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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 Colorado Boulder

    Project Planning and Execution

    Skills you'll gain: Supplier Management, Project Schedules, Project Closure, Milestones (Project Management), Scheduling, Engineering Management, Procurement, Quality Management, Project Planning, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Budget Management, Cost Estimation, Risk Mitigation, Project Management, Quality Assurance, Timelines, Quality Control

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    308 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Palo Alto Networks

    Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Cloud Security, Cybersecurity, Cloud Deployment, Network Administration, Cloud Infrastructure, Firewall, Endpoint Detection and Response, Network Infrastructure, Data Security, Docker (Software), AI Security, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Software As A Service, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Threat Modeling, Containerization, Threat Detection, Threat Management, Security Controls

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    874 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Novartis

    Introduction to Good Clinical Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Good Clinical Practices (GCP), Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Clinical Research Ethics, Informed Consent, Clinical Data Management, Institutional Review Board (IRB), Patient Education And Counseling, Drug Development, Health Equity, Risk Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    485 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Introduction to Computers and Office Productivity Software

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Office, Computer Hardware, Computer Literacy, Computer Graphics, Computer Systems, Graphics Software, Spreadsheet Software, File Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    1.8K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Administración financiera y su función en la empresa

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Management, Corporate Finance, Performance Measurement, Financial Data, Capital Budgeting, Financial Analysis, Budgeting, Financial Modeling, Balance Sheet, Financial Policy, Cash Flows, Stakeholder Management, Governance, Working Capital, Return On Investment

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.8K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Managing Big Data with MySQL

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, MySQL, Relational Databases, SQL, Data Modeling, Databases, Business Intelligence, Big Data, Business Analysis, Data Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    4.1K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    HRCI

    Employee Relations

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Performance Management, Performance Appraisal, Performance Management, Human Resource Policies, Organizational Structure, Policy Development, Conflict Management, Employee Relations, Diversity and Inclusion, Human Resource Strategy, Employee Engagement, Staff Management, Business Ethics, Organizational Effectiveness, Business Continuity, Communication Strategies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    330 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    IBM z/OS Mainframe Practitioner

    Skills you'll gain: Job Control Language (JCL), Mainframe Computing, z/OS, Virtualization, Unix, IBM DB2, IBM Cloud, Data Management, Virtual Machines, Data Storage, Operating System Administration, Infrastructure Architecture, System Programming, Operating Systems, Unix Commands, File Systems, Linux, Computer Architecture, Control Panels, Command-Line Interface

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    1.3K reviews

    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 1 - 3 Months

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    Emory University

    Consulting Presentations and Storytelling

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Microsoft PowerPoint, Consulting, Executive Presence, Business Consulting, Storytelling, Sales Presentations, Data Storytelling, Management Consulting, Proposal Development, Oral Expression, Consultative Approaches, Data Visualization Software, Expectation Management

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    405 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    IELTS Writing Section Skills Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Time Management, Literacy, Grammar, Concision, Analytical Skills, Planning, English Language, Vocabulary

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Meta

    Introduction to Databases for Back-End Development

    Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, Database Management Systems, SQL, Database Design, Databases, Database Administration, MySQL, NoSQL, Query Languages

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    674 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnQuest

    Linux Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Linux, Linux Commands, Ubuntu, Linux Administration, File Management, Command-Line Interface, Servers, Operating Systems, Web Servers, IT Automation, MySQL, Open Source Technology, Service Management

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    959 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Project Planning and Execution: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity: Palo Alto Networks
  • Introduction to Good Clinical Practice: Novartis
  • Introduction to Computers and Office Productivity Software: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Administración financiera y su función en la empresa : Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Managing Big Data with MySQL: Duke University
  • Employee Relations: HRCI
  • IBM z/OS Mainframe Practitioner: IBM
  • Consulting Presentations and Storytelling: Emory University
  • IELTS Writing Section Skills Mastery: University of California, Irvine

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