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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.


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Popular Operations Management Courses and Certifications


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    Microsoft

    GitHub Copilot for Project Management

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Visual Studio, GitHub, Code Review, Program Development, Software Documentation, AI Enablement, Maintainability, Computer Programming Tools, Test Automation, Web Development Tools, Prompt Engineering, Development Testing, Debugging

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Nursing Leadership: Financial Management and Budgeting

    Skills you'll gain: Nursing Administration, Financial Reporting, Budget Management, Variance Analysis, Financial Statements, Forecasting, Nursing Management, Financial Acumen, Financial Management, Budgeting, Operating Budget, Cost Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Return On Investment

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Issues in Supply Chain Management

    Skills you'll gain: Food and Beverage, Supply Chain, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Systems, Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue, International Relations, Economics, Market Dynamics, Supply And Demand, Technology Solutions, Regulatory Requirements

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Essentials of Management and Strategic Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Organizational Leadership, Business Planning, Accountability, Business Management, Leadership and Management, Management Training And Development, Team Leadership, Business Leadership, Strategic Planning, Business, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Corporate Strategy, Leadership Development, Business Administration, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Employee Coaching, People Development

    4.7
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    397 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Global Impact: Cross-Cultural Management

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Teams, Cultural Sensitivity, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Team Management, Teamwork, Negotiation, Communication Strategies, Leadership and Management, Diversity Awareness, Conflict Management, Business Leadership, Leadership, Communication, Non-Verbal Communication

    Build toward a degree

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    Lecturio

    Leadership and Management in Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Nursing Management, Delegation Skills, Nursing Administration, Care Coordination, Patient Communication, Conflict Management, Patient Advocacy, Nursing Practices, Change Management, Leadership, Communication, Nursing Care, Medical History Documentation, Professionalism, Teamwork, Collaboration, Patient Safety, Cultural Sensitivity

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Environmental Project Management: Stakeholder Outreach

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Stakeholder Management, Data Visualization, Persuasive Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Stakeholder Analysis, Data Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Storytelling, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Strategic Communication, Project Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Program Communications Management in ClickUp

    Skills you'll gain: Program Management, Diagram Design, Project Management Software, Communication Planning, Agile Methodology, Technical Communication, Stakeholder Management

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    EDUCBA

    Human Resource Management: Apply & Analyze Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Performance Management, Performance Management, Human Resource Strategy, Human Capital, Human Resources, Workforce Development, Talent Management, Organizational Strategy, Employee Retention, Case Studies, Competitive Analysis, Organizational Effectiveness, Business Strategies, Analysis

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Kanban for Software Project Management

    Skills you'll gain: Kanban Principles, Workflow Management, Agile Software Development, Sprint Planning, Agile Project Management, Project Estimation, Agile Methodology, Project Management Software, Estimation, Process Optimization, Backlogs, User Story, Process Improvement, Resource Utilization

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Business Process Management in Healthcare Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Business Process, Business Process Management, Process Improvement, Patient-centered Care, Process Design, Business Process Improvement, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Electronic Medical Record, Health Systems, Business Writing, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Innovation, Entrepreneurship

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Inventory Management: Analyze, Optimize & Control

    Skills you'll gain: Inventory Control, Inventory Management, Inventory Management System, Procurement, Supply Chain, Supplier Management, Cost Management, Operational Efficiency, Process Optimization, Process Analysis, Financial Reporting

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • GitHub Copilot for Project Management: Microsoft
  • Nursing Leadership: Financial Management and Budgeting: Coursera
  • Issues in Supply Chain Management: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Essentials of Management and Strategic Planning: University of California, Irvine
  • Global Impact: Cross-Cultural Management: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Leadership and Management in Healthcare: Lecturio
  • Environmental Project Management: Stakeholder Outreach: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Program Communications Management in ClickUp: Coursera
  • Human Resource Management: Apply & Analyze Skills: EDUCBA
  • Kanban for Software Project Management: Packt

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