Global Learning for Operational Leaders
Course PSCM-010
Manufacturing and Production Planning and Control (MPPC)
Efficient manufacturing and production systems are essential for delivering products on time, at the right cost, and wit... The outline covers Fundamentals of Manufacturing and Production Systems, Production Planning Tec...
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17 sessions
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17 sessions
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Introduction
Course overview
Why Attend
Efficient manufacturing and production systems are essential for delivering products on time, at the right cost, and with consistent quality. Poor planning and weak production control can lead to delays, excess inventory, capacity bottlenecks, and increased operational costs. This course provides participants with practical tools and techniques to plan, schedule, and control production activities effectively. It focuses on optimizing resources, improving workflow efficiency, and aligning production output with customer demand and business objectives.
Course Methodology
This course combines manufacturing theory with practical, real-world production planning exercises. Participants will engage in production scheduling simulations, capacity planning workshops, and case studies from manufacturing industries. Hands-on activities will focus on material planning, workflow optimization, and production control techniques. Interactive discussions will highlight best practices in lean manufacturing, demand planning, and operational efficiency.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand core principles of manufacturing and production planning
- Develop effective production plans and schedules
- Optimize capacity utilization and resource allocation
- Implement production control systems and monitoring tools
- Align production planning with demand forecasting
- Reduce production bottlenecks and inefficiencies
- Improve coordination between production, procurement, and logistics
- Apply continuous improvement principles in manufacturing operations
Target Audience
- Production and Manufacturing Managers
- Operations and Plant Managers
- Industrial and Process Engineers
- Supply Chain and Planning Professionals
- Production Supervisors and Team Leaders
- Professionals involved in manufacturing operations
Target Competencies
- Production planning and scheduling
- Capacity planning and optimization
- Manufacturing process control
- Inventory and material requirement planning (MRP)
- Operational efficiency and lean thinking
- Coordination across supply chain functions
- Performance monitoring and KPI management
What you will achieve
Learning objectives
- Understand core principles of manufacturing and production planning
- Develop effective production plans and schedules
- Optimize capacity utilization and resource allocation
- Implement production control systems and monitoring tools
- Align production planning with demand forecasting
- Reduce production bottlenecks and inefficiencies
- Improve coordination between production, procurement, and logistics
- Apply continuous improvement principles in manufacturing operations
Who should attend
Target audience
- Production and Manufacturing Managers
- Operations and Plant Managers
- Industrial and Process Engineers
- Supply Chain and Planning Professionals
- Production Supervisors and Team Leaders
- Professionals involved in manufacturing operations
- Target Competencies
- Production planning and scheduling
Methodology
Learning approach
- This course combines manufacturing theory with practical, real-world production planning exercises. Participants will engage in production scheduling simulations, capacity planning workshops, and case studies from manufacturing industries. Hands-on activities will focus on material planning, workflow optimization, and production control techniques. Interactive discussions will highlight best practices in lean manufacturing, demand planning, and operational efficiency.
Course content
Five focused days of learning and application
Day 1
Fundamentals of Manufacturing and Production Systems
- Overview of manufacturing systems and operations
- Role of production planning and control (PPC)
- Types of production systems (job, batch, mass production)
- Production lifecycle and workflows
- Introduction to lean manufacturing principles
Day 2
Production Planning Techniques
- Demand forecasting and production planning integration
- Aggregate planning and master production schedules (MPS)
- Material Requirements Planning (MRP) basics
- Capacity planning and resource allocation
- Balancing demand and production capacity
Day 3
Production Scheduling and Control
- Detailed production scheduling techniques
- Job sequencing and priority rules
- Shop floor control systems
- Bottleneck identification and management
- Monitoring production performance
Day 4
Inventory, Materials, and Workflow Optimization
- Inventory control in manufacturing environments
- Materials flow and logistics coordination
- Reducing waste and improving efficiency
- Just-in-Time (JIT) production systems
- Quality control integration in production planning
Day 5
Performance Improvement and Industry Best Practices
- Key performance indicators (KPIs) in manufacturing