Operations and Information Management Department | Wisconsin School of Business at UW Madison

Relevant skills that provide flexibility and career advancement

The Operations and Information Management Department at the Wisconsin School of Business focuses on the systems, procedures, and strategies that guide efficient production and distribution of goods and services. You will develop skills that are applicable in a variety of fields including, health care, retailing, and manufacturing. BBA, MBA, and PhD students all have two options for earning degrees, and our faculty expertise and on-going research covers a broad range of dynamic topics.

The Erdman Center for Operations and Technology and Management, and Grainger Center for Supply Chain Management are affiliated with our programs and offer additional learning opportunities for our students.

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Faculty and Research

Faculty

Our faculty members contribute to the operations profession both in and beyond the classroom.

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Research Seminars

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Degrees We Support

Undergraduate Program

Students develop IT skills with a major in Operations Technology Management (OTM) or Information Systems (IS).

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MBA Specialization in Operations and Technology Management

The OTM specialization is a good fit for students who have a background in engineering, science, or other areas of technology and operations and are interested in seeking advanced positions while priming themselves for future senior leadership roles.

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MBA Specialization in Supply Chain Management

This specialization provides the cross-functional and strategic breadth needed to have a comprehensive understanding of supply chain management. Students undergo training in everything from data analytics and demand to the marketing, promotion, and sourcing of goods.

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PhD in Operations or Information Management

Both programs are designed to prepare individuals for careers in research and teaching at the university level. Student research is supported by faculty with a wide range of expertise.

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Knowledge Centers

Erdman Center

The Erdman Center for Operations and Technology Management (OTM) was established to provide students with the skills necessary to compete in a diverse and competitive, global environment.

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