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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


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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Strategic Leadership and Management

    Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Organizational Change, Business Strategies, Corporate Strategy, Business Planning, Organizational Structure, Safety Culture, Strategic Leadership, Negotiation, Strategic Thinking, Drive Engagement, Organizational Leadership, Conflict Management, Organizational Strategy, Stakeholder Management, Business Ethics, Strategic Planning, Change Management, Leadership Development, Leadership

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    International Security Management

    Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Threat Management, Intelligence Collection and Analysis, International Relations, Public Safety and National Security, Security Awareness, Safety and Security, Risk Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Governance, Cultural Diversity, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies

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    Emory University

    Management Consulting

    Skills you'll gain: Data Cleansing, Presentations, Consulting, Data Visualization, Microsoft PowerPoint, Management Consulting, Executive Presence, Excel Formulas, Benchmarking, Microsoft Excel, Business Consulting, Proposal Writing, Storytelling, Data Storytelling, Analytical Skills, Proposal Development, Oral Expression, Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma Methodology, Problem Solving

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google

    Google People Management Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Management Training And Development, Team Leadership, Team Performance Management, Goal-Oriented, Employee Coaching, Performance Management, Constructive Feedback, People Development, Goal Setting, Performance Appraisal, Delegation Skills, Drive Engagement, Culture Transformation, Discussion Facilitation, Internal Communications, Relationship Management, Resource Management, Empowerment, AI Enablement, Communication

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research

    Marketing Management

    Skills you'll gain: Product Strategy, Branding, Marketing Management, Product Lining, Marketing Planning, Target Market, Consumer Behaviour, Product Lifecycle Management, Strategic Marketing, Brand Strategy, Brand Management, Brand Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Product Planning, Product Management, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Marketing Communications, Marketing Effectiveness, Market Opportunities, Target Audience

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Università Bocconi

    Food & Beverage Management

    Skills you'll gain: Food and Beverage, Product Quality (QA/QC), Global Marketing, Market Dynamics, Business Strategy, Consumer Behaviour, Wholesaling, Value Propositions, Competitive Analysis, Competitive Intelligence, Brand Management, Growth Strategies, Marketing

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Program Management Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Program Management, Return On Investment, Project Portfolio Management, Organizational Strategy, Program Implementation, Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Benefits Administration

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Google Stakeholder Management

    Skills you'll gain: Communication Planning, Stakeholder Analysis, Project Documentation, Stakeholder Management, Team Leadership, Team Management, Team Performance Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Document Management, Team Collaboration, Collaboration, People Management, Stakeholder Communications, Team Building, Project Management, Communication Strategies, Accountability, Project Coordination, Delegation Skills, Project Planning

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Geneva

    Portfolio and Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Risk Management, Portfolio Risk, Investment Management, Risk Analysis, Investments, Risk Modeling, Asset Management, Wealth Management, Risk Appetite, Financial Market, Correlation Analysis, Variance Analysis

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Foundations of Project Management

    Skills you'll gain: Project Management Life Cycle, Change Management, Project Management, Organizational Change, Organizational Structure, Generative AI Agents, Program Management, Project Planning, Strategic Thinking

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    L&T EduTech

    Project Management in Construction

    Skills you'll gain: Scope Management, Stakeholder Management, Project Schedules, Environment Health And Safety, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Scoping, Earned Value Management, Feasibility Studies, Risk Analysis, Quality Management, Communication Planning, Procurement, Stakeholder Engagement, Cost Estimation, Scheduling, Cost Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Contract Management, Communication Strategies, Risk Management

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Conflict Management

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Mediation, Negotiation, Communication Strategies, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Responsiveness, Verbal Communication Skills, Verbal Strategic Communication, Strategic Communication, Diversity Awareness, Active Listening, Communication Planning, Cultural Sensitivity, Case Studies, Stakeholder Management, Positivity, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Employee Engagement

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Strategic Leadership and Management: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • International Security Management: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Management Consulting: Emory University
  • Google People Management Essentials: Google
  • Marketing Management: S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research
  • Food & Beverage Management: Università Bocconi
  • Program Management Fundamentals: Microsoft
  • Google Stakeholder Management: Google
  • Portfolio and Risk Management: University of Geneva
  • Foundations of Project Management: Google

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Project Management (11)
Supply Chain (10)
Decision-making (9)

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