Fundamentals Classes
The Fundamentals courses provides a comprehensive introduction to the core disciplines of supply chain, operations, and production management. Designed for professionals seeking to build a strong foundation in planning, inventory control, manufacturing control, and operations management, the programs develop essential knowledge and practical skills required to support organizational performance and continuous improvement.
Through a combination of theory, practical applications, case studies, and collaborative learning, the series equips learners with the tools needed to effectively plan, manage, and optimize resources across the end-to-end supply chain and operations environment.
Classes are offered periodically throughout the year but contact us if you are interested in private group courses. Classes provide a forum for discussion and exchange of ideas with peers. Please contact us before you register if you have questions about course dates - [email protected]
Fundamentals of Inventory Control
Fundamentals of Inventory Control provides participants with a comprehensive introduction to the principles, practices, and tools used to effectively manage inventory across manufacturing, distribution, retail, and institutional environments. The course explores the critical role inventory plays in balancing customer service, operational efficiency, and cost management.
Sessions
- Fundamentals of Inventory Management
- Inventory Functions
- Order Quantities
- Perpetual Inventory Systems
- Periodic Inventory Systems
- Forecasting
- Midterm Examination and Case Study Presentation
- Warehousing Management and Distribution Requirements Planning
- Inventory Record Accuracy, Supply Chain Management, Aggregate Inventory and Purchasing
- Just-in-Time (JIT) and Total Quality Management (TQM)—Trends in Inventory Management
- Case Study and Final Examination Review
- Final Examination
Fundamentals of Manufacturing Control
Fundamentals of Manufacturing Control introduces participants to the systems and processes used to plan, schedule, and control manufacturing operations. The course focuses on managing priorities, capacity, and production activities to ensure the efficient execution of organizational production plans.
Sessions
- Introduction to Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and Production Activity Control (PAC)
- Bills of Material
- MRP Basics
- Managing with MRP and Closing the Loop
- Advanced MRP Techniques
- Introduction to Capacity Management
- Midterm Examination and Capacity Management
- Production Activity Control (PAC) I
- Production Activity Control (PAC) II
- Just-in-Time (JIT) Manufacturing
- Cast Study and Course Review
- Final Examination
Fundamentals of Planning
Fundamentals of Planning provides participants with a structured introduction to the planning processes that support effective organizational decision-making and business performance. The course examines planning activities at strategic, tactical, and operational levels, emphasizing the importance of aligning organizational goals with execution.
Sessions
- Planning Foundations (I)
- Planning Foundations (II)
- Long-Range Planning
- Forecasting
- Sales and Operations Planning
- Controlling the Sales and Operations Plan
- Midterm Examination and Making Effective Presentations
- Master Scheduling (I)
- Master Scheduling (II)
- Master Scheduling (III)
- Future Planning Topics
- Final Examination
Fundamentals of Operations Management
Fundamentals of Operations Management serves as the capstone course in the Fundamentals series, integrating concepts from planning, inventory, and manufacturing control into a broader operational perspective. The course examines how organizations design, manage, and continuously improve systems that produce goods and services.
Sessions
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Introduction to Operations Management
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Product Planning
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Manufacturing Processes
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Process Design
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Facility Layout and Materials Handling
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Case Study, Facility Location and Process Improvement
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Midterm Examination and Process Improvement
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Performance Measurement
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Quality Management I
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Quality Management II
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Final Examination
It is strongly recommended that students complete the other three Fundamentals modules before attending this course.
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