Virginia's Operations Management pathway develops expertise in business operations, process management, quality control, supply chain management, and operational efficiency—preparing students for careers ensuring businesses run smoothly and profitably.
Students study operations planning, inventory management, process improvement, quality assurance, supplier relationships, and operational technologies. They analyze business processes, develop improvement plans, and practice operational decision-making through case studies and business simulations.
Graduates work as operations managers, process improvement specialists, supply chain coordinators, quality assurance managers, or facility managers. Every Virginia business requires effective operations management. Advanced students pursue business or engineering management.
Operations Management at a Glance
4
Courses
8
Credentials
4
Career Paths
State Standards & Framework
Virginia's operations management standards address process management, quality assurance, supply chain principles, and operational efficiency. Standards align with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement concepts.
Students demonstrate competency through operations analysis projects, process improvement plans, and quality assessments. The state integrates lean and Six Sigma principles.
Typical Course Sequence
| Course |
|---|
| Operations Management Foundations |
| Process Management and Improvement |
| Supply Chain and Inventory Management |
| Quality Assurance and Operations Strategy |
Industry Certifications & Credentials
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- ✓National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC)
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Career Opportunities
Salary data from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2024). Growth projections from BLS Employment Projections (2023-2033). Cost-of-living adjustment uses BEA Regional Price Parities (2023). Entry-level salaries reflect the 25th percentile; experienced salaries reflect the median.
Operations Coordinator
Entry LevelSalary range: $38,800 - $60,760
Process Improvement Specialist
ExperiencedSalary range: $59,690 - $121,290
Operations Manager
ExperiencedSalary range: $77,790 - $174,120
Supply Chain Manager
ExperiencedSalary range: $81,240 - $143,900
Work-Based Learning Opportunities
Students intern in manufacturing operations, distribution centers, corporate offices, and service operations throughout Virginia.
Career & Technical Student Organization
Students in this pathway can participate in DECA, gaining leadership experience and competing in career-related events.
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