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2026-2027 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

Operations and Systems Management, B.S.


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Program Director and Study Abroad Coordinator

Dr. Trina Moskalik
Office: R-310
Phone: (414) 277-7360
Email: moskalik@msoe.edu

Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Operations & Systems Management (OSM) at Milwaukee School of Engineering prepares students to analyze and improve operational and technical systems in dynamic organizations. The program emphasizes strategic problem-solving, effective collaboration, professional communication skills, delivering stakeholder-focused information, and application of artificial intelligence tools for optimization of complex business processes. The program builds business processes and systems expertise in operations and analytics through applied learning in Lean Six Sigma, continuous improvement, planning and control systems, programming, and artificial intelligence. Students use industry-standard tools and AI-enhanced analytics to evaluate processes and optimize performance across business units. Graduates are prepared to apply an entrepreneurial mindset and systems-thinking approach to deliver measurable value and improve organizational workflows.

Student Program Outcomes

Graduates with a B.S. in Operations and Systems Management will be able to:

1.Strategically analyze, evaluate, and solve business problems using technology and an understanding of the social context.

2. Prepare and deliver concise, persuasive stakeholder-centered information in a professional manner.

3. Leaders of character who promote effectiveness in working with and leading diverse teams.

4. Exhibit an entrepreneurial mindset.

5. Evaluate operational processes using Lean Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, supply chain optimization, and planning/scheduling/control methodologies using the proper tools along with AI enhancements.

6. Apply key methodologies in operations, supply chains, technical systems integrating AI to enable the design, analysis, and improvement of workflows in both goods-producing and service-rendering organizations.

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Operations and Systems Management, B.S.


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Year One


Fall


Total: 16 lecture hours - 0 lab hours - 16 credits

Spring


Total: 16 lecture hours - 0 lab hours - 16 credits

Year Two


Fall


Total: 18 lecture hours - 0 lab hours - 18 credits

Year Three


Fall


Total: 15 lecture hours - 0 lab hours - 15 credits

Spring


Total: 15 lecture hours - 0 lab hours - 15 credits

Year Four


Fall


Total: 15 lecture hours - 0 lab hours - 15 credits

Spring


Total: 15 lecture hours - 0 lab hours - 15 credits

Program total: 119 lecture hours - 4 lab hours - 125 credits


Notes:


*Courses with an asterisk are used to calculate major GPA.

See The Raider Core  page for details on the general education program and Common Learning Outcomes (CLOs). See the full list of courses covering CLOs  for the Operations and Systems Management program.

1This course can cover any of the following CLOs: Collaborate Successfully, Communicate Effectively, Think Critically, Demonstrate Ethical Understanding, Exhibit Curiosity, or Embrace Diversity . With some exceptions, including BUS 2222, these courses must be taught out of the Humanities, Social Science, and Communication, Mathematics, or Physics and Chemistry Departments.

2The noted CLO is a placeholder. Raider Core electives can be taken in any order, as long as Exhibit Curiosity , Embrace Diversity , and Demonstrate Ethical Understanding are all covered. With some exceptions, these courses must be taught out of the Humanities, Social Science, and Communication Department.

Operations and Systems Management, B.S., THL Exchange Program


This map is taken by MSOE students in the Operations and Systems Management major who enroll at Technische Hochschule Lübeck (THL) in Lübeck, Germany, for their third year. Years 1 and 2 follow the same course work as the regular track. Version S2A

Year Three (MSOE students at THL)


Students take six courses each term at THL, but only five earn credit at MSOE. GER 1001 and GER 2001 are required for the THL degree, but do not count toward the MSOE degree, unless they can be applied to the Raider Core.

Fall


at THL

Spring


at THL

Year Four (at MSOE)


Fall


Total: 15 lecture hours - 0 lab hours - 15 credits

Spring


Total: 12 lecture hours - 0 lab hours - 15 credits

Operations and Systems Management, B.S., THL Exchange Program


This map is taken by students from Technische Hochschule Lübeck (THL) in Lübeck, Germany, who enroll at MSOE for their fourth year. Version S2B

Year Four (THL students at MSOE)


Fall


Total: 15 lecture hours - 0 lab hours - 15 credits

Spring


Total: 15 lecture hours - 0 lab hours - 15 credits

Notes for THL participants:


* Courses with an asterisk are used to calculate major GPA.

Approved Business Electives


For courses labeled “Business Elective,” students may choose from any category below.

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