Learning Outcomes

Program learning outcomes are statements by faculty members that describe the most important things students will know and be able to do when they graduate from a program.

Associate in Applied Science Degree

Upon graduating from the Production Management AAS program, students will be skilled in the following:

• Product Lifecycle. Explain the end-to-end garment production process, from design concept development to market delivery, ensuring efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Production Specifications and Standards. Analyze, develop, and assess technical product transition from initial design development standards to final production specifications.
• Global Production Calendars. Develop and manage production calendars with an understanding of global supply chain operations, logistics, and sourcing strategies and incorporating an understanding of risk management into the process.
• Financial Knowledge. Determine product cost, price and profitability; conduct financial analysis for business decision making.
• Tech/Excel. Utilize industry-standard production software, data management systems, and analytical tools to enhance forecasting and process optimization.
• Ethics and Sustainability. Analyze the environmental and social impact of production decisions to adopt responsible, sustainable, and ethical manufacturing practices.
• Soft Skills. Engage effectively with external partners and internal cross-functional teams globally through strong communication and collaboration.

Bachelor of Science Degree

Upon graduating from the Production Management BS program, students will be skilled in the following:

• Manage Global Supply Chains with Ethical and Sustainable Practices. Evaluate global sourcing strategies, logistics operations, and trade practices while promoting sustainability, labor ethics, and regulatory compliance across all stages of production.
• Leverage Technology and Innovation in Production Systems. Critically assess and incorporate emerging technologies to enhance production planning, forecasting, and market responsiveness.
• Analyze and Optimize Manufacturing Processes. Apply technical knowledge of the manufacturing of fashion products—including equipment, cutting, sewing, and facility management—to evaluate, improve, and manage efficient, scalable, and sustainable production systems.
• Implement Quality Control and Assurance Systems. Apply total quality management practices, including textile testing, color analysis, and process auditing, to ensure product integrity and alignment with industry standards.
• Apply Financial and Data Analytics to Business Decisions. Analyze cost structures, pricing models, profitability metrics, and production data using industry-standard software to support financial sustainability and inform strategic capital investment decisions.
• Communicate Effectively Across Global Operations. Communicate with clarity and impact in both written and oral formats, using business-appropriate language and technology to support collaboration across diverse  teams and global supply chains.
• Integrate Learning to Demonstrate Professional Readiness. Integrate and apply knowledge and skills gained from coursework, industry software, emerging technologies, and internships to demonstrate readiness for leadership roles in production and operations management.