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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


  • R

    Rice University

    Mindfulness and Well-being: Peace in, Peace Out

    Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Compassion, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Empathy, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Social Impact, Mental Concentration, Stress Management, Creativity

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    56 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Introduction to Predictive Modeling

    Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Model Evaluation, Predictive Modeling, Data Preprocessing, Regression Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Forecasting, Excel Formulas, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Transformation, Statistical Modeling, Trend Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Methods

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    144 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    California Institute of the Arts

    Making Money as a Freelancer

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Data, Financial Acumen, Budget Management, Financial Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Small Business Accounting, Accounting, Price Negotiation, Business Planning, Budgeting, Financial Planning, Financial Management, Forecasting, Balance Sheet, Expense Management, Financial Reporting, Revenue Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    185 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Collaborating with G Suite Apps

    Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Google Workspace, Gmail, Telecommuting, Virtual Networking, File Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    416 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Methods for Solving Problems

    Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Computational Thinking, Probability, Mathematical Modeling, Behavioral Economics, Algorithms, Analytical Skills, Theoretical Computer Science

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    186 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • R

    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Introduction and Course Outline

    Skills you'll gain: Purchasing, Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Target Audience, Supply Chain Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    54 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • W

    West Virginia University

    Today’s Music Industry

    Skills you'll gain: Music, Music History, Intellectual Property, Consumer Behaviour, Event Management, Live Streaming, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Production Process, Digital Transformation, Promotional Strategies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    126 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Amazon Web Services

    Skills for Working as an AWS Cloud Consultant

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Leadership Development, Relationship Building, Rapport Building, Business Consulting, Relationship Management, Consulting, Amazon Web Services, Technical Consulting, Continuous Improvement Process, Business Relationship Management, Project Management, Brand Management, Analysis, Active Listening, Requirements Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    63 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    Infosec

    OWASP Top 10 - 2021

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Authentications, Vulnerability Assessments, Application Security, Vulnerability Management, Event Monitoring, Secure Coding, Security Controls, Hardening, Data Integrity, Security Testing, System Monitoring, Cybersecurity, Patch Management, Threat Modeling, Exploitation techniques, Authorization (Computing), Cryptography, Extensible Markup Language (XML), System Configuration

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    124 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Codio

    Tools for Security Specialists

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Incident Management, Endpoint Security, Incident Management, Incident Response, ISO/IEC 27001, Security Management, Vulnerability Scanning, Digital Forensics, Risk Management, Personally Identifiable Information, Linux, Linux Administration, Infrastructure Security, Network Security, Threat Management, Event Monitoring, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Business Risk Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Strategy

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    66 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Peking University

    操作系统原理(Operating Systems)

    Skills you'll gain: File Systems, Operating Systems, OS Process Management, Computer Systems, System Programming, File I/O, Unix, Linux, Microsoft Windows, Computer Hardware, Algorithms, Virtualization

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    363 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Python: de cero a usuario

    Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Jupyter, Ubuntu, Python Programming, Computational Thinking, Mac OS, Programming Principles, Cross Platform Development, Software Documentation, Development Environment, Command-Line Interface

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    68 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Mindfulness and Well-being: Peace in, Peace Out: Rice University
  • Introduction to Predictive Modeling: University of Minnesota
  • Making Money as a Freelancer: California Institute of the Arts
  • Collaborating with G Suite Apps: Coursera
  • Methods for Solving Problems: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction and Course Outline: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Today’s Music Industry: West Virginia University
  • Skills for Working as an AWS Cloud Consultant: Amazon Web Services
  • OWASP Top 10 - 2021: Infosec
  • Tools for Security Specialists: Codio

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