The Master of Science in Operations Management degree at Lawrence Technological University combines real-life learning with a strong theoretical base in both operations and high-level management. This unique program is designed for working professionals in such fields as manufacturing, construction, technology services, retail sales, nonprofit organizations, and government who are seeking to enhance their abilities in the management of capital and human resources.

Successful managers in the 21st century need more than just knowledge. They also must possess an understanding of organizational behavior and how organizations interact with the society around them. Lawrence Tech’s MS in Operations Management offers an innovative approach to management education that uses team-oriented learning situations, with an emphasis on case studies, to link theory with practice.

This program, which can be completed in as few as 18 months, prepares you to participate as a highly skilled member of a professional operations management team or to function as a high-level project manager for consulting firms, start-up companies, or large-scale construction projects.

A Program You Can Grow With

The curriculum consists of 30 hours of course work, including 21 hours of core courses and nine hours of electives, chosen from the areas of manufacturing operations, service operations, or project management. Students without a good foundation in statistics must complete a two credit statistics course. An overall GPA of 3.0 is required for graduation.

To meet the varied needs of its students and maximize their learning opportunities, the College of Management offers three formats for course delivery:

• Traditional courses are taught exclusively in the classroom, usually on weekday evenings or Saturdays, and are offered on the Southfield campus and at some of Lawrence Tech’s education centers.
• Hybrid courses consist of approximately 50 percent classroom time and 50 percent online learning activities. Hybrid courses are offered at the Southfield and education center campuses.
• Online courses involve no classroom time and can be completed at the student’s convenience. These courses provide maximum flexibility for students with challenging work and personal schedules.

Getting Started

Admission to the program is competitive. Applicants must:

• Hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Have earned a GPA of 3.0 or higher for the last 60 credit hours of undergraduate work (applicants with a GPA of less than 3.0 may be provisionally admitted with a strong record of relevant work experience).
• Take the TOEFL or IELTS if English is not your native language. The minimum acceptable performance is 550 on the written TOEFL or 213 on the computerized version. Minimum acceptable IELTS score is 7.0. The Toefl /IELTS requirement is waived for those international students who have completed their degrees at a recognized U.S. university.
• Submit a completed application form and fee.
• Provide official transcripts from every college or university attended.
• Submit a professional resume.

The program may be entered in the fall, spring, or summer semester. Completed application packages should be received by the Office of Admissions no later than two weeks before the start of classes. (Academic calendars are available at www.ltu.edu/registrars_office.)

Transfer Credits 

A petition for transfer of credits should be initiated by the student in the form of a letter addressed to “Office of the Dean” and should be made prior to the completion of the first semester of the graduate program. Nine semester credits are the maximum accepted by Lawrence Tech’s College of Management for the MSOM program. These courses must be graduate-level courses taken at an accredited college/university. Each course generally must have been taken within seven years of application for admission. Transfer students should apply for admission through the Office of Admissions. A grade of 3.00 or better must have been earned - “passed/not passed,” “pass/fail,” or “pass/no entry” grades are not acceptable.

The student may be required to submit additional evidence (e.g., course syllabi, catalog descriptions and tests/examinations) in order to justify transfer of credits. The Management Graduate Admissions Committee may require the applicant to demonstrate proficiency in the subject either through an interview or written examination prepared by faculty members who have expertise in the subject/discipline.

Why Lawrence Tech's College of Management?

• A leader in the development and delivery of distinctive management programs for professionals and non-traditional learners.
• Committed to improving the quality of organizational life tomorrow by developing visionary leaders and managers today.
• Provides students with convenient learning centers, enhanced personal services, innovative programs, and alternate delivery modes of instruction.
• Since 1998, student satisfaction surveys have consistently ranked Lawrence Tech’s College of Management among the nation’s highest.