BSc Operational Excellence (Online)
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Please note that the BSc Operational Excellence online is open to organisations and cohorts. If you wish to enquire about joining a cohort as an individual, please contact us, and we will advise on availability in your region.
A unique educational experience combining academic competence in Operational Excellence with on-the-ground application of the knowledge taught.
Targeting organisations in both the public and private space, employees are developed to strengthen their understanding and improvement of operations, finding better ways to deliver value to customers.
The BSc Operational Excellence is designed with organisations and their employees in mind, fostering a flexible learning environment and technology-driven delivery mechanism.
Through our user-friendly learning platform and expert tutor support, you gain the best of both worlds.
With 50% of the year dedicated to online learning and 50% dedicated to work-based projects, students earn accreditation for each level successfully completed.
How does it work for students based in the APAC region?
Candidates are enrolled as University of Buckingham students and granted online access to our student resources and services. The online learning component is accessed virtually enabling flexible study at your own pace.
Lean Strategy provide regional support for both students and their employers, through tutorials, work-based project mentoring and employer consultation.
This tailored version of BSc OPEX benefits those residing in APAC, as the practical component on the course is now delivered by a team of post-graduate qualified tutors located in Australia. Lean Strategy tutors bring extensive experience in the hands-on delivery of OPEX programs across multiple industries coupled with a wealth of knowledge gained from senior positions in the APAC public or private sectors.
Minimum of 3 years experience in front-line or support operations, confirmed by the student’s line manager.
Students will join company programmes as a group, either self-sponsoring or sponsored by their company. They will be asked to provide a letter of recommendation from their employer.
Our Admissions Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have. Call us on +44 (0)1280 820227 or via our contact form.
Virtual Learning:
- Modules are engaging and interactive, accessible via computer, tablet or mobile.
- Each module is taken and assessed online.
- Tutors support and assess progress, guiding learners throughout their journey.
Work-Based Projects
- Students apply their newly acquired knowledge, rapidly applying their learning back in the operation.
- Students take part in one substantial project or a portfolio of smaller projects over a 6-month period each year.
On completion of the BSc Operational Excellence, students have the option to proceed onto Masters and Professional Doctorate programmes.
| Start | Type | 1st Year | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|
Sep 2022 Part-time (3 Years) | UK | N/A | N/A |
| INT | N/A | N/A |
Fees
£6,600 per year.
We welcome applications in two different ways – directly via our online application form or through UCAS.
Apply directly
Apply online via our course pages:
- Most flexible option
- Apply until shortly before the course starts
- No application fees
- You can apply to us as an extra option alongside your UCAS choices
You can apply directly through our website by clicking the ‘apply’ button at the bottom of the course page.
Apply via UCAS
You can easily make Buckingham one of your UCAS choices:
- You can apply to up to 5 choices
- The application and decision deadlines are set by UCAS
- There is an application fee to UCAS
Our UCAS code is B90.
If you’re interested in transferring to Buckingham from another university then please get in touch to talk through your options.