Introduction to Operations Resource Management

The most appropriate class to take first for those new to Operations Management, or for those who wish a broad review of the major topics covered in the ORM certification series and CPIM exams. Subsequent classes expand the concepts learned in this Introduction class. This fast-moving class reviews Flow of Materials in the Supply Chain, Manufacturing Strategies, Materials Management, Production Planning and Master Scheduling, MRP (Material Requirements Planning), CRP (Capacity Requirements Planning), PAC (Production Activity Control), the Purchasing function, Forecasting and Inventory Control, Warehouse Management, Distribution concepts, Lean Production strategies, TQM (Total Quality Management) and Manufacturing Costing. 

This is a core course in the Operations Resource Management Certificate Program

Required Textbook: 

Introduction to Materials Management (7th, 12) by Arnold, J R Tony - Chapman, Stephen N - Clive, Lloyd M [Hardcover (2011)] by Arnold (2011)Publication Date: January 10, 2011 | ISBN-10: 0131376705 | ISBN-13: 978-0131376700 | Edition: 7

Additional materials will be provided in class.