No business could work without an effective production and operations team. It is at the heart of all successful enterprises. In this introduction to production and operations management, you will learn the skills you need to effectively lead the processes during planning, action and negotiation. You will get an insight into the organisation of your team, resources, setting your targets and managing changes as they occur.
Modules
Production and Operations Management – An overview
Objectives of Production and Operations Management
Forecasting
Quality Management – Strategic Issues
Process Analysis and Design
Effective Product Design
Supply Chain Management and Capacity Planning
Facilities Planning
Materials Management and Warehouse
Inventory Management
Materials and Resource Planning
Production Planning and Operations Scheduling
Process Configuration Strategies
Management of Technology
Planning Team Work and Job Design
Project Management – Planning Development Strategies
Change Management
Work Study and Industrial Engineering
On course enrolment
167 course pages in a PowerPoint Slides format that you can easily print
Real life examples
High quality infographics that help you understand content
Full Guidance Support
Awarding Organisation endorsement and Certificate
Eligibility requirements
There is no previous experience or qualifications required for enrolment.
It is available to all students aged 18 or over, of all academic backgrounds.
Basic understanding of English language is required to attend this course.
You’ll need a smart device (PC/Mac/Tablet) with an internet connection.
Course Assessment
This course does not involve any written exams. students will be assessed by Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) and achieve 50% marks.
Course Duration
The course can be completed in a very short time. The pace for the course is set by the learners themselves the course material is downloadable and course registration will be valid for 12 months, so learners can complete the course with complete peace of mind and with no pressure at all.
Course Mode
This is a self-study course, students have 100% freedom to complete the course, there is no time restriction on this course.
Career path
This introductory is suitable for learners looking to enter a career path or professionals currently in work who are looking to further progress in their careers. You may be seeking a management position, or simply seeking to learn more about the background operations and production processes, and how to apply these to your business. It can also be taken as a CPD course in order to improve skills needed within your work.