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Operations Management Courses

Operations management courses can help you learn process optimization, supply chain management, inventory control, and quality assurance. You can build skills in resource allocation, project scheduling, and performance measurement. Many courses introduce tools like Six Sigma, Lean methodologies, and software for managing logistics and production workflows, showing how these skills can enhance efficiency and effectiveness in various operational contexts.


Popular Operations Management Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Entrepreneurship II: Preparing for Launch

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Business Planning, Entrepreneurial Finance, Go To Market Strategy, New Product Development, Financial Forecasting, Business Development, Business Strategy, Growth Strategies, Financial Modeling, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Customer Acquisition Management, Financial Planning, Presentations, Team Management, Business Metrics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    766 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University at Buffalo

    Advanced Manufacturing Enterprise

    Skills you'll gain: Product Lifecycle Management, Performance Measurement, Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain Management, Enterprise Resource Planning, Material Requirements Planning, Production Management, Data Integration, Business Process Management, Digital Transformation, Data Security, Internet Of Things, Data Management, Decision Making

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    643 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • B

    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Diseño y Gestión de Proyectos de Desarrollo

    Skills you'll gain: Project Risk Management, Risk Management, Project Design, Work Breakdown Structure, Risk Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Case Studies, Cost Management, Earned Value Management, Project Scoping, Project Schedules, Project Management, Project Closure, Sustainable Development, Program Evaluation, Scope Management, Communication Planning, Procurement, Budget Management, Continuous Monitoring

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    629 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University at Buffalo

    Data-Driven Process Improvement

    Skills you'll gain: Process Mapping, Data Collection, Process Improvement, Business Process, Process Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Performance Measurement, Data Validation, Business Process Modeling, Business Analytics, Operational Performance Management, Gap Analysis, Organizational Strategy, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Internet Of Things, Data Integrity

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    252 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    The University of Melbourne

    Corporate Financial Decision-Making for Value Creation

    Skills you'll gain: Corporate Finance, Financial Management, Derivatives, Financial Modeling, Mergers & Acquisitions, Capital Budgeting, Business Valuation, Risk Management, Financial Analysis, Equities, Investments, Return On Investment, Capital Markets, Cash Flows

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    532 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    Infosec

    Computer Forensics

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, File Systems, Microsoft Windows, Cybersecurity, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Information Systems Security, File Management, Operating Systems, Data Structures, General Networking, Data Validation, Record Keeping, Data Integrity, Data Storage, Data Analysis Software, User Accounts, USB, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Encryption

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    345 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Art of Visual Storytelling

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe Premiere, Video Production, Videography, Post-Production, Video Editing, Storyboarding, Storytelling, Cinematography, Adobe Creative Cloud, Media Production, Editing, Writing, Graphic and Visual Design, Scripting, Multimedia, Timelines, File Management, Creativity, Quality Assurance

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    137 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    A

    Multiple educators

    Real-World AI for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, AI Product Strategy, Independent Thinking, Productivity Software, Generative AI, AI Personalization, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Responsible AI, Business Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Productivity, Operational Efficiency, Administration, Business Operations, Planning, Project Planning, Business Planning, Project Management, Business Administration, Business

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    33 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    SkillUp

    The Product Owner Profession:  Unleashing the Power of Scrum

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Product Development, Sprint Planning, Product Management, Product Roadmaps, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, User Story, Product Strategy, Sprint Retrospectives, Backlogs, Project Management, Stakeholder Communications, Stakeholder Engagement

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    165 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Writing and Editing: Drafting

    Skills you'll gain: Editing, Writing, Planning, Brainstorming, Time Management, Overcoming Obstacles, Productivity, Creativity, Growth Mindedness, Learning Strategies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    373 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Amazon

    Data Structures and Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: JUnit, Test Driven Development (TDD), Version Control, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Performance Tuning, Unit Testing, Data Structures, Java Programming, Algorithms, Software Testing, Java, Computer Programming, Software Development, Scalability

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
    ·
    58 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Empresas Familiares

    Skills you'll gain: Value Propositions, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Ideation, Market Opportunities, New Product Development, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Business Leadership, Business Modeling, Leadership and Management, Governance, Strategic Leadership, Corporate Strategy, Business Strategy, Leadership Development, Succession Planning, Lean Methodologies, Growth Strategies, Business Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    252 reviews

    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular operations management courses

  • Entrepreneurship II: Preparing for Launch: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Advanced Manufacturing Enterprise: University at Buffalo
  • Diseño y Gestión de Proyectos de Desarrollo: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Data-Driven Process Improvement: University at Buffalo
  • Corporate Financial Decision-Making for Value Creation: The University of Melbourne
  • Computer Forensics: Infosec
  • The Art of Visual Storytelling: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Real-World AI for Everyone: Advancing Women in Tech
  • The Product Owner Profession:  Unleashing the Power of Scrum: SkillUp
  • Writing and Editing: Drafting: University of Michigan

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