Applications for current students are available for Fall 2026. Applications for new students open in Spring 2027.

Make efficiency your edge

Ready to run operations like a pro? Learn how to make work and workflows run smarter with Tippie's Operations Certificate. 

This certificate covers process improvement, optimized supply chain management, operational strategy, and data-driven decision-making. You'll gain practical skills you can apply immediately to make operations more efficient and resilient. 

Earn a certificate now, and your courses can pull double duty towards an Iowa MBA or MSBA

 

At a glance

Delivery

Courses are available online.

Curriculum

Complete four courses (two required courses + two electives)

Format

This certificate can be completed entirely online.

Time to complete

As little as 1 year.

Cost

$9,000 (Four courses at $2,250 each)

Admission

No entrance exam required.

Certificate curriculum

Four courses are required to earn your certificate. Courses are subject to change.

Required courses:

  • Data and Decisions—MBA:8150
  • Operations and Supply Chain—MBA:8240

Elective options (choose 2):

  • Strategic Cost Analysis—ACCT:9020
  • Applied Optimization—BAIS:6130
  • Managing the Supply Chain—BAIS:9120 (available in-person in Italy through CIMBA)
  • Logistics and Data Management—ISE:5350
  • Either Agile Project Management—BAIS:9140 OR Project Management—MGMT:9185

Take the next step

Find out what you’ll need to apply for your Operations Certificate, when to submit your app, and more.

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