Master's Programme in Operations Management and Control
Are you interested in finding solutions to complex managerial problems and creating value for customers? Our two-year master's programme in Operations Management and Control will provide you with the knowledge and tools needed to manage the dynamic challenges of modern businesses and organizations.
The Master programme in Operations Management and Control at Stockholm Business School will prepare you for an exciting and challenging future career in services and manufacturing, in Sweden and around the world.
Operations management is the activity of managing the resources devoted to the production and delivery of products and services. It involves the design, management and improvement of services, processes and supply chains. For instance, operations management makes sure the right product reaches the right store at the right time; it makes sure staffing levels are sufficient to meet demand at a hospital or at a call center; and it is makes sure a product is manufactured and delivered to the consumer in the most resource efficient way.
Managing operations efficiently and effectively is thus crucial not only to businesses but to society as well. During the course of the programme, you will learn advanced theories and methods for analyzing and improving operations, as well methods for analyzing the financial implications of operations improvements. This is an exceptional opportunity to study operations management from a strategic perspective with focus on business development.
High employability
The programme is given in close collaboration with businesses and other organizations to address relevant challenges for managers in the field.
Renowned faculty and institution
Stockholm Business School is one of the top Scandinavian business schools. Creative thinking and critical reasoning are guiding principles and courses are based on the latest scientific research. Stockholm University is on the list of the 100 best universities in the world and has been characterized by openness and innovation since 1878.
Unique programme
This programme offers a unique possibility for students to learn operations management and control from a strategic, financial and business development perspective. Moreover, this programme benefits significantly from being given by a university integrated business school that cooperates closely with other faculties.
What you will learn
As a graduate of this programme you will be able to see the big picture and evaluate all the different steps that go into producing and delivering a product or service and locating areas of improvement. You will learn to handle the often complex process of change in businesses and organisations.
The mandatory courses address the topic area at three different levels:
- Fundamental tools, which include methods and tools used to analyse, understand, improve and visualise processes and financial figures.
- Value creating processes, which for example concern models that aid the design of effective flows of products, services, capital and information from suppliers to end customers.
- Strategic impact, which includes perspectives and models about leading organisations and understanding the financial and strategic implications of transforming an organisation’s operations.
Information for admitted students autumn 2024
Congratulations! You have been admitted at Stockholm University and we hope that you will enjoy your studies with us.
In order to ensure that your studies begin as smoothly as possible we have compiled a short checklist for the beginning of the semester.
Follow the instructions on whether you have to reply to your offer or not.
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Checklist for admitted students
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Activate your university account
The first step in being able to register and gain access to all the university's IT services.
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Register at your department
Registration can be done in different ways. Read the instructions from your department below.
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Read all the information on this page
Here you will find what you need to know before your course or programme starts.
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Welcome to Stockholm Business School (SBS). Click on the link to get more information about your start of the semester and how to register so as not to lose your place.
Welcome activities
Stockholm University organises a series of welcome activities that stretch over a few weeks at the beginning of each semester. The programme is voluntary (attendance is optional) and includes Arrival Service at the airport and an Orientation Day, see more details about these events below.
Your department may also organise activities for welcoming international students. More information will be provided by your specific department.
Find your way on campus
Stockholm University's main campus is in the Frescati area, north of the city centre. While most of our departments and offices are located here, there are also campus areas in other parts of the city.
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The Master programme in Operations Management and Control at Stockholm Business School will prepare you for an exciting and challenging future career in services and manufacturing, in Sweden and around the world.
Operations management is the activity of managing the resources devoted to the production and delivery of products and services. It involves the design, management and improvement of services, processes and supply chains. For instance, operations management makes sure the right product reaches the right store at the right time; it makes sure staffing levels are sufficient to meet demand at a hospital or at a call center; and it is makes sure a product is manufactured and delivered to the consumer in the most resource efficient way.
