Module #1 Introduction to Advanced Operations Management Overview of operations management, importance of advanced skills, and course objectives
Module #2 Operations Strategy and Competitiveness Understanding operations strategy, competitive priorities, and aligning operations with business objectives
Module #3 Advanced Supply Chain Management Designing and optimizing supply chains, managing risks, and ensuring resilience
Module #4 Operations Analytics and Data-Driven Decision Making Using data analytics, data mining, and machine learning to inform operations decisions
Module #5 Process Mapping and Design Identifying and improving process inefficiencies, streamlining workflows, and design for effectiveness
Module #6 Lean Operations and Waste Reduction Implementing lean principles, identifying and eliminating waste, and improving process flow
Module #7 Six Sigma and Quality Management Understanding Six Sigma methodology, DMAIC framework, and quality management principles
Module #8 Capacity Planning and Bottleneck Management Forecasting demand, managing capacity, and optimizing resource allocation
Module #9 Inventory Management and Control Strategies for managing inventory, optimizing stock levels, and reducing inventory costs
Module #10 Scheduling and Timetabling Scheduling principles, timetabling techniques, and resource allocation optimization
Module #11 Advanced Project Management Project planning, risk management, and resource allocation strategies for operations projects
Module #12 Change Management and Organizational Development Managing change, organizational design, and culture development for operations improvement
Module #13 Sustainability and Environmental Management Operations strategy for sustainability, environmental impact reduction, and green operations
Module #14 Risk Management and Business Continuity Identifying and mitigating operational risks, and developing business continuity plans
Module #15 Collaborative Planning and Forecasting Collaborative approaches to planning and forecasting, including CPFR and VMI
Module #16 Operations Technology and Automation Automation, robotics, and technology-enabled operations improvements
Module #17 Global Operations Management Challenges and opportunities in managing global operations, including outsourcing and offshoring
Module #18 Service Operations Management Designing and delivering services, managing service quality, and improving service performance
Module #19 Operations Performance Measurement and Metrics Designing and using performance metrics, dashboards, and scorecards for operations improvement
Module #20 Supply Chain Risk Management Identifying and mitigating supply chain risks, and developing resilience strategies
Module #21 Advanced Logistics and Transportation Management Optimizing logistics and transportation operations, including warehouse management and freight transportation
Module #22 Operations Management in Emerging Markets Challenges and opportunities in managing operations in emerging markets
Module #23 Big Data and Analytics in Operations Applying big data and analytics to improve operations decision making and performance
Module #24 Blockchain and Operations Management Applications of blockchain technology in operations management, including supply chain management and provenance tracking
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Advanced Operations Management Skills career
