Ergonomics Administration
Major
Ergonomics administration overview
This major is about understanding how work actually gets done and how to make it easier on the people doing it.
In the ergonomics administration concentration, you’ll study how systems run, where they fail and what can be done to fix them. You'll build a foundation in industrial management, with a focus on planning, supervision, safety and communication.
The program is fully online. Most students are already working. Many bring experience in logistics, operations or business. The degree builds on what you already know and helps you use it in a new way. If you’re looking to finish your degree without starting over, this is a practical place to begin.
AT A GLANCE
Why choose our ergonomics administration major?
This concentration is part of the administration major. You’ll complete a 27-credit core that covers foundational business topics, then add 12 credits focused on ergonomics and industrial management.
Your coursework includes:
- Operations and project planning.
- Workplace safety and environmental systems.
- Risk management and supervision.
- Process improvement tools like Lean and Six Sigma.
Each course is built around practical application. The focus isn’t on big ideas, but what helps people work smarter and safer.
If you decide to keep going, you can apply 12 credits from this major toward our Master of Science in Administration, saving you time and money.
Ergonomics administration highlights
As an ergonomics administration student here, you can:
- Finish your degree online: Flexible pacing built for adult learners.
- Transfer what you’ve already earned: Apply existing college credit.
- Get a head start on graduate school: Use 12 credits toward CMU’s MSA program.
- Learn with real-world context: Study what happens on the ground, not just in theory.
- Stay supported: Access online advising and academic resources built for working students.
Ergonomics administration careers and outcomes
Graduates from this program move into roles where they manage people, processes or both. Some work on the floor. Others work behind the scenes. Either way, they help keep things steady—especially when the systems around them aren’t.
This path is rooted in industrial management, and it prepares you for the kinds of roles that support the day-to-day functioning of complex workplaces.
| Career | Projected Salary |
|---|---|
| Engineering Project Manager | $89,909 |
| Project Manager | $98,580 |
| Manufacturing Production Supervisor | $54,235 |
| Supply Chain Director | $103,269 |
| Operations Manager | $101,280 |
| Logistics Engineer | $77,520 |
| Automotive Engineer | $96,310 |
| Safety Management Consultant | $78,570 |
Build leadership outside the classroom
Join the Industrial/Organizational Psychology Association to connect with students interested in organizational leadership, workplace strategy and team performance. It’s a great way to explore topics that reinforce what you’re learning—and to grow your professional network.
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