MBA in Operations at Firebird Business School

PGDM/Global MBA Programme Specialization in Operations

Firebird Institute of Research in Management offers a comprehensive PGDM/MBA program specializing in Operations. This specialization equips students with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in various roles within the field of operations management. The program is designed to balance theoretical knowledge and practical application, ensuring students are well-prepared for operations management's dynamic and challenging world. The curriculum includes various courses, industry projects, and internships.

COURSES IN OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT SPECIALISATION

Materials Management

Materials management involves the planning, procurement, storage, and distribution of materials needed for production or service delivery. This course covers demand forecasting, inventory management, vendor selection, and material handling. Students learn how to optimize the flow of materials throughout the supply chain to minimize costs, reduce lead times, and ensure adequate inventory levels to meet customer demand.

Warehouse Management

Warehouse management focuses on efficiently operating warehouses and distribution centres. Students learn about warehouse layout and design, inventory storage methods, picking and packing processes, and warehouse automation technologies. The course also covers safety regulations, labor management, and performance metrics to measure warehouse efficiency and productivity.

Purchasing and Inventory Management

This course explores the procurement process and techniques for managing inventory levels effectively. Students learn about supplier evaluation and selection, negotiation strategies, inventory control, and demand forecasting techniques. Emphasis is placed on maintaining sufficient inventory to meet customer demand while minimizing carrying costs and obsolescence.

Production Planning and Control

Production planning and control involve managing manufacturing processes to ensure efficient use of resources and timely production of goods. Topics covered in this course include capacity planning, scheduling, routing, sequencing, and shop floor control. Students learn to create production plans, allocate resources, monitor progress, and adjust schedules to respond to changing demand or production constraints.

Logistics Management

Logistics management encompasses planning, executing, and controlling the movement and storage of goods and services from origin to consumption. This course covers transportation modes, routing optimization, freight management, warehousing, and distribution network design. Students learn to coordinate logistics activities to minimize costs, reduce transit times, and improve customer service.

Supply Chain Management

Supply chain management involves integrating and coordinating various activities across the supply chain, from sourcing raw materials to delivering finished products to customers. This course explores supply chain strategy, network design, supplier relationship management, risk mitigation, and sustainability practices. Students learn how to design resilient supply chains that adapt to disruptions and deliver value to stakeholders.

Project Management

Project management focuses on planning, executing, and controlling projects to achieve specific objectives within defined scope, budget, and time constraints. This course covers project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure processes. Students learn about project management methodologies, tools, and techniques for managing resources, schedules, budgets, risks, and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

Supply Chain Analytics

Supply chain analytics involves data analysis and statistical techniques to optimize supply chain operations and improve decision-making. This course covers data collection, mining, forecasting models, optimization algorithms, and performance measurement metrics. Students learn to leverage data analytics tools and techniques to identify trends, patterns, and insights that can continuously improve supply chain performance and efficiency.
Each of these courses provides students with valuable knowledge and skills to excel in various roles within the field of operations management. By mastering these concepts, students can contribute to the success of organizations by optimizing operations, reducing costs, improving quality, and enhancing customer satisfaction.

Industry Projects and Internships

Students must undertake industry projects and internships to gain hands-on experience and apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios. This provides valuable insights into industry practices and helps students develop practical skills.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the PGDM/MBA program specializing in management can pursue various career roles in core operations management and supportive roles in the corporate world.

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CORE OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT ROLES

Operations Manager

Responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of a company, including production, inventory management, and quality control.

Supply Chain Manager

Manages the flow of goods and services from suppliers to customers, optimizing operations for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Production Planner

Plans and schedules production activities to meet customer demand while minimizing cosmopolitanism.

Assurance Manager

Ensures products and services meet quality standards and regulatory requirements, implementing processes to identify and address defects.

SUPPORTIVE CAREER ROLES

Business Analyst

Analyses data and insights to support decision-making in operations management and other business areas.

Consultant

Provides expert advice and guidance to companies on improving operational efficiency and effectiveness.

Project Manager

Manages specific projects within the organization that are completed on time, within budget, and according to specifications.

Procurement Manager

Manages the procurement process, including sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, and managing supplier relationships.

PGDM GENERAL SPECIALISATIONS

Human Resources

Marketing

Finance

Operations with SCM

PGDM INDUSTRY INTEGRATED SPECIALISATIONS

General Management

Business Analytics

Fintech

Digital Marketing

Logistics and supply chain management

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