PLS 3231: Production and Operations Management

Production and Operations Management (POM) shows how goods and services are generated in manufacturing and service giving organizations an optimal manner to satisfy customers and gain competitive advantage. It emphasizes an integrated approach, globalization , innovation and high productivity and effectiveness in manufacturing and service industries. At the end of this module, students are supposed to develop appropriate operations goals, plans and strategies and be familiar with  tools required to support strategic POM decisions including product/process selection, design and development, product mix and plant location and layout to generate the required products and/or services effectively.