Outcomes

Graduates of the Management major develop knowledge of organizational operations and leadership practices while building skills in critical thinking, communication, and decision-making. Students learn to analyze business challenges, manage teams, and apply ethical and strategic principles in diverse workplace settings.

Career Pathways

A Management degree prepares students for leadership and administrative roles across business, nonprofit, and public sector organizations.

Business & Organizational Leadership

  • Management trainee or associate
  • Operations or project coordinator
  • Business or operations analyst
  • Team or department supervisor

Human Resources & Talent Development

  • Human resources assistant or coordinator
  • Training and development specialist
  • Talent acquisition or onboarding coordinator
  • Employee relations or compliance support roles

Operations, Supply Chain & Logistics

  • Operations or process improvement coordinator
  • Supply chain or logistics analyst
  • Inventory or production supervisor
  • Quality assurance or efficiency analyst

Sales, Client Services & Business Development

  • Account or client services manager
  • Sales or business development coordinator
  • Customer success or relationship manager
  • Retail or service operations manager

Nonprofit, Public & Mission-Driven Leadership

  • Nonprofit program or operations coordinator
  • Community or service organization manager
  • Public administration or civil service roles
  • Faith-based or mission-driven organization leadership

Graduate & Professional Pathways

  • MBA or graduate study in management or leadership
  • Graduate programs in human resources or organizational development
  • Professional certifications in project management or leadership

Programs of Study Offered

  • Bachelor of Science in Management
  • Management Minor

Degree Requirements

Bachelor of Science

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