Master of Science in
Operations Management
Learn it Today. Use it Tomorrow.
Get the practical knowledge you need to lead complex business operations by earning a Master of Science in Operations Management. Study with industry experts and professors to learn relevant skills you can apply immediately. Learn about increasing productivity, global business environment, supply chain, human resource strategies, finance for operations managers, and leadership principles.
If you experience issues enrolling at the University of Arkansas for your Fall 8W1 session and are receiving tuition assistance through the Department of Defense, please contact us.
Regarding the U.S. Air Force assistance, contact Sheila Vaughen at 850-884-3844 or msomhff@uark.edu.
Regarding the U.S. Army assistance, contact contact Marge Pasch at 479-575-6555 or ua-nsam@uark.edu.
100%
Online
Can combine online and face-to-face
courses offered at various locations.
30
Credit Hours
And 4 prerequisite classes
that may be waived.
1.5 - 2 YRS
Estimated Time
to Complete
GRE
Exempt
Flexible, Affordable, Practical
Study in 8-week sessions that are offered during five sessions each year. U.S. students can start the MSOM program during any of those sessions. Classes are offered online, on the University of Arkansas Fayetteville campus and may be offered at any of the three program sites in Little Rock, AR, Tennessee and Florida. Online students pay in-state tuition, which is lower than many comparable programs.
Your degree will be awarded by the University of Arkansas, one of the top public research institutions in the nation, and your name will be engraved on Senior Walk.
Data Analytics Course Introduction 2:09
Dr. Carrie Beam, Clinical Assistant Professor for the Department of Industrial Engineering
Program Overview 3:14
Dr. Gregory Parnell, Director, Operations Management
More Information
Online Students Pay
In-State Tuition*
| Tuition / credit hour | $303.88 |
| Fee / credit hour | |
|---|---|
| Technology | $50 |
Tuition and fees per credit hour reflect fall 2023 rates for students studying completely online. If an online student takes a course on campus, tuition and fees will differ.
Taking classes from the leadership classes to quality management, project management, it’s all things that currently apply to what I was doing. It gave me a better understanding. They just really helped me grow and develop as a leader here at FutureFuel."
Eddie GoinesBatesville, AR
The MSOM’s technical basis was a natural fit for me working in manufacturing. Part of my job is project management. I lead a team of our engineering and maintenance group so the degree and the certificate fit right in line with my day-to-day work."
Doug StringfellowEl Dorado, AR
The program is really flexible. The eight-week courses mean that you're not overloaded. I came home after work and did my assignments."
Dakotah CooperMagnolia, AR
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The Online Learner
Former U of A Employee Selected for Scholarship for Online Operations Management Degree
Ashley Acord is the latest recipient of the scholarship offered by the Master of Science in Operations Management program. The award is based on academic achievement and financial need.
U of A Alumna Named First Woman Commander of USS Constitution
University of Arkansas alumna Cmdr. Billie J. Farrell became the 77th commanding officer of the USS Constitution on Friday, Jan. 21, and the first woman to serve as captain in the ship’s 224-year history.
