Learning Outcomes

Understanding Lean Manufacturing

Waste Identification and Elimination

Continuous Improvement Techniques

Lean Tools and Techniques

Lesson Summary

This module will introduce you to Lean thinking, the historical evolution of Lean manufacturing, waste identification and elimination such as 5S methodology, and value stream mapping. Then you learn about continuous improvement techniques such as Kaizen philosophy and practices, and Lean tools and techniques such as Poka-Yoke (Mistake-Proofing).

Lean Culture and Leadership

Value Stream Optimization

Lean in Service and Office Environments

Topics you will learn in this module include Lean culture and leadership, leadership's role in Lean transformation, Lean leadership behaviours,
 value stream optimization, bottleneck identification, and resolution, Lean in service and office environments, applying Lean principles to services, and Lean thinking beyond manufacturing.

Lean Manufacturing - Principles and Implementation - Assessment

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Lean Manufacturing - Principles and Implementation

Lean manufacturing is a core process with principles that enhance productivity through minimizing waste while increasing efficiency. This course explores various lean principles, tools, and implementations to assist organisations in enhancing their operational efficiency, meeting the needs of their customers, and maintaining a competitive edge. Sign up and learn how to practice lean manufacturing techniques in organisations.

Introduction

Working From Home as a Remote Manager

Remote Working as a Remote Manager Who CARES

Virtual Meetings for the Remote Manager

Mental Health and Work Life Balance for the Remote Manager

Leading a Team as a Remote Manager

Managing Individuals Remotely

This module will teach you about working from home as a manager. You will explore practical tips on working from home and understand how to be a manager who CARES. The basic principles of holding a virtual meeting, differences between virtual and physical meetings, and some mental health challenges in remote working, will also be outlined.

Remote Team Management and Leadership - Course Assessment

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Remote Team Management and Leadership

Have you transitioned to a 'work from home' culture and would like to improve your skills as a remote team manager? This free online course will teach you the best practices for working remotely from home and managing teams. You will learn how to hold meaningful virtual meetings and manage the personal differences of a remote team. Explore how to deal with inclusivity, employee productivity and mental health challenges from afar. Enrol today!

Introduction to Certified Accident Prevention Specialist

Unsafe Acts, Near Misses, and Accidents

Construction Sites, Responsibilities and Training

Distractions, Discipline and Small Things Cause Accidents

Safety, Hierarchy of Measures and Behavioral Change

In this module, you will review the Certified Accident Prevention Specialist Program in the workplace. This program includes topics on types of accidents, unsafe acts, near misses, safety responsibilities, and construction sites. You will also examine incident reporting, distractions, the hierarchy of protective measures, and behavioral change.

Certified Accident Prevention Specialist - Course Assessment

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Certified Accident Prevention Specialist

Are you ready to transform your workplace into a haven of safety? Enroll in our Certified Accident Prevention Specialist course and discover the importance of a safe work environment. Learn to differentiate between short-term and long-term accidents, minimize risks, and understand the roles of employees, supervisors, and management. Master behavioral change, ergonomic safety, and protective measures to foster a culture of well-being at work.

Understanding Total Quality Management

Preparing for TQM Deployment or implementation

The Role of Stakeholders in TQM

Quality Tools and Techniques

TQM Systems and Frameworks

Process Management and Improvement

Implementing and Managing TQM Deployment

Performance Monitoring and Measurement

Sustaining Quality Improvements

Mastering Total Quality Management - Assessment

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Mastering Total Quality Management

Implementing and sustaining Total Quality Management (TQM) is a proven way to enhance organizational productivity. This course introduces key tools and techniques to prepare and ensure the smooth adoption and integration of TQM practices. This course was reviewed and approved by qualified subject matter expert Yogesh Malani, a quality assurance head. Enrol today and begin your journey toward achieving higher productivity and consistent quality.

Improving Workplace Productivity

Productive Organizational Skills

Productive Communication Skills

In this module, you will learn the importance of workplace organization, how to measure productivity, and some useful tools and habits to improve workplace productivity. You will also learn about effective listening and the importance of communication strategies when project managing.

Time Management

Conflict Management

Managing Stress and Anxiety

In this module, you will learn some effective time management tips to improve productivity and manage deadlines, as well as conflict resolution and anger management techniques, as well as strategies for dealing with stress, anxiety, and nervousness in the workplace.

Team Productivity and Manager Wellbeing - Assessment

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Team Productivity and Manager Wellbeing

We designed this course on workplace productivity to arm you with the knowledge and skills required to maintain a balanced work profile and reputation and help you manage the workplace effectively. We teach you how to measure productivity and provide you with valuable tools and habits to improve it in your workplace. In addition, discover some effective listening and communication skills and manage stress and anxiety constructively.

Job Analysis

Benefits and Limitations of Job Design

Performance Evaluation

In this module, you are going to understand the features and purpose of a job analysis. You will learn how to differentiate between job descriptions and job specifications. The module will also teach you about the purpose and uses of performance evaluation as well as the processes and methods of performance appraisal.

