Driven by a passion for equity and justice, Sebastian Villa employs empirical and behavioral methods to support vulnerable populations worldwide. His research focuses on improving the operations of businesses at the base of the pyramid and nonprofit organizations, helping small business managers enhance profitability to support their families’ financial and emotional well-being. He also explores innovative strategies for nonprofits to strengthen their impact on local communities.
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Social Sustainability, Behavioral Operations Management, Supply Chain Management
MBAC 6051 - Operations Management
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Spring 2025 / Spring 2026
Develops an understanding of processes and the alignment of a process with the organization�s operating priorities. Examines how interconnected processes relate to managing supply and demand and stakeholder incentives. Explores services, highlighting the differences and similarities between product and service businesses and considers �c-suite�-level challenges such as managing firm growth, alignment of the operating system with strategic priorities, and mitigating uncertainty through optionality.
OPIM 7250 - Doctoral Seminar: Special Topics in Empirical Methods
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Fall 2025
Covers empirical research methods for operations management. Topics include statistical and econometric analysis with a wide range of applications, including sustainable operations, supply chain management, and revenue management and pricing.
