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Operations Management Courses

Operations management courses can help you learn process optimization, supply chain management, inventory control, and quality assurance. You can build skills in resource allocation, project scheduling, and performance measurement. Many courses introduce tools like Six Sigma, Lean methodologies, and software for managing logistics and production workflows, showing how these skills can enhance efficiency and effectiveness in various operational contexts.


Popular Operations Management Courses and Certifications


  • E

    EDUCBA

    Master Quality Management: Apply SPC, Six Sigma & Lean

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Process Controls, Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Methodologies, Quality Management, Quality Improvement, Lean Six Sigma, Quality Monitoring, Kaizen Methodology, Quality Management Systems, Quality Control, Brainstorming, Benchmarking, Process Improvement, Run Chart, Continuous Improvement Process, Pareto Chart, Root Cause Analysis

    ★ 4.6 (28) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Mastering Logistics & Supply Chain Management

    Skills you'll gain: Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Supply Chain, Logistics, Supply Chain Systems, Supply Chain Management, Logistics Management, Supply Chain Planning, Supply Management, Supplier Performance Management, Performance Measurement, Materials Management, Transportation Management, Transportation Operations, Operational Efficiency, Operations Management, Inventory and Warehousing, Supplier Management, Business Operations, Operations, Sustainable Business

    ★ 4.6 (38) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Columbia University

    Financial Engineering and Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Derivatives, Financial Market, Securities (Finance), Investment Management, Portfolio Risk, Asset Management, Credit Risk, Mortgage Loans, Mathematical Modeling, Investments, Applied Mathematics, Risk Modeling, Estimation, Capital Markets, Futures Exchange, Financial Modeling, Regression Analysis, Market Liquidity, Statistical Methods

    ★ 4.6 (424) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Accounting Operations & Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Cash Flow Forecasting, Variance Analysis, Bookkeeping, Reconciliation, QuickBooks (Accounting Software), Invoicing, Cash Flows, Financial Analysis, Auditing, Process Optimization, Document Management, Microsoft Excel, Data Transformation, Financial Reporting, Compliance Reporting, Compliance Management, AI Enablement, Automation, Data Validation, Process Engineering

    ★ 3.5 (22) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Procurement & Sourcing Operations

    Skills you'll gain: Request for Proposal, Request For Quotation (RFQ), Strategic Sourcing, Document Management, Supplier Management, Purchasing, Procurement, Business Writing, Cost Benefit Analysis, Vendor Management, Business Communication, Market Research, Cost Management, Risk Analysis, Spreadsheet Software, Workflow Management, Financial Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Contract Compliance, Data Analysis

    ★ 4.7 (12) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Human Resource Management: HR for People Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Management, Performance Appraisal, Performance Review, Compensation Management, Compensation Strategy, Compensation and Benefits, Constructive Feedback, Workforce Planning, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Employee Performance Management, Employee Onboarding, Human Resources Management and Planning, Recruitment, Recruitment Strategies, Human Capital, Talent Acquisition, Management Training And Development, Human Resource Policies, Performance Measurement

    ★ 4.8 (16K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Master Earned Value Management: Analyze, Forecast & Control

    Skills you'll gain: Earned Value Management, Project Performance, Cost Management, Project Controls, Variance Analysis, Budget Management, Performance Metric, Project Estimation, Cost Estimation, Cost Control, Performance Analysis, Analysis, Forecasting, Performance Measurement, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Issue Tracking

    ★ 4.9 (12) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Microsoft

    Advanced Customer Relationship Management

    Skills you'll gain: Proposal Development, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Sales Presentations, Relationship Management, Loyalty Programs, Relationship Building

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Project Controls, Project Documentation, Business Analysis Tools, Stakeholder Communications, Project Coordination, Requirements Management, Earned Value Management, Project Performance, Team Oriented, Plan Execution, Risk Management, Acceptance Testing, Product Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Leadership Studies, Kanban Principles, Waterfall Methodology, Team Leadership, Communication Planning

    ★ 4.6 (84) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Modern Security Operations

    Skills you'll gain: DevSecOps, Security Strategy, Security Management, Continuous Monitoring, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Attacks, Threat Management, DevOps, Security Engineering, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Assessment, Incident Response, Site Reliability Engineering, Digital Transformation, Agile Methodology, Automation, Critical Thinking

    ★ 4.3 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Corporate Finance Institute

    Introduction to Financial Planning and Wealth Management

    Skills you'll gain: Wealth Management, Financial Services, Financial Planning, Financial Sales, Investment Management, Compensation Management, Banking, Portfolio Management, Asset Management, Market Intelligence, Client Services, Estate Planning

    ★ 4.6 (48) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Create a Project Management Tracker using Google Sheets

    Skills you'll gain: Google Sheets, Collaborative Software, Productivity Software, Organizational Skills, Spreadsheet Software, Project Management Software, Data Management, Project Management, Data Visualization, Presentations, Business

    ★ 4.6 (295) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular operations management courses

  • Master Quality Management: Apply SPC, Six Sigma & Lean: EDUCBA
  • Mastering Logistics & Supply Chain Management: EDUCBA
  • Financial Engineering and Risk Management: Columbia University
  • Accounting Operations & Automation: Coursera
  • Procurement & Sourcing Operations: Coursera
  • Human Resource Management: HR for People Managers: University of Minnesota
  • Master Earned Value Management: Analyze, Forecast & Control: EDUCBA
  • Advanced Customer Relationship Management: Microsoft
  • Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM): Packt
  • Modern Security Operations: Google Cloud

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