Job Evaluation

Employee Training

Employee Training Process

Effective Training Programme

Job evaluation categorizes all jobs with reference to their main features so that the relative grade of each job in terms of work value may be ascertained. In this module, you are going to learn about the benefits, methods, and limitations of job evaluation. This module will also enlighten you on the importance of effective employee training.

Talent Management and Development

Advance Talent Management and Development Practice

Succession Planning and Career Management

In this module, you are going to learn strategies you can adopt to retain your employees after investing massively in training programmes to bring out their potential. The module will teach you how to develop your retention management plan. Also, you will learn about succession planning, career management, stages and strategies.

Diploma in Talent Development and Management - Course Assessment

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Diploma in Talent Development and Management

Are you a human resource professional or a line manager looking for innovative ways of getting the best out of your team? Do you have the requisite skills and knowledge to retain employees within your organisation? In this diploma course on talent development and management, you will learn how to obtain and keep the best employee for the right job while investing in their training and development for the organisation's overall growth.

Introduction to Operations Management - Part 1

Introduction to Operations Management - Part 2

Introduction to Operations Management - Part 3

The module begins by introducing forecasting and describes why it is critical to the management of all functional areas within an organization. For example, marketing relies on forecasting to predict demand and future sales, and human resources forecasts future hiring requirements.

Forecasting Methods - Part 1

Forecasting Methods - Part 2

You will then learn about forecasting methods such as time series forecasting. Time series models assume that information needed to generate a forecast is contained in a time series of data and that the future will follow the same patterns as the past.

Introduction to Aggregate Planning

Aggregate Planning - Tabular Method and Linear Programming Part 1

Aggregate Planning - Tabular Method and Linear Programming Part 2

The module begins by introducing the concept of aggregate planning and its use in medium term planning in businesses. You will be introduced to aggregate planning methodologies such as the tabular method and linear programming.

Aggregate Planning - Transportation model Part 1

Aggregate Planning - Transportation model Part 2

The course also introduces the linear programming technique and a special type of linear programming known as the Transportation Model, which can be used to obtain aggregate plans that would allow balanced capacity and demand and the minimization of costs.

Diploma in Applied Operations Management - First Assessment

You must score 80% or more to pass this assessment.

Introduction to Line Balancing

Line Balancing - Part 1

Line Balancing - Part 2

Line balancing - Part 3

The module begins by introducing the concept of line balancing and explains terminology associated with it, such as tasks, task precedence, task times and cycle time. You will also learn about heuristics for working out line balancing problems in lean production, and about cycle time, the maximum time allowed at each workstation before the work moves on.

Layout Problem - Part 1

Layout Problem - Part 2

The module introduces the qualitative factors, such as raw materials, transport, and customer demand in determining the location of facilities. You will then learn about quantitative methods, such as the p-median model, which is used to model many real world situations, such as the location of public or industrial facilities, warehouses and other facilities.

Introduction to Inventory Models - Part 1

Introduction to Inventory Models - Part 2

Introduction to Inventory Models - Part 3

The module begins by introducing the basics of inventory management and introduces concepts such as deterministic demand and probabilistic demand, type of costs such as cost of item, order cost, and holding or carrying cost.

Inventory Models - Part 1

Inventory Models - Part 2

Inventory Models - Part 3

Inventory Models - Part 4

Inventory Models - Part 5

Several models are available to help determine how much inventory should be brought in to restock the products or parts, and you will be introduced to inventory models such as the single period inventory model, the multi-period inventory model and the economic order quantity (EOQ) model. These models are explained in detail using worked examples.

Diploma in Applied Operations Management - Second Assessment

Diploma in Applied Operations Management - Final Assessment

Learn how to practically apply professional operations management skills with this applied operations management course.

Diploma in Applied Operations Management

This free online Applied Operations Management course will introduce you to the practical applications of the main theories that underpin operations management. By the end of the course, you will have learned why virtually all operations management decisions are based on a forecast of the future, and how forecasts drive strategic operations decisions such as competitive priorities, changes in processes, and large technology purchases.

Purpose and Scope of Management

Roles and Functions of Management

This module presents the introductory section of the course snd introduces you to the Principles of Management. It defines what a manager's expected roles, purpose and functions are.

Principles of Management

Scientific Management

Evolution of Management Thought

This module presents the basic principles and foundations that Management is built on. It explains how the thoughts of Management and Principles of Management have evolved over the years to increase an organization's efficiency and productivity.

An Introduction to the Principles of Management- Course Assessment

In this free online course, learn about the fundamental skills and functions of Management Principles.

An Introduction to the Principles of Management

This free online course, An Introduction to the Principles of Management, is a fundamental course that aims to acquaint you to the topics of Scientific Management and Functions of Management. You will learn to recognize the qualities of proper management by distinguishing what successful managers do and how they go about it. If you have a team of employees that you supervise, you will be required to practice the Principles of Management.

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