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Production & Operations: Apply, Analyze & Optimize

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Free

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ALL_LEVELS

About this course

By the end of this course, learners will be able to define core production concepts, differentiate product and process types, apply inventory and scheduling models, analyze break-even decisions, evaluate project management tools, and optimize quality and lean practices. This comprehensive program equips learners with practical skills to manage the end-to-end production and operations cycle. From understanding job, batch, and flow production systems to applying advanced tools like Material Requirements Planning (MRP), PERT, and CPM, participants gain hands-on knowledge to solve real-world operational challenges. Through structured modules, learners will explore strategic facility decisions, effective inventory management, scheduling essentials, project control techniques, Total Quality Management (TQM), Just in Time (JIT), and the role of robotics in modern operations. What makes this course unique is its modular design combining theory with practice, actionable case-based examples, and emphasis on decision-making using proven industry models. Learners will benefit by developing critical analytical and problem-solving skills, preparing them to excel in manufacturing, supply chain, and operations management roles across industries.

What you will learn

  • Apply MRP, PERT, and CPM in production planning.
  • Evaluate inventory, scheduling, and quality models.
  • Optimize operations using TQM, JIT, and Lean tools.