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Manufacturing Management Degree Program
About the Manufacturing Management Degree Program
Nebraska is one of the top three states with the fastest growth in technology jobs. For companies to prosper, they need employees with the ability to design, deploy, integrate, and manage emerging technologies as well as traditional resources. From 3-D printing, robotics, and CNC machining, to advanced software solutions in construction, manufacturing, and planning and design, the Manufacturing Management degree program at Wayne State College will prepare you for a career as a manufacturing manager, a production supervisor, or an applied engineer. Combining technical content with business knowledge in the Manufacturing Management degree program, you will be well-suited for a wide variety of career opportunities solving challenging manufacturing problems.
Percent of recent WSC graduates employed or in graduate school
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Our Focus is Results
Wayne State has the keys to your success and offers just what you need to become well prepared for the real world in the manufacturing management degree program.
Skills Learned
- Applied engineering
- Manufacturing operations
- Computer numeric control (CNC) machining
- Production techniques
- Computer integrated manufacturing
- Robotics
- Production planning
- Quality control
- Order fulfillment
- Problem-solving, research, and design
Manufacturing Management Careers
- Manufacturing manager
- Production supervisor
- Applied engineer
- Building materials manager
- Plant manager
- Inventory manager
- CNC programmer/estimator
Employers
- Manufacturers
- Fabrication companies
- Transportation equipment manufacturing companies
- Chemical manufacturing companies
- Machinery manufacturing companies
- Food manufacturing companies
Manufacturing Management Faculty
Our faculty are accomplished. Several are highly regarded as experts and have been recognized with notable honors and awards. And with a low student-to-faculty ratio, you'll be sure to receive an excellent education in the manufacturing management degree program.
Erin Arneson
Assistant Professor
Jessie Piper, MSE
Instructor
Outside the Classroom
At Wayne State College, you’ll have opportunities to enhance your education in the manufacturing management degree program by participating in clubs, organizations, art shows, internships, and more.
Service-Learning
Make a difference in the community while learning skills you can apply toward your future career. Wayne State’s Service-Learning program has received national awards in recognition of outstanding community service, with more than 400 students participating in Service-Learning projects each semester. Projects in this field include building and rehabilitating houses with local Habitat for Humanity affiliates and homeowners.
Opportunities
- Field trips – Visit local construction and manufacturing facilities to meet pros in the industry and get a peek at operations behind the scenes to watch how things are made.
- Peer tutoring and mentoring programs – Help fellow students master their courses and improve their skills, or be part of a support system for new students, all while gaining valuable experience for your resume.
Internships
You’ll have a chance to work with local companies in this field to help gain experience and earn credit toward the manufacturing management degree program. Career Services is also available to help you find the best internship opportunities.
