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.

Production & Operations: Apply, Analyze & Optimize

Production & Operations: Apply, Analyze & Optimize

Instructor: EDUCBA
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What you'll learn
Apply MRP, PERT, and CPM in production planning.
Evaluate inventory, scheduling, and quality models.
Optimize operations using TQM, JIT, and Lean tools.
Skills you'll gain
- Process Analysis
- Project Management
- Operations Management
- Production Schedule
- Manufacturing Operations
- Capacity Planning
- Production Process
- Scheduling
- Quality Control
- Inventory Control
- Production Planning
- Production Management
- Project Schedules
- Business Operations
- Operational Efficiency
- Statistical Process Controls
- Quality Management
- Lean Manufacturing
- Material Requirements Planning
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Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026
More numerical problems or case studies would add depth.
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
This course clearly explains production and operations concepts in simple language
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026
Overall, a valuable course for learning how to apply, analyze, and optimize production and operations effectively.
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