Production and Operations Management

Catalog description

This introductory course explains the theories and analytical techniques about how manufacturing and service operations create value through operations management function. High-performing, world-class organizations have demonstrated that they execute not only efficient but also socially responsible operations management practices. This operations management course covers some of these practices: process management, operations strategy, project management, quality management, lean operations, global supply chains, sustainability, forecasting and inventory management. Prerequisite: STAT 145 ; MTH 160 , MTH 175 or MTH 207 ; admission to business. Offered Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer.