What you’ll learn studying production and manufacturing management at UW-Platteville
As part of the UW-Platteville Department of Applied Engineering Technology Management, the production and manufacturing management minor focuses on the design, implementation, and management of manufacturing production lines. While taking engaging production management courses, you’ll explore topics of safety and risk management, manufacturing, quality assurance, planning and control, and training and supervision.
The manufacturing management program involves much more than simply completing a product management course. You’ll learn from faculty and industry professionals in our hands-on laboratories, which include our newly renovated electronics and industrial control systems laboratory. The minor also complements a wide variety of programs in engineering and business, so you can cater your education to your interests. Then, put it all into practice with the help of our award-winning internship and apprenticeship program.
To learn more, review the degree requirements for the production and manufacturing management minor.
Careers in production and manufacturing management
Production engineering and management is a fast-paced industry. Successful manufacturing companies are led by professionals who understand the challenges that come with producing high-quality products in an increasingly competitive environment. Production managers are responsible for overseeing operations and the production of products, including managing and training staff, ensuring work output meets quality standards, and addressing issues as they arise. These leaders must rely on their interpersonal and communication skills and their ability to effectively solve problems, as well as their organization and time-management skills.
Earning a manufacturing management degree or minoring in this subject will prepare you for a variety of careers. Some of the roles you may consider after graduation include:
- First-line supervisor
- Logistician
- Plant manager
- Production manager
- Production planner
- Purchasing manager
- Quality control manager
Skilled leaders are needed in all areas of manufacturing, including automotive and transportation equipment, machinery, fabricated metals, chemical manufacturing, food products, and more. Production managers typically divide their workdays between the production areas of the plants they oversee and office settings.
Discover by doing
Through our manufacturing management courses at UW-Platteville, you will learn both inside and outside of the classroom. You also will gain industry knowledge and workforce skills through experiential learning opportunities that include research projects, internships with local employers, and exciting university events.
