This course will provide an evolving survey of leading-edge topics in operations management. Current topics include: world class manufacturing, manufacturing as a competitive weapon, competing on quality, competing on productivity, competing on new products and processes, planning and implementing operations strategies over time, health and safety as a competitive advantage. Student groups will be required to prepare case studies and a major paper. (Formerly MGT 528) Lect: 3 hrs. Prerequisite: GMS 401 or MGT 401 or Direct Entry Course Weight: 1.00 Billing Units: 1
