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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 Alberta

    Bugs 101: Insect-Human Interactions

    Skills you'll gain: Anthropology, Anatomy, Physiology, Life Sciences, Sustainable Development, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Science, Biology, Cultural Diversity, Microbiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Taxonomy, Criminal Investigation and Forensics

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.5K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Innovar

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Design Thinking, Brainstorming, Creativity, Customer experience improvement, New Product Development, Product Development, Service Design, Strategic Planning, Brand Management, Sustainable Business, Process Improvement, Business Strategies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    823 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Financial Forecasting and Reporting

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainability Reporting, Financial Analysis, Financial Statement Analysis, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Budgeting, Cost Benefit Analysis, Risk Management, Income Statement, Cost Estimation, Balance Sheet, Financial Reporting, Financial Forecasting, Financial Management, Cash Flows, Financial Market

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    78 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Innovation for Entrepreneurs: From Idea to Marketplace

    Skills you'll gain: Commercialization, Product Planning, Innovation, New Product Development, Product Development, Team Building, Product Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Design Thinking, Product Testing, Customer Insights, Business Strategies, Team Motivation, Market Opportunities, User Research, Market Research, Team Management, Business Modeling, Technology Strategies, Value Propositions

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    702 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    IBM

    Core 1: Hardware and Network Troubleshooting

    Skills you'll gain: Hardware Troubleshooting, Network Troubleshooting, Network Infrastructure, Computer Hardware, Computer Networking, Technical Support and Services, Network Administration, End User Training and Support, Software-Defined Networking, Technical Support, Networking Hardware, System Configuration, Peripheral Devices, Data Storage, Information Technology, Configuration Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    202 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • R

    Rice University

    Capstone: Build a Winning Investment Portfolio

    Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Asset Management, Investments, Financial Management, Financial Market, Simulation and Simulation Software, Performance Analysis, Market Trend, Risk Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Case Studies, Decision Making, Peer Review, Forecasting

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    70 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Mathematical Foundations for Cryptography

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Arithmetic, Algorithms, Applied Mathematics, Probability, Computer Science

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    334 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Crédito y cobranza

    Skills you'll gain: Payment Processing and Collection, Credit Risk, Lending and Underwriting, Organizational Structure, Financial Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Accounts Receivable, Business Risk Management, Organizational Strategy, Cash Flows, Ancient History

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    111 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Product Cost and Investment Cash Flow Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Cost Estimation, Financial Modeling, Project Estimation, Investment Management, Risk Management, Finance, Spreadsheet Software, Financial Planning, Financial Analysis, Cost Accounting, Business Mathematics, Return On Investment, Cash Flows, Product Management

    Build toward a degree

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    98 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Google SEO Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Content Development and Management, Client Services, Content Strategy, Presentations, Digital Marketing, Project Management, Competitive Analysis, Business Strategy

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    494 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Microsoft

    Cybersecurity Solutions and Microsoft Defender

    Skills you'll gain: Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Cloud Security, Cyber Security Policies, Microsoft Azure, Identity and Access Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Malware Protection, Network Security, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Threat Management, Firewall, Endpoint Security, Threat Detection, Virtual Networking, Encryption, Event Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    173 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Association of International Certified Professional Accountants

    Introduction to Blockchain

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Key Management, Digital Assets, Supply Chain Management, FinTech, Asset Management, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Accounting, Security Awareness, Payment Systems, Emerging Technologies, Ledgers (Accounting), Security Controls, Cryptography, Multi-Factor Authentication, Transaction Processing, Authentications, Risk Management, Business

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    216 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Bugs 101: Insect-Human Interactions: University of Alberta
  • Innovar: Arizona State University
  • Financial Forecasting and Reporting: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Innovation for Entrepreneurs: From Idea to Marketplace: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Core 1: Hardware and Network Troubleshooting: IBM
  • Capstone: Build a Winning Investment Portfolio: Rice University
  • Mathematical Foundations for Cryptography: University of Colorado System
  • Crédito y cobranza: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Product Cost and Investment Cash Flow Analysis : University of Colorado Boulder
  • Google SEO Capstone Project: University of California, Davis

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