Production Management

mgest1222  2026-2027  Mons

Production Management
5.00 credits
30.0 h + 10.0 h
Q2
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Teacher(s)
Creemers Stefan;
Language
French
Prerequisites
Basic knowledge of mathematics, statistics and probability.
Main themes
In this course, we cover the following topics:
  1.     The strategic importance of supply chain management.
  2.     The bullwhip effect.
  3.     Inventory management.
  4.     Forecasting.
  5.     Supply chain management.
  6.     Theory of constraints.
  7.     Material requirements planning.
Learning outcomes

At the end of this learning unit, the student is able to :

1 Given the « competencies referential » linked to the LSM Bachelor in Management and Business Engineering, this course mainly develops the following competencies:
  • 2. Mastering a knowledge base
    •     2.4. Activate and apply knowledge to a problem.
  • 3. Apply a scientific approach
    •     3.1 Use clear, structured analytical reasoning to describe and analyze a concrete problem.
    •     3.4. Synthesize essential elements in order to make a diagnosis and draw conclusions.
    •     3.5. Identify implementable solutions and priorities.
  • 9. Development
    •     9.1. Manage work autonomously.
At the end of the class, the student will be able to:
  •  Analyze and improve operational and supply chain processes.
        Understand and manage the bullwhip effect.
        Understand and apply forecasting techniques.
        Understand and apply the fundamentals of inventory management.
        Understand and apply constrained production.
        Understand and apply materials planning systems.
Students also learn to work with Microsoft Excel to:
  •     Manage inventory.
  •     Make forecasts.
  •     Solve production-related optimization problems.  
 
Content
This course covers the following topics:
  1. Material requirements planning.
  2. Forecasting.
  3. Inventory management.
  4. Theory of constraints.
  5. Single Machine Scheduling.
Teaching methods
This course uses a mix of:
  • Lectures.
  • Business games.
  • Case studies.
  • ...
Evaluation methods
Written exam of exercises applying the concepts and methods seen in the course. The exam is a closed-book exam (except for a formula sheet, which will be provided at the exam). If you fail the exam, you have to retake the exam.
Other information
The use of AI is not permitted.
Teaching materials
  • L'ensemble des supports de cours sera mis à disposition dès le début de la formation / All course material will be made available at the start of the course.
Faculty or entity
> CLSM


Programmes / formations proposant cette unité d'enseignement (UE)

Title of the programme
Sigle
Credits
Prerequisites
Learning outcomes
Bachelor : Business Engineering
INGM1BA
5
Bachelor in Management
GESM1BA
5