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
| Tuition / credit hour | $313.00 |
| Fee / credit hour | |
|---|---|
| Technology | $50 |
Tuition and fees per credit hour reflect fall 2024 rates for students studying completely online. Students in online programs who take an on-campus course will pay on-campus fees, mandatory and college fees, for only the on-campus course.
I thought this specific program sounded really interesting because they don't have that one here, and online is so much more convenient. I came across this program and talked with the advisor who actually was awesome. [...] it sounded very doable and manageable. And affordable, which was a big one. So when they explained the structure of the program to me and the types of classes I would be taking, I thought it would only benefit me. A lot of people said they’re considering doing it and encouraged me to do it, too. I’m really glad that I did. It’s done nothing but benefit me, and it will only benefit me more in the future."
Taylor MorganLincoln, NE
The M.S.O.M. skills are ingrained into every part of it. I was looking for a master's that would lead me from the chemistry side to operational management. On some projects I was being required to do, I wasn't exactly understanding how it was all working together. This was a way for me to understand what I was being asked and how all these functions work together."
Tiana SteyerParagould, AR
My planner was my best friend. When starting something new, it can be hard to adapt your schedule to what you already had going, but it's very rewarding. You will be able to do things you do on a day-to-day basis and do something a little bit extra and get your degree. It will give you a sense of pride and make you happy that you were able to juggle many tasks and still get everything done."
Kylan WilliamsPine Bluff, AR
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The Online Learner
Operations Management Master’s Degree Evolves with Distance Education
Beginning in 1974, the Master of Science in Operations Management mastered the art of distance education at the University of Arkansas. In the early days of its 50-year history, the degree program offered by the College of Engineering sent faculty members ...
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.
