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.
This module introduces the fundamentals of production management, product types, production systems, and facility-related decisions to build a strong foundation in operations.
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12 Videos•Insgesamt 93 Minuten
Introduction•6 Minuten
Types of Products•5 Minuten
Role of Production Management in an organisation•8 Minuten
Job, Batch & Flow Production•11 Minuten
Assembly Lines, Intermittent Production & Process Plants•7 Minuten
Introduction to Locational Planning•11 Minuten
Important factors in locational planning•8 Minuten
Important factors in locational planning continued•7 Minuten
More on Locational Planning•9 Minuten
Locational Planning in details•5 Minuten
Plant Layout•10 Minuten
Material Identification•6 Minuten
4 Aufgaben•Insgesamt 60 Minuten
Graded - Foundations of Production & Operations•30 Minuten
Getting Started with Production•10 Minuten
Production Systems in Action•10 Minuten
Strategic Facility Decisions•10 Minuten
Managing Resources & Materials
Modul 2•2 Stunden abzuschließen
Moduldetails
This module explores the role of stores management, inventory control models, and material planning techniques for effective resource utilization.
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