Healthcare Management Concentration

MBA, Operations and Supply Chain Management Concentration

Advance Your Operations & Supply Chain Management Expertise and Leadership Skills

The MBA concentration in Operations and Supply Chain Management equips students with the knowledge and skills to lead complex operational and supply chain functions in today’s global business environment. Through a focus on operational strategy, logistics, procurement, inventory management, and process improvement, students learn to optimize organizational performance and drive efficiency across industries including manufacturing, healthcare, retail, technology, and distribution.

Through an academic partnership, students enrolled in the Dallas MBA with a Operations & Supply Chain Management concentration will complete the required concentration courses through DeSales University. Students admitted to the University of Dallas MBA program are automatically eligible to register for and complete all required concentration courses.

 

Program Overview

Credit Hours: 39 Total Credit Hours / 18 Classes
Delivery Options: MBA - Online or on campus in Irving, Texas | Concentration Online through a partnership with DeSales University
Program Format: Flexible evening and online classes for working professionals
Accreditation: AACSB-accredited UDallas College of Business
Typical Duration: 2–3 years (depending on schedule and course load)

 

 

What You’ll Learn in the MBA Operations & Supply Chain Management Concentrations

Students in the Supply & Chain Management concentration will study topics including:

  • Forecasting, production, and inventory planning
  • Logistics and transportation management
  • Strategic procurement and sourcing
  • Value chain operations and quality management
  • Process improvement and operational efficiency
  • Supply chain strategy and resource management
  • Business analytics and performance evaluation
  • Leadership and decision-making in operations environments

Career Paths for MBA Operations & Supply Chain Management Graduates

Oversees end-to-end supply chain operations, including sourcing, production, logistics, and distribution.
Manages daily business operations to improve efficiency, productivity, and quality.
Leads purchasing strategies, supplier negotiations, and sourcing initiatives.

Evaluates international supply chain performance and risk management strategies.

Advises organizations on improving operational systems and supply chain efficiency.

Courses You'll Take

39 Total Credit Hours / 18 Classes

(Required for All Graduate Business Programs)
MANA 6V50 The Virtuous Leader. 
MANA 6V51 Business and the Common Good. 
BUAD 6320 The Effective Communicator.

BUAD 5F70 Cornerstone*
ACCT/FINA 6310 Financial Intelligence.
BUAD 6310 Quantitative Reasoning for Decision-Making.
MANA 7310 High Performance Work Teams.
LDRS 6310 Leading Innovation and Organizational Change.
MANA 7330 Integrated Business Operations. 
MANA 7340 Integrated Business Strategy.

*BUAD 5F70. Required for all international and probationary students, including conditional and qualifying admission statuses.

BUAD 6101 Leading Yourself. (Semester 1)
BUAD 6102 Enhancing Interpersonal Effectiveness. (Semester 2)
BUAD 6103 Career Advancement. (Semester 3)

Select one (1) course from the following:

CYBS 6345 Securing the Digital World.
BANA 7320 Data Visualization and Storytelling.
BANA 7355 AI for Business. 
BANA 7380 Advanced Spreadsheet Modeling and Dashboards.

  • PM507/SU507   Risk Management
  • SU501   Foundations of Supply Chain Management
  • SU502   Logistics Management

Apply to the Dallas MBA Program

Joining the University of Dallas MBA program is simple—no GMAT or GRE required. With multiple start dates throughout the year and flexible formats to fit your schedule, applying is the first step toward advancing your career with a values-driven, AACSB-accredited education. Whether online, on-campus, or hybrid, your MBA journey starts here. 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

 

The Supply Chain Management concentration prepares students to develop expertise in operational strategy, logistics, procurement, inventory planning, and process optimization to improve organizational efficiency across a variety of industries.
Yes. The Operations & Supply Chain Management Concentration is available and can be completed fully online.
Absolutely. Courses are offered completely online designed for students balancing full-time careers.
Most students complete the concentration within the standard MBA timeline. Full-time students may finish in as little as 1–2 years, while part-time and working students can progress at a pace that fits their schedule.
Dallas MBA admitted students wishing to enroll in the Project Management Concentration are required to submit the DeSales University Academic Partnership form. Please speak with your academic advisor for full details. 

About the Dallas MBA

The UDallas College of Business is AACSB-accredited and nationally recognized for its focus on practical, ethical, and globally minded business education. Our MBA program emphasizes values-driven leadership and provides the flexibility, rigor, and support working professionals need to succeed.