Indian Institute of Management Nagpur (IIM Nagpur)

Post Graduate Certificate Programme in Operations Management

The Post Graduate Certificate Programme in Operations Management (OMP) is an 11-month program tailored for operations professionals. Its primary objective is to equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to make strategic and tactical decisions that align with the overall organizational strategy. This program is designed to enhance the capabilities of operations professionals in effectively managing and optimizing operational functions within their respective organizations.

Program Overview

This programme is designed for participants to get equipped with concepts and applications of operations management. This would enable them to take tactical and operational decisions in alignment with organisation strategy. The programme unravels key issues relevant for operations manager such as- “What should be the operations strategy given a corporate strategy?”, “How to improve process and supply chain performance on various dimensions (Quality, Efficiency, Timeliness, Customizability)?”, “How to apply analytics in day-to-day operations of a firm?”, “How to incentivize various stakeholders in supply chain for effective alignment?”, “How to plan and execute projects (such as infrastructure development, IT, R&D, etc.) in an effective manner?

Course Content

  • Performance Dimensions, Alignment with Overall Strategy

  • Alignment of Operations Management with Other Functional Areas

  • Process Flow Diagram, Bottleneck, Uncertainty

  • Volume Variety, Product Process Matrix

  • Planning: Aggregate, Materials, Bill of Material, Capacity, Sales and Operations, Master Production Schedule

  • Coordination, Sourcing Issues, Procurement, Supplier Development, Make or Buy Decision

  • Supply Chain Contracts; Simulation Game

  • Feasibility Analysis, Project Financing, Project Contracts

  • Work Break-down Structure, Levelling, Project Simulation, Network Analysis, Critical Chain Approach, Project Risk

  • Tracking, Crashing, Earned Value Analysis

  • Portfolio Management, Project Leadership, Management of Change, Role of Communication, Managing Culture, Management of Project Teams

  • Economic Order Quantity, Continuous, Periodic Review, Newsvendor, Channel

  • Quality, Dimensions of Quality, Design for Quality, Six Sigma, Design for Six Sigma, Total Quality Management, Total Productive Maintenance

  • Process Control Charts, Capability

  • Value Stream Mapping, Drum-Buffer-Rope, Theory of Constraints

  • Lean, Waste, Toyota Production System, Just-in-Time (JIT)

  • JIT Cycle, Single Minute Exchange of Die, Kaizen, Kanban, Lean Six Sigma

  • Digital Transformation, Challenges, Performance Improvement

  • Levels of Industry 4.0, Role of Blockchain, Digital Twin, and Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing) in Improving Operations and Supply Chain

  • Descriptive, Correlation, Covariance, Hypothesis Testing, Sample vs Population, Analysis of Variance

  • Predictive, Regression, Forecasting Techniques, Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning

  • Prescriptive, Linear Programming, Non-linear Programming

  • Triple Bottom Line Approach to Sustainability, Green Operations

  • Green Quality, Socially Responsible Operations

  • Capstone Project

Course Details

Mode of Study

Live Online with Campus Exposure

Class schedule

Sundays: 9:00 AM - 12:00 Noon

Campus classes

3-Day, on-campus immersion at IIM Nagpur

Duration of the Program

11 Months

Who this program is for?

Practitioners in manufacturing, project management, services or logistics sectors and people aspiring to be a part of these sectors.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Diploma (10+2+3) or bachelor’s degree or equivalent (10+2+3 or 10+2+4) or 2-year master’s degree or equivalent from a recognised university (UGC/AICTE/DEC/AIU/State Government) in any discipline

  • Minimum 2 years of work experience* after completion of qualifying education Participants who fulfil the above criteria and are not currently working, are also eligible to apply for the programme

Selection Criteria

Participants would be selected from corporate nominations and self-sponsored individual applicants based on their overall profiles and credentials.

Does this program comes with Alumni Status?

Yes

Important Dates

Application Deadline 21st Oct 2023
Program Start Date 26th Nov 2023

Fees Details

Application Fees INR 2500
Application Processing Fees INR 15,000
Program Fees INR 2,25,000

Fees Notes

Collection of all fees will be done by IIM Nagpur. From Application page, participants will be redirected to IIM Nagpur payment portal. *GST as per prevailing rate is applicable and will be collected additionally from the candidate/participant. Current GST rate is 18%. **Processing Fee is ₹15,000, which includes ₹2,500 for Application Fee and ₹12,500 for Tuition Fee. In case a participant profile is rejected by IIM Nagpur, Tuition Fee of ₹12,500 will be refunded to the participant. During campus visit, participants who want to stay extra nights at IIM Nagpur campus will have to pay additional charges directly to IIM Nagpur. This shall be subject to accommodation availability.

Certificate Details

  • Students who successfully complete the programme and fulfil all the prescribed requirements will be awarded a 'Certificate of Completion'.

  • Successful candidates will also be granted IIM Nagpur Alumni status.

Sample Certificate

Key points about this program.

  • 3-day Campus Immersion

  • Chamber Consulting by IIM Nagpur Faculty

  • IIM Nagpur Alumni Status
Apply By: 21st Oct 2023
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About the Institute

Established in 2015, the Indian Institute of Management Nagpur (IIMN) aims to be a leading institution that shapes management systems, policy, and governance. Through high-quality education, research, and industry engagement, IIMN strives to create value-driven leaders and global managers. The institute focuses on providing strong conceptual foundations and analytical approaches to excel in management, business, public administration, and policy-making. IIM Nagpur is committed to bridging the gap between theory and practice, promoting constant industry engagement, and offering executive education programs. These programs, designed by experienced faculty, equip managers and executives to perform effectively and take on greater challenges throughout their careers.

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