1. Introduction to Operations Management: An overview of operations management principles and concepts, including process analysis, capacity planning, quality management, and productivity improvement.
2. Supply Chain Management: An in-depth exploration of supply chain strategies, demand forecasting, inventory management, supplier relationship management, and logistics.
3. Operations Planning and Control: Focuses on topics such as production planning, scheduling, inventory control, project management, and lean operations.
4. Procurement and Supplier Management: Covers procurement strategies, supplier selection and evaluation, negotiation techniques, contract management, and ethical considerations in procurement.
5. Quality Management: Explores quality control principles, statistical process control, total quality management (TQM), Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
6. Transportation and Distribution: Addresses transportation modes, freight management, route optimization, warehousing and distribution strategies, and the role of technology in logistics.
7. Operations Analytics: Covers the use of data analysis techniques and tools to make informed decisions in operations management, including forecasting, data visualization, and performance measurement.
8. Sustainable Operations: Focuses on incorporating sustainability principles into operations and supply chain management, including environmental considerations, social responsibility, and ethical practices.
9. Operations Strategy: Explores the development and implementation of operations strategies aligned with overall business objectives, competitive advantage, and market dynamics.
10. Project Management: Introduces project management principles and techniques, including project planning, scheduling, resource allocation, risk management, and project evaluation.
11. Business Communication and Professional Skills: Enhances communication and professional skills necessary for effective operations and supply chain management, including teamwork, leadership, presentation skills, and business etiquette.