Foundations of Operations Management Certificate

Location(s): Brookings Main Campus, Online

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Program Coordinator/Contact

Ekaterina Koromyslova, Professor
Ness School of Management and Economics
Harding Hall
605-688-4141

Program Information

The Foundations of Operations Management Certificate focuses on the hands‑on management of processes, projects, and systems that support day‑to‑day organizational performance. Emphasizing operations, supply chain, quality, and project management, the certificate develops practical skills to support effective execution and continuous improvement in diverse organizational settings. The certificate is well suited for professionals seeking practice‑oriented operational expertise.

Certificate Requirements

GE 685 - Management and Leadership in Technical Organizations Credits: 3
FIN 753 - Financial Management Credits: 3
or OM 620 - Analysis in Operations Management Credits: 3
or OM 650 - Manufacturing Systems Management Credits: 3
or OM 760 - Quality Control Credits: 3
or MNET 568 - Manufacturing Plant Management Credits: 3
OM 660 - Operations Management Credits: 3
OM 669 - Project Management Credits: 3

Total Required Credits: 12

Additional Admission Requirements

TOEFL iBT: 4
TOEFL Essentials: 7.5
IELTS: 6.0
Duolingo: 100

Additional Information

Students enrolled in SDSU certificate programs are not eligible for federal student financial aid. The non-federal alternative loan programs may be used for students meeting the lender criteria as found at www.sdstate.edu (search alternative loans). For further information, please contact the SDSU financial aid office at 605-688-4695 or finaid@sdstate.edu.