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The course on Operations and Production Management introduces fundamental concepts and techniques for efficiently producing and delivering goods and services. Students will learn about operations strategy, process selection, supply chain management, quality management, and sustainability. The course includes lectures, case studies, group projects, and assessments such as quizzes and exams.

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The course on Operations and Production Management introduces fundamental concepts and techniques for efficiently producing and delivering goods and services. Students will learn about operations strategy, process selection, supply chain management, quality management, and sustainability. The course includes lectures, case studies, group projects, and assessments such as quizzes and exams.

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Course Specifications

Course Title: Operations and Production Management


Course Description:

This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts and techniques used in
operations and production management. It covers the basics of how goods and services are
produced and delivered efficiently, with a focus on optimizing resources and processes to meet
organizational goals.

Course Objectives:

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

1. Understand the role of operations and production management in organizations.


2. Identify key processes involved in the production of goods and services.
3. Apply basic tools and techniques to improve operational efficiency.
4. Analyze and solve simple operational problems using relevant concepts.
5. Understand the importance of quality management and continuous improvement.

Course Content:

1. Introduction to Operations and Production Management


o Definition and scope
o Historical development
o Role in business strategy
2. Operations Strategy
o Aligning operations with business objectives
o Competitive priorities in operations
3. Product and Service Design
o Designing products and services
o Impact of design on operations
4. Process Selection and Facility Layout
o Types of processes (e.g., job shop, batch, continuous)
o Basic principles of facility layout
5. Supply Chain Management
o Introduction to supply chains
o Managing supply chain relationships
6. Inventory Management
o Basic inventory concepts
o Techniques for managing inventory
7. Quality Management
o Importance of quality in operations
o Introduction to Total Quality Management (TQM)
8. Lean Production and Six Sigma
o Overview of lean principles
o Basics of Six Sigma methodology
9. Project Management
o Introduction to project management in operations
o Basic tools and techniques (e.g., Gantt charts, CPM, PERT)
10. Sustainability in Operations
o Importance of sustainability in operations
o Strategies for sustainable production

Teaching Methods:

 Lectures and discussions


 Case studies and real-world examples
 Group projects and presentations
 Hands-on activities and simulations

Assessment Methods:

 Quizzes and exams


 Assignments and case study analyses
 Group projects
 Participation and class discussions

Recommended Textbook:

 "Operations Management: An Integrated Approach" by Danny Samson & Prakash J.


Singh

This outline provides a simple yet comprehensive introduction to Operations and Production
Management for beginners.

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