Operations Management

This course introduces concepts related to management of operations (manufacture, service firms). Determination of size, type of production process, raw materials purchase, planning and scheduling the flow of materials, inventory management, product quality management and aspects related to hardware production. Insight to strategic, tactical skills during managing operations are also explained. The course also aims to cover topics like process analysis, workforce issues, materials management, quality and productivity, strategic planning, technology etc. with analytical techniques. Additionally, the course helps students to develop their problem-solving competencies, analyse complex questions in operations management, to structure and develop solution alternatives.

The following course/module was developed at the TU Bergakademie Freiberg.

Learning outcomes / Competencies:

• Develop Management Skills: Acquire a subjective based knowledge, enabling students to focus on offers valuable insights and practical tools to develop management skills, equipping learners with strategies for effective decision-making and optimizing operational processes in organizations. 

• Understanding Production Process: Provide a comprehensive understanding of production processes, covering topics such as process analysis, capacity planning, and lean production methodologies to streamline operations and enhance efficiency.

• Establishing Strategic & Tactical Concepts: Delves into strategic and tactical concepts, equipping learners with the knowledge and skills needed to develop effective strategies and implement operational initiatives for optimal business performance and long-term success.

• Using Analytical Techniques: Emphasizes the use of analytical techniques to enable learners to systematically analyze and solve operational challenges, optimizing processes, and making data-driven decisions for organizational improvement and efficiency.

• Optimization Complex Management Alternatives: Explore the involvement and application of concepts focusing on developing strategies to optimize complex management alternatives, equipping learners with the skills to evaluate and implement the most efficient and effective operational solutions.