Foundations of Manufacturing Management
Why Foundations of Manufacturing Management Matters ?
Foundations of Manufacturing Management
1. Introduction to Manufacturing Management
- Role of manufacturing in the value chain
- Types of manufacturing systems (job shop, batch, mass, continuous)
- Key manufacturing objectives: cost, quality, delivery, flexibility
2. Production Planning & Control Basics
- Demand inputs and production planning
- Capacity and resource planning
- Scheduling and shop-floor control
- Managing variability and disruptions
3. Manufacturing Operations & Flow
- Process flow and layout concepts
- Work-in-process (WIP) control
- Bottlenecks and throughput management
- Pull vs push manufacturing concepts
4. Quality Management Fundamentals
- Quality concepts and cost of quality
- Inspection vs prevention
- Process capability basics
Continuous improvement mindset
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5. Workforce & Resource Management
- Labor planning and productivity
- Skills, training, and standard work
- Equipment effectiveness and maintenance awareness
- Health, safety, and compliance basics
6. Manufacturing Performance Measurement
- Key manufacturing KPIs (OEE, yield, scrap, cycle time)
- Performance reviews and corrective actions
Data-driven decision-making
Ideal for:
- Production & Operations Supervisors
- Manufacturing & Process Engineers
- Shift Leaders & Team Leaders
- Planning, Inventory & Logistics Staff
- Fresh Graduates entering manufacturing roles
- Professionals preparing for CPIM or operations certifications
No prior manufacturing management experience is required.
1. Practical, Factory-Focused Learning
Training uses real manufacturing examples, not abstract theory.
2. Foundation for Advanced Learning
Designed as a stepping stone to Lean, Six Sigma, TPM, CPIM, and operations excellence programs.
3. Flexible Learning Models
- Classroom (in-person)
- Live virtual instructor-led
- In-house corporate delivery
Blended learning via BGMC’s EdTech ecosystem
Benefits for Individuals
Participants will:
- Understand how manufacturing systems operate
- Improve effectiveness in production and supervisory roles
- Build confidence in managing day-to-day operations
- Prepare for advanced manufacturing certifications
- Enhance career progression opportunities
Benefits for Organizations
Organizations training teams through BGMC typically achieve:
- Improved production efficiency and consistency
- Reduced waste, downtime, and rework
- Better coordination across manufacturing functions
- Stronger operational discipline and accountability
Improved delivery reliability and customer satisfaction
Assessment & Certification
Assessment
- Knowledge checks and practical exercises
- Case-based discussions
Certification
- Certificate of Completion – Foundations of Manufacturing Management
- Issued by BGMC Group
PHYSICAL CLASSES
- Instructor-led manufacturing management training
- Manufacturing systems fundamentals
- Production planning basics
- Quality and process control
- Course completion certificate
Online Classes
- Live manufacturing management sessions
- Production operations principles
- Manufacturing efficiency techniques
- Digital learning resources
- Digital certificate
Enterprise Solutions
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- Manufacturing management framework deployment
- Operational efficiency improvement
- Process consistency enhancement
- Production risk reduction
- Scalable deployment
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Why Choose BGMC?
- Expertise in manufacturing, operations & supply chain management
- Industry-relevant training design
- Practical, learner-focused delivery approach
- Corporate and global manufacturing training experience
- Integrated learning pathways from foundation to advanced certifications
At BGMC, manufacturing management training builds operational competence—not just theoretical understanding.
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