Description

Course Name: Professional Diploma in Operations Planning

Global Occupational Skill Standard – GOSS ID: GOSS/PD-GEN-OP-411

Eligibility: 10+2 or equivalent

Language Type: English

Course Type: Self-Paced Online Learning

Objective: The Professional Diploma in Operations Planning aims to develop professionals with knowledge of operational strategies, resource planning, process management, scheduling, and productivity improvement techniques. The course focuses on effective planning, coordination, quality management, and decision-making skills required to improve organizational performance and operational efficiency.

Duration: 6 Months / 370 Hours

Steps to become a GSDCI Certified Professional:

Step 1: Select your Course you want to pursue.

Step 2: Click on get Enroll Now tab, new pop up window will open.

Step 3: Click on pay Course fee, you will be redirected to billing details page.

Step 4: Fill your details and click on pay course fee, you will be redirected to payment gateway, pay fee by any available options like Card (Debit/Credit), Wallet, Paytm, Net banking, UPI and Google pay.

Step 5: You will get Login Credentials of Online E-Books and Online assessment link on your email id, within 48 hrs of payment.

Step 6: After completion of the online assessment, the Digital(PDF) copy of your Diploma & Marksheet will be sent to your registered email ID within 7 days.

Course Modules:

Module 1: Fundamentals of Operations Planning: Introduction to Operations Planning, Role and Importance of Operations Management, Operations Planning Concepts, Production and Service Operations, Operations Strategy Development, Capacity Planning Basics, Resource Planning Principles, Operations Planning Process, Challenges in Operations Planning, Principles of Operational Excellence.

Module 2: Demand Forecasting and Capacity Planning: Demand Forecasting Methods, Market Demand Analysis, Capacity Requirement Planning, Production Capacity Management, Resource Utilization Planning, Workforce Capacity Planning, Equipment and Facility Planning, Forecast Accuracy Measurement, Demand and Supply Balancing, Capacity Optimization Techniques.

Module 3: Production Planning and Scheduling: Production Planning Concepts, Master Production Scheduling, Material Requirement Planning (MRP), Production Scheduling Techniques, Job Sequencing Methods, Workflow Planning, Production Control Systems, Lead Time Management, Bottleneck Identification and Reduction, Production Performance Monitoring.

Module 4: Inventory and Resource Management: Inventory Planning and Control, Inventory Management Techniques, Stock Level Optimization, Safety Stock Planning, Material Management, Resource Allocation Strategies, Procurement Coordination, Warehouse Resource Planning, Inventory Performance Analysis, Cost Control in Operations.

Module 5: Operations Quality and Process Improvement: Quality Management in Operations, Process Analysis Techniques, Lean Operations Management, Six Sigma Principles, Continuous Improvement Methods, Waste Reduction Strategies, Productivity Improvement, Operations Performance Measurement, Problem-Solving Techniques, Quality Control Systems.

Module 6: Strategic Operations Planning and Control: Operations Strategy Formulation, Aggregate Operations Planning, Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP), Operations Control Techniques, Performance Measurement Systems, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in Operations, Operations Risk and Contingency Planning, Decision-Making in Operations Management, Operations Improvement Projects, Strategic Planning for Operational Excellence.

GSDCI Online Assessment Detail:

• Duration- 120 minutes.
• Number of Questions- 60.
• Number of Questions from each module: 10.
• Language: English.
• Exam Type: Multiple Choice Questions.
• Maximum Marks- 600, Passing Marks Above 40%.
• There is no negative marking in any module.

Benefits of the Professional Diploma

1. Globally Recognized Professional Diploma – Earn a professionally designed diploma that enhances your profile and demonstrates industry-relevant knowledge. Widely valued by employers, organizations, and institutions across multiple sectors.

2. Quality Learning with ISO-Certified Standards – Our training programs are developed under ISO-certified quality management practices, ensuring a structured, consistent, and high-quality learning experience.

3. Enhanced Career Opportunities – Strengthen your resume, improve your professional skills, and increase your potential for employment, career advancement, and new job opportunities.

4. Issued by a Non-Profit Skill Development Organization – The diploma is awarded by a mission-driven organization dedicated to promoting skill development, vocational education, and lifelong learning.

5. Comprehensive Learning Resources – Access quality study materials, e-books, practice assessments, mock tests, and learner support to help you successfully complete the program.

6. Secure Online Verification – Every diploma and marksheet is issued with a unique Enrolment ID and QR Code, enabling employers, institutions, and other stakeholders to instantly verify the authenticity of your credential online.

7. Lifetime Validity – The Professional Diploma is issued with lifetime validity and does not require periodic renewal, allowing you to showcase your achievement throughout your career.

8. Flexible Self-Paced Learning – Learn anytime and anywhere at your own pace, making it easy to balance your studies with work, business, or personal commitments.

9. Industry-Relevant Curriculum – The curriculum is designed to focus on practical knowledge, current industry trends, and real-world applications to improve workplace readiness.

10. Skill-Based Professional Qualification – Demonstrates your commitment to continuous professional development and validates your practical knowledge and skills in the subject area.

Job Opportunities after Professional Diploma in Operations Planning

Graduates gain knowledge of operations management, production planning, resource allocation, process improvement, workflow management, inventory coordination, and business operations strategies, preparing them for careers in operations and management sectors.

Key Career Options: Operations Executive, Operations Coordinator, Planning Executive, Production Planner, Process Improvement Associate, Supply Chain Coordinator, Inventory Planner, Business Operations Analyst, Operations Supervisor, Operations Consultant.

Salary Range (India):
Entry-level: ₹3–6 LPA
Mid-level: ₹6–12 LPA
Senior-level: ₹12–20+ LPA

Industries Hiring Graduates: Manufacturing Industries, Logistics Companies, Retail Businesses, E-Commerce Organizations, FMCG Companies, Service Industries, Supply Chain Firms, Technology Companies, and Multinational Companies.

Skills Developed: Operations planning, resource management, process optimization, production scheduling, inventory control, workflow management, problem-solving, performance analysis, supply chain coordination, and operational decision-making.

Graduates can progress to roles like Operations Manager, Business Operations Specialist, Process Improvement Manager, Supply Chain Manager, or develop expertise in strategic operations planning with experience and industry knowledge.