Operations Strategy

There is no prerequisites for the course. However, the basic understanding of how manufacturing and service companies competes in the market and the knowledge of strategy frameworks and tools will provide a better learning experience.

The students will gain a broad knowledge of operations strategy regarding both manufacturing and service companies. Students will be familiar with different types of strategy frameworks and tools. They will also gain in-depth knowledge of strategic planning, implementation, and monitoring procedures. The students will learn to take an active role in analyzing and designing operations strategy in practice. After completing this course, students will be able to design, evaluate, develop and implement operational strategies for various purposes.

Furthermore, the course develops critical and analytical thinking (assessment and interpretation of knowledge), interpersonal and communication skills (group work, team management, written reports, and presentations). Students will gain a strong understanding of ethics and sustainability in operations strategy, acquire skills for lifelong learning, and develop problem-solving and decision-making abilities (application of knowledge), among others.

Core reading

1. Slack, N. & Lewis, M. (2017). Operations strategy (Fifth edition.). Harlow, England: Pearson.
2. Materials provided by teacher
3. Selected scientific articles

Further reading

1. Markides, C. C. (2000). All the right moves: A guide to crafting breakthrough strategy. Boston (MA): Harvard Business School Press.
2. Doz, Y. & Kosonen, M. (2008). Fast strategy: How strategic agility will help you stay ahead of the game. Harlow, England; New York: Pearson/Longman.

This course is available only for the master's students in Industrial Management.

Responsible unit: School of Technology and Innovations.

On-campus course.

Five places have been reserved for Open University students for this implementation.