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Accreditation
American InterContinental University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associates, Bachelors and Masters Degrees.
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Master of Business Administration / Operations Management
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The AIU Online MBA in Operations Management gives students the knowledge, skills and experience-based education necessary to accelerate their careers in this highly competitive field. The degree program provides a unique, market-relevant combination of a comprehensive business education with real-world applications.
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, Operations Management professionals are among the highest paid workers in the U.S., with the top 10 percent maintaining the capacity to earn in excess of $145,000 per year.
The courses required to complete the MBA degree with a concentration in Operations Management include:
- Operations Management for Competitive Advantage
This course examines the various ways of designing and controlling both production and service operations. Concepts of cost, quality, delivery and flexibility will be covered. Students will examine operations management issues and methods used to gain a competitive advantage.
- Quality Management and Continuous Improvement
In this course students will explore the philosophy and tools for quality management and continuous improvement of products and processes. Using data collection and problem-solving techniques, students will examine the design of quality practices.
- Business Research for Decision Making
In this course, the student will explore decision making from a managerial viewpoint and examine the role of decision making in dealing with employees, formulating strategy, and negotiating.
- Economics for the Global Manager
In this course students will apply the theory and tools of micro and macroeconomics and research to the formation of business decisions in the global environment.
- A Managerial Approach to Marketing
This course focuses on the application of marketing concepts in a global organization. Student will examine international channel distribution as well as promotional, pricing, and product strategies.
- Leadership & Ethics for Managers
In this course, students explore the interaction between leaders, followers, and situations. The course involves the consideration of opportunities and ethical challenges of leadership.
- Global Financial Management
Within the context of the multinational firm, the course examines the development of policy; financing options for International business; and the making of standard financial management decisions.
- Strategic Management
Course contents include the planning, implementation, management, and evaluation of the corporate resources, products, and assets. Advanced research is an integral component of this course.
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Education Resources
Earn Your Degree Online
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Facts & Info
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Institutional Accrediting Agency:
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
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Address:
5550 Prairie Stone Parkway Suite 400
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
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Institution Type:
Private, for-profit, Higher Education
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Delivery Format:
Our virtual campus provides students with a rich learning environment. Classes are delivered in a multi-media format. You'll have access to the Virtual campus 24 hours a day whether you choose to pursue your studies while traveling, at work, or at home.
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Technical Requirements:
AIU Online can check your computer remotely to ensure you have all the plug-ins needed.
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Geographic Restrictions:
None.
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On-Campus Requirement:
None.
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Calendar Type:
Programs begin every 5 weeks.
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