Bachelor of Science in Advanced Manufacturing Management
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About the Online BS in Advanced Manufacturing Management
As consumer technology rapidly advances, so does manufacturing technology. From robotics to automation, the way products are manufactured is under constant change. Industries demand manufacturing professionals who embrace change as an opportunity to adapt. The online Bachelor of Science in Advanced Manufacturing Management at Athens State University will prepare you for the constantly shifting manufacturing industry, providing you with a comprehensive understanding of emerging technologies.
Our in-depth curriculum covers many aspects of modern manufacturing, from operations management and supply chain to accounting and information systems. You’ll not only learn to leverage all these factors but also gain extensive knowledge of how to apply manufacturing technology and lead more efficient manufacturing operations. Students will even gain hands-on experience putting cutting edge manufacturing technology to work in a special laboratory course developed alongside the US Army Combat Capabilities Development Command.
Affordable Tuition
The cost per credit varies by state and degree modality.
Athens State boasts one of the most affordable tuition rates in Alabama and Tennessee.
Athens State offers a flexible tuition payment plan that works with your budget.
Online Tuition, In-State or Out-of-State: $225 per credit hour
On-Campus Tuition, In-State: $225 per credit hour
On-Campus Tuition, Out-of-State: $450 per credit hour
Support You Can Count On
Career-Focused
80% of Athens State alumni are employed in Alabama within one year after graduating.
Experienced Faculty
98% of faculty members from Athens State’s College of Business have industry experience and joined academia with the goal of sharing their expertise to help students succeed.
Small Classes
Small class sizes — typically around 18 students — deliver a personalized learning experience.
Affordable
Athens State is the most affordable state school in Alabama and Tennessee.
Flexible
Our online bachelor’s degrees are designed with flexibility at the forefront, so students can balance their studies with their busy lives.
Legacy
Founded in 1822, Athens State University is the oldest continuously operating institution of higher education in Alabama, with almost 200 years of academic excellence.
How to Apply
Students seeking admission to the on-campus, hybrid, or online BS in Advanced Manufacturing Management program must have:
- At least 36 transferable credit hours from a regionally accredited institution(s) prior to term of admission
- A minimum 2.0 cumulative transfer GPA on a 4.0 scale
- 15 credit hours applicable to Athens State general education requirements
Have questions about the eligibility of your transfer credits? Feel free to reach out to our admissions team at admissions@online.athens.edu or (256) 252-3216.

Manufacturing Management Careers
With a degree in advanced manufacturing management, you’ll be primed for leadership roles in a variety of production and industrial manufacturing settings — an industry in which management-level employees earn an average of $108,000 a year.
Our BS in Advanced Manufacturing Management can lead to career opportunities such as:
- Advanced manufacturing automation engineering manager
- Advanced production manager
- Engineering project manager
- Manufacturing digital strategist
- Production supervisor