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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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    Coursera

    Create a Simple Project Timeline in Google Sheets

    Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Project Schedules, Google Sheets, Presentations, Productivity Software, Scheduling, Project Management

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    107 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Data & Identity Security

    Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Cryptography, Network Security, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Data Security, Authentications, Encryption, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Cyber Risk, Cybersecurity, Data Sharing, Cyber Attacks, Key Management, Computer Security, Data Management, Azure Active Directory, Security Engineering, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Management, Security Awareness

    4.3
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    9 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Emory University

    Math for MBA and GMAT Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Data Visualization, Business Mathematics, Descriptive Statistics, Microsoft Excel, Business Analytics, Statistics, Excel Formulas, Statistical Analysis, Algebra, Calculus, Arithmetic, Business

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    51 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The University of Sydney

    Cultural Competence - Aboriginal Sydney

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Cultural Sensitivity, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Social Studies, Community Development, Public History, Anthropology, Land Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    301 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillUp

    Business Analysis: Process Modeling & Requirements Gathering

    Skills you'll gain: Business Analysis, Business Process Modeling, Process Optimization, Requirements Management, Business Requirements, Process Analysis, Data Modeling, Stakeholder Analysis, Agile Methodology, Requirements Analysis, Process Improvement, User Story, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Gap Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    68 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    The Influence of Social Determinants on Health

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Social Determinants Of Health, Community Health, Public Health, Health Policy, Health Promotion, Health Assessment, Social Justice, Epidemiology, Socioeconomics, Health Systems, Cultural Responsiveness, Stress Management, Health Care, Diversity Awareness, Social Studies, Mental and Behavioral Health, Data Collection, Preventative Care

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    80 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Technical Managerial Written Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Proposal Writing, Editing, Business Writing, Technical Writing, Technical Management, Technical Communication, Proofreading, Engineering Management, Writing, Business Correspondence, Target Audience, Concision, Grammar, Persuasive Communication, Communication

    Build toward a degree

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    23 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Geneva

    Planning your Client's Wealth over a 5-year Horizon

    Skills you'll gain: Wealth Management, Portfolio Management, Asset Management, Financial Planning, Investment Management, Investments, Performance Measurement, Financial Forecasting, Finance, Behavioral Economics, Risk Management, Market Trend, Risk Analysis, Decision Making, Microsoft Excel

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    423 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Starweaver

    Managing Employee Performance

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Performance Management, Performance Management, Constructive Feedback, Performance Review, Goal Setting, Team Management, Performance Metric, Expectation Management, Coaching, Employee Engagement, Drive Engagement, Collaboration, Accountability

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

    Traditional herbal medicine in supportive cancer care: From alternative to integrative

    Skills you'll gain: Oncology, Patient Communication, Patient-centered Care, Patient Education And Counseling, Pharmacology, Drug Interaction, Patient Education and Support, Treatment Planning, Pain Management, Medical History Documentation, Care Management, Clinical Research, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    92 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    Automation and Scripting with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, Git (Version Control System), Scripting, Version Control, Email Automation, Software Testing, Cloud API, Automation, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), Scalability, Python Programming, Performance Tuning, Productivity, File Management

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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    46 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Principles of Economics: Macroeconomics - The Big Picture

    Skills you'll gain: Economics, Supply And Demand, Economic Development, Financial Policy, Market Dynamics, Business Economics, Business Metrics, Public Policies, Performance Metric, International Finance, Fiscal Management, Investments, Labor Relations, Financial Market, Financial Regulations

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    65 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Create a Simple Project Timeline in Google Sheets: Coursera
  • Cyber Security: Data & Identity Security: Macquarie University
  • Math for MBA and GMAT Prep: Emory University
  • Cultural Competence - Aboriginal Sydney: The University of Sydney
  • Business Analysis: Process Modeling & Requirements Gathering: SkillUp
  • The Influence of Social Determinants on Health: University of Michigan
  • Technical Managerial Written Skills: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Planning your Client's Wealth over a 5-year Horizon: University of Geneva
  • Managing Employee Performance: Starweaver
  • Traditional herbal medicine in supportive cancer care: From alternative to integrative: Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

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