The Major

What is Operations & Information Management (OIM)?

An analytical major that connects it all:

Combines principles of operations management with information management for today's data-driven and technology-focused world
Focuses on managing and optimizing the processes, systems, people, technology, and data essential for efficient organizational operations

How do you know if OIM is right for you?

Do you have an interest in finding creative solutions to complex problems?
Are you comfortable with data, numbers, and the prospect of using technology and artificial intelligence?
Do you enjoy analyzing how things work and identifying ways to make processes more efficient?
Are you interested in learning how technology can improve business operations and help organizations achieve their goals?
Do you value working with people and leading teams to drive improvements and innovation?

What will you learn?

The Operations & Information Management (OIM) major prepares you for careers such as:

Business analyst
Data analyst
Logistics specialist
Management consultant
Operations manager
Project manager
Supply chain analyst

These roles use process-oriented, technology-driven thinking and are essential to any team. They drive business efficiency and effectiveness by making decisions based on sound empirical evidence. The OIM curriculum equips you with a holistic understanding of how a business functions and the skills that meet the evolving needs of the business world.

As an OIM major, you'll learn about:

Artificial Intelligence
Supply Chain Management
Data Analytics & Visualization
Mathematical Modeling & Simulation
Demand Planning
Business Process Optimization
Database Systems
Information Systems
Project Management
Transportation & Logistics
Enterprise Systems & Business Processes
Programming
Quality Assurance
Sustainable Operations
Process Design
Continuous Improvement
Lean, Agile & Scrum

Concentrations within OIM

All OIM students are automatically enrolled in the Integrated Operations Management & Analytics concentration, which allows the flexibility to choose from a wide range of classes across specializations.

If you choose to specialize, you can elect one of these OIM Concentrations:

Information Systems & Analytics
Supply Chain Management

Certificates & Awards

Business Analytics Certificate: OIM majors complete courses that satisfy the requirements for this certificate.
SAP Recognition Award: This award, supported by the SAP Business Suite (an Enterprise Resource Planning System), is granted to students who complete the following 3 courses

OIM451 Information and Project Management
OIM452 Business Processes and Enterprise Systems
OIOIM454 Machine Learning in Business

Awards for OIM Students Only

OIM AI Achievement Award: The OIM AI Achievement Award recognizes undergraduate OIM Students who have demonstrated skills and accomplishments in artificial intelligence. To be eligible for the award, students must earn a B or higher in the following 3 OIM courses:

OIM 210 Introduction to Business Information Systems
OIM390STB Artificial Intelligence in Business
OIM454 Machine Learning in Business.

OIM Supply Chain Excellence Award: The Supply Chain Excellence Award honors students who achieve distinction in managing, analyzing, and optimizing supply chain networks. Students build expertise in end-to-end supply chain performance. To be eligible for the award, students must earn a B or higher in 3 of the following OIM courses:

OIM 320 Quality Management
OIM 411 Supply Chain Analytics
OIM 412 Supply Chain Management
OIM 413 Logistics and Transportation
OIM 461 Prescriptive Analytics
OIM 533 Humanitarian Logistics and Healthcare
SCH-MGMT 590S Sustainable Supply Chains

OIM Operations Leadership Award: The Operations Leadership Award recognizes students who demonstrate excellence in leading and continuously improving business processes and high-performance teams. Students gain the analytical and leadership skills to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence across industries.To be eligible for the award, students must earn a B or higher in 3 of the following OIM courses:

OIM 320 Quality Management
OIM 321 Business Process Simulation
OIM 325 Service Industry Operations
OIM 420 High Performance Organizations
OIM 451 Information & Project Management

OIM Course Requirements

Total Requirement: 8 courses (2 Core Courses, 3 Concentration Courses, and 3 Upper-level Electives)

Core Requirements: you must take 2 courses:

1. One Information Management Core course

OIM 350 Business Intelligence and Analytics

2. One Operations Management Core course

OIM 310 Manufacturing and Service Operations Methods or
OIM 320 Quality Management

Concentration Requirements: you must take 3 courses from your chosen concentration:

Supply Chain Management Concentration Courses:

OIM 310 Manufacturing and Service Operations Methods
OIM 320 Quality Management
OIM 321 Business Process Simulation
OIM 325 Service Industry Operations
OIM 340 Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Business
OIM 411 Supply Chain Analytics
OIM 412 Supply Chain Management
OIM 413 Logistics and Transportation
OIM 420 High-Performance Organizations (Lean/Continuous Improvement)
OIM 460 Advanced Topics in Operations Management
OIM 461 Prescriptive Analytics for Business (business optimization)
SCH-MGMT 597LG Humanitarian Logistics and Healthcare
SCH-MGMT 590S Sustainable Supply Chains

Information Systems Concentration Courses:

OIM 303 Business Applications of Python
OIM 307 Power Spreadsheets for Business Analysts
OIM 340 Artificial Intelligence in Business
OIM 451 Information & Project Management
OIM 452 Business Processes and Enterprise Systems (ERP)
OIM 454 Machine Learning in Business
OIM 463 Business Data Visualization and Dashboard

Upper-level Elective Requirements: you must take 3 courses, from either OIM concentration courses listed above, or any 300-level or above course in Isenberg: Accounting, Finance, Management, Marketing, OIM, Hospitality Tourism Management, Sport Management, or SCH-MGMT.

OIM Student Clubs & Alliances

Operations & Information Management (OIM) Club
OIM Mentors Club
Isenberg Sustainability Club

Professional Networking Alliances

Insurance Academy
Consulting Academy