2020-21 Graduate Academic Catalog

2020–21 Graduate Academic Catalog Page 49 School of Business Administration Graduate Certificate in Operations Management Graduate Certificate in Operations Management Purpose Statement The graduate certificate in operations management will uniquely position candidates to evaluate and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of an organization’s operation. The certificate program will allow students to gain knowledge of operations research, project management, supply chain management, and lean process management, all within a distinctively biblical worldview. Values • Excellence – adhering to the highest standards in ethical and moral behavior. Providing continuous quality goods and services using processes that are customer-focused. Applying biblical wisdom and discernment in everyday business interactions. • Missional Purpose – recognizing that our purpose is to serve Christ and minister to others. Reflecting godliness as salt and light in a business world. Edifying others who we interact with on a daily basis. • Stewardship – using our talents, skills, money, and time recognizing that they originate from God and are for use in His purposes. Making decisions that reflect the diversity of stakeholders in ways that bring glory to God. • Servant’s Heart – an attitude of humbly serving God and our fellowman with compassion in the business setting. Showing mercy and grace in business relationships, which reflects God’s love for us. Program Objectives Candidates who complete the graduate certificate in operations management are equipped to: • Evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of an organization’s operation. • Create an appropriate solution to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of an organization’s operation. • Develop a biblical perspective of operations management. Program Delivery Cedarville University has designed the Graduate Certificate in Operations Management to be flexible and responsive to student needs. Courses are offered in fully online seven-week sessions. Course Requirements Course requirements involve a minimum of 12 semester hours including: BUS-6300 Operations Research....................................................3 MGMT-6300 Project Management.................................................3 MGMT-6310 Supply Chain Management.......................................3 MGMT-6320 Lean Process Management.......................................3 Accreditation In addition to University accreditation listed in the Accreditation section of this catalog, the School of Business Administration is accredited by the ACBSP. Admission Standards Cedarville University invites applications to the graduate certificate in operations management from candidates who have received a degree from a regionally accredited or otherwise approved university, who are able to present strong academic records, and who have a profession of faith in Jesus Christ. Each candidate will be reviewed on an individual basis. In addition to the general admission requirements listed in the Graduate Admissions section of this catalog, students must meet the following requirements: • Meet all program prerequisites. Students not meeting program prerequisites or admissions standards may be considered for conditional admission to the program. • Have a cumulative undergraduate grade point average of at least 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale). Conditional acceptance may be offered in some cases where the overall grade point average is at least a 2.0. Specific conditions will be decided by the M.B.A. Admissions committee. • Completion of the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) may be required for those with a grade point average below 2.75. Some exceptions are made on an individual basis. The GRE is an acceptable alternative. • Computer proficiency and ability to take courses in an online environment. • Recommendations from a church leader and professional colleague. Recommendations from personal friends or family members will not be accepted. Admission Process and Timeframe Applicants should follow specific admission criteria found in the Admissions section of the graduate catalog. Application decisions are generally made by the graduate program leadership in the School of Business Administration within two weeks after an admission application is completed. Graduate Admissions will notify applicants of the admission decision. Tuition and Fees Tuition cost for the graduate certificate in operations management courses for the 2020–21 academic year is $623 per semester hour. Audit is $312.00 per semester hour. Financial Aid Operations management courses completed for the graduate certificate, as a nondegree program, are not eligible for federal or state aid. However, students may qualify for personal loans to pay for this program. Operations management courses completed for the M.B.A. degree program may be eligible for federal and state aid. For more information, contact Financial Aid.