By the end of this course, learners will be able to define core production concepts, differentiate product and process types, apply inventory and scheduling models, analyze break-even decisions, evaluate project management tools, and optimize quality and lean practices.

Production & Operations: Apply, Analyze & Optimize
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What you'll learn
Apply MRP, PERT, and CPM in production planning.
Evaluate inventory, scheduling, and quality models.
Optimize operations using TQM, JIT, and Lean tools.
Skills you'll gain
- Production Management
- Materials Management
- Scheduling
- Inventory and Warehousing
- Lean Manufacturing
- Manufacturing Operations
- Operational Efficiency
- Material Requirements Planning
- Production Schedule
- Business Operations
- Quality Monitoring
- Inventory Control
- Production Line
- Operations Management
- Operations
- Inventory Management
- Production Planning
- Quality Control
- Production Process
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Reviewed on May 16, 2026
The course provides a clear understanding of production planning, inventory management, and operational strategies.
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026
Overall, a valuable course for learning how to apply, analyze, and optimize production and operations effectively.
Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026
Key topics such as process planning, capacity management, and productivity are explained in a structured way.





