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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


  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Designing Effective Science Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Non-Verbal Communication, Learning Theory, Storytelling, Education Software and Technology, Human Learning, Motivational Interviewing, Conflict Management, Interpersonal Communications, Technical Communication, Education and Training, Media and Communications, Driving engagement, Teaching, Persuasive Communication, De-escalation Techniques, Writing, Scientific Methods, Rapport Building, Diversity Awareness

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    19 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Azure: create a REST API using NodeJS Serverless Functions

    Skills you'll gain: API Gateway, Serverless Computing, Cloud API, Restful API, Node.JS, Microsoft Azure, Application Programming Interface (API), API Testing, Web Services

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    112 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Graphic Elements of Design: Color Theory and Image Formats

    Skills you'll gain: Logo Design, Color Theory, Graphic Design, Image Quality, Graphic and Visual Design, Design, Design Elements And Principles, Digital Design, File Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    594 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    The University of Notre Dame

    The Discipline of Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Leadership Development, Change Management, Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Business Ethics, Business Leadership, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Leadership and Management, Emotional Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Self-Awareness

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    48 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Alfaisal University | KLD

    أساسيات برنامج مايكروسوفت اكسيل | Essentials of MS Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Spreadsheet Software, File Management, Data Entry, Productivity Software

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    88 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Strategies for Senior Housing Communities during COVID-19

    Skills you'll gain: Infection Control, Emergency Response, Personal protective equipment, Public Health, Community Health, Mental Health, Health And Safety Standards, Patient Education and Support, Education and Training, Policy Development, Interpersonal Communications

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    154 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • F

    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    A prática da gestão de clubes e federações esportivas

    Skills you'll gain: Media Relations, Marketing, Business Management, Financial Management, Public Relations, Business Strategy, Event Management, Governance, Organizational Structure, Finance, Advertising Sales, Economics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    275 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    SAP

    Requirements Gathering and Documentation

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Requirements Elicitation, Requirements Management, Business Requirements, Requirements Analysis, Verification And Validation, Functional Specification, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Stakeholder Communications, Process Mapping, Interviewing Skills, Active Listening

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    25 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Technology Strategy: Creative Destruction

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Business Modeling, Technology Strategies, Product Lifecycle Management, Business Transformation, Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Product Management, Organizational Change, Market Dynamics, Emerging Technologies, Competitive Analysis, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Network Analysis, Case Studies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    62 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Customer Centricity with Professor Jagdish Sheth

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Retention, Trustworthiness, Social Impact, Expectation Management, Corporate Sustainability, Brand Loyalty, Customer Relationship Management, Customer Insights, Customer experience strategy (CX), Sustainable Development, Human Resource Strategy, Customer Relationship Building, Consultative Approaches, Diversity Marketing, Customer Analysis, Value Propositions, Business Ethics, Business Strategy, Business, Marketing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    94 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    LearnQuest

    Linux Cloud and DevOps

    Skills you'll gain: Version Control, Git (Version Control System), Linux, Cloud Computing Architecture, DevOps, Virtualization, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Containerization, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Software As A Service, Virtual Networking, Virtual Machines, Platform As A Service (PaaS)

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    160 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Alfaisal University | KLD

    مهارات التفكير الجانبي | Lateral Thinking Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Ingenuity, Cognitive flexibility, Ideation, Independent Thinking, Problem Solving, Innovation, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Strategic Thinking

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    772 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Designing Effective Science Communication: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Azure: create a REST API using NodeJS Serverless Functions: Coursera
  • Graphic Elements of Design: Color Theory and Image Formats: University of Colorado Boulder
  • The Discipline of Leadership: The University of Notre Dame
  • أساسيات برنامج مايكروسوفت اكسيل | Essentials of MS Excel: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Strategies for Senior Housing Communities during COVID-19: Johns Hopkins University
  • A prática da gestão de clubes e federações esportivas : Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Requirements Gathering and Documentation: SAP
  • Technology Strategy: Creative Destruction: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Customer Centricity with Professor Jagdish Sheth: Kennesaw State University

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