Managing operations efficiently and effectively is thus crucial not only to businesses but to society as well. During the course of the programme, you will learn advanced theories and methods for analyzing and improving operations, as well methods for analyzing the financial implications of operations improvements. This is an exceptional opportunity to study operations management from a strategic perspective with focus on business development.
High employability
The programme is given in close collaboration with businesses and other organizations to address relevant challenges for managers in the field.
Renowned faculty and institution
Stockholm Business School is one of the top Scandinavian business schools. Creative thinking and critical reasoning are guiding principles and courses are based on the latest scientific research. Stockholm University is on the list of the 100 best universities in the world and has been characterized by openness and innovation since 1878.
Unique programme
This programme offers a unique possibility for students to learn operations management and control from a strategic, financial and business development perspective. Moreover, this programme benefits significantly from being given by a university integrated business school that cooperates closely with other faculties.
What you will learn
As a graduate of this programme you will be able to see the big picture and evaluate all the different steps that go into producing and delivering a product or service and locating areas of improvement. You will learn to handle the often complex process of change in businesses and organisations.
The mandatory courses address the topic area at three different levels:
- Fundamental tools, which include methods and tools used to analyse, understand, improve and visualise processes and financial figures.
- Value creating processes, which for example concern models that aid the design of effective flows of products, services, capital and information from suppliers to end customers.
- Strategic impact, which includes perspectives and models about leading organisations and understanding the financial and strategic implications of transforming an organisation’s operations.
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Programme overview
Please note, it is not possible for SBS students with a "Master´s degree in Science with a main filed of study in Accounting", to pursue another Master´s degree with a main field of study in Accounting, through this program.
Year 1
First and second semester consists of 8 mandatory courses.
Courses semester 1
Operations Strategy, 7,5 ECTS 100%
Business Analytics: Data, Models and Decisions, 7,5 ECTS 100%
Financial Statement Analysis, 7,5 ECTS 100%
Supply Chain Management, 7,5 ECTS 100%Courses semester 2
Current Research in Accounting & Operations Management, 7,5 ECTS 100%
Advanced Research Methods in Accounting and Operations Management 7,5 ECTS 100%
Advanced Operations Management 7,5, ECTS 100%
Management Control Systems in Private and Public Sector 7,5 ECTS 100%Year 2
Semester 3
During this semester you have several options - either take elective courses at Stockholm Business School or at any Swedish university, go abroad for one semester to study elective courses or choose the Reflective Practice course that combines internship with the academic work.
Course
Elective courses, 30 ECTS credits 100 %
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Studies abroad at one of our international partner universities 30 ECTS. To enter the fourth semester and the degree project the student should have completed a minimum of 75 ECTS within the programme, including 52,5 ECTS from your first year and the Research Method course.Semester 4
The fourth semester consists of writing a master's dissertation in Accounting with a specialization in Operations Management. The thesis is expected to give a substantial contribution to research. Students are expectd to write in pairs.
Course
Master's Degree in Accounting with a specialization in operations management 30 ECTS credits
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How to apply
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More information
"The shift from selling point products to value based solution sales processes require organisations to transform their operations strategy. Operating models of tomorrow must be able to integrate processes, governance and performance metrics across functional borders and company brands in order to deliver a cohesive and superior customer experience while at the same time staying profitable through operational excellence. The new master’s programme in Operations Management and Control at Stockholm University is well positioned to equip students for leading roles on this transformation."
Dag Sagfors, IBM Global Services - Strategy & Transformation
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Career opportunities
This programme provides a solid platform for a future career of managing operations in Sweden and internationally. To ensure high employability the program is in close collaboration businesses and other organizations, making sure the courses address relevant challenges for managers in the field. Upon completion, common positions include: management consultant, management trainee, supply chain planner, operations developer, strategic buyer/procurer, business controller, production/services leader and project leader.
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Contact
For more information about this programme, please contact our Academic Advisors.
