Operations Management (N1078)
15 credits, Level 5
Spring teaching
This module provides you with an understanding of how the fundamental principles of operations management can support the improvement of management performance in both public and private organisations. During the module, you will apply these principles to both manufacturing and service operations.
You will gain an understanding of the systemic and interactive nature of operations management problems and their relationship to the external environment. In addition, the module will allow you to develop quantitative and qualitative analytical skills, through guided problem-based activities and case study analysis.
The content of the module covers:
- Operations strategy
- Designing operations
- Organisation design
- Planning and control
- Lean operations
- Project management
- Managing quality and continous process/product improvement
- Managing the supply chain and future direction of travel for operations management.