2024-2025 Graduate Catalog 
    
    Sep 19, 2024  
2024-2025 Graduate Catalog

Operations Management (M.S.)

Location(s): Brookings Main Campus, Online


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Program Coordinator/Contact

Ekaterina Koromyslova, Program Coordinator
Ness School of Management and Economics
Solberg Hall 116, Box 2223
605-688-6417

David Davis, Professor and Graduate Coordinator
Ness School of Management and Economics
Harding Hall
605-688-4141

Program Information

The Master of Science degree in Operations Management (MSOM) is a program for professionals interested in expanding their ability to manage technical functions in an organization as the next logical step in their career path. 

Students may elect to pursue the traditional thesis option: this is valuable for individuals who anticipate future graduate work toward achieving the terminal degree in a related field. A non-thesis option provides more coursework in lieu of the research component. Students will have the opportunity to tailor their plan of study toward their career interests selecting 12 elective credits in the non-thesis option.

Regardless of the option selected, the student works with his/her Major Advisor to develop the program of study plan, make consistent progress toward completion of the degree, and to show proficiency in integrating and applying management concepts through the Final Oral Exam.

Course Delivery Format

Program coursework is delivered on campus, with some coursework offered online. There is also a fully online option available for remote students.

Student Learning Outcomes


  • Able to analyze information & make appropriate decisions.
  • Project management skills: Demonstrate competence in developing, managing and closing out a project (simulated, case study, or practical application).
  • Effective communication: Effective use of professional communication skills including interpersonal, written, and in presentations.

Available Options for Graduate Degrees


Master of Science Thesis 30 Credit Hours
  Non-Thesis 30 Credit Hours

Select one course from each topic area:


Select one of the following options


Thesis


Non-Thesis


  • Electives Credits: 12

Total Required Credits: 30 (Thesis & Non-Thesis)


Additional Admissions Requirements


GRE: Not required (recommended)
TOEFL: 79-93 Internet-based
TOEFL Essentials: 8.5-9.5
IELTS: 6.5
Duolingo: 110-120

Application must include a written statement of how the MSOM program is aligned with your professional development plans (250 words/1000 characters limit).

Refer to the Ness School of Management and Economics Graduate Program page information for specific details.

Accelerated Master’s Program


The accelerated master’s program will be available to eligible SDSU students. Up to twelve (12) graduate level credits may apply to the undergraduate degree as major requirements or electives with approval from the student’s academic advisor, department head/school director, and college dean. Students must follow SDSU Policy 2:22 Use of Graduate Credit for Undergraduate Degree Requirements.

General Requirements


Graduate students should consult with their advisor before registering for graduate coursework. For additional information, refer to the Master’s Degree Requirements .