Operations Management

Module Description

In this unit learners will gain knowledge on the importance and benefits of operations management. Learners will become familiar with the main operations function and managing processes. In this course learners will understand the product design and services and how to examine operations management performance objectives. In addition, learners will gain basic knowledge on the operations model, layout and flow. Learners will be introduced to the nature of planning and control; capacity planning and control; inventory planning and control; and the supply chain and control.

Entry Requirements

Candidates who apply for this course must possess: 

• a qualification at MQF Level 4 (one ‘A’ Level or equivalent in any subject)  

 AND 

• a pass in English* and Mathematics at MQF Level 3 (‘O’ Level or equivalent).   

Preference is given to applicants having a year of work experience related to the field of study. 

*Students whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate evidence of an adequate level of English proficiency.  

Target Audience

This course is targeted at people who wish to have a thorough background in management in order to progress further in their careers, such as: 

• supervisors 
• coordinators  
• assistant managers  
• junior managers 
• middle managers  
• project coordinators/project managers  

The target group can also be extended to groups that have significant management experience but lack a formal qualification, such as managing directors and officers. 

Career Paths

The programme aims to help you progress from first–level supervisory positions to higher managerial roles.  

How you’ll be assessed

This is a part-time course that will typically take 42 months to complete. The programme consists of a total of 24 modules. The method of assessment is assignment-based.  

The course comprises: 

• 6 lectures per module (twice a week); 
• 3–hour lectures (evening); 
• 12 hours of online content per module, comprising asynchronous online discussions, tutorials and/or videos.