Graduate Diploma in Operations and Production Management
Business & Management
A course by
UCOL
Upskill with specialist business and management training for a lucrative career in operations and production management. The programme includes knowledge and skills in business sustainability, supply chain management, resource and capacity planning, quality management, and general business and project management.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
UCOL main campus, Palmerston North
It will take a total of 40 weeks
This course requires 41 hours per week
Core skills this course teaches
Project Management Skills
Understand project management principles and terminology, create project plans, and apply basic project management tools.
Operations Management Knowledge
Gain concepts and analytical methods for managing processes transforming inputs into goods/services, focusing on systematic management and operation's contribution to macro-management.
Financial Management Understanding
Apply financial management knowledge and skills to small or medium businesses for decision-making (elective).
What You're Signing Up For
The UCOL Graduate Diploma in Operations and Production Management provides knowledge and skills necessary for business sustainability, supply chain management, resource and capacity planning, quality management, and project management. The programme includes an industry placement or internship to provide real-world experience and enable immediate contribution to the business environment. The programme is delivered in a blended format combining online and face-to-face learning to support learners while working. It is a 120 credit Level 7 qualification recognized by NZQA. Entry requires a Bachelor's degree or relevant diploma and experience. This programme builds skills in resource allocation, process and logistics management for profitable production companies, and prepares learners for careers in project management, operations, production planning, quality management and technical management.
Course Content
- Project Management (15 Credits)
- Operations Management (15 Credits)
- Introduction to Finance (Elective, 15 Credits)
- Product Development (15 Credits)
- Resource Integration Management (15 Credits)
- Professional Practice (15 Credits)
- Industry Project/Internship (30 Credits)
What you need to know first
Bachelor's degree in any field excluding Operations and Production Management
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Business
Management
Operations
Production
Future employment opportunities might be
Project manager
Operations manager
Production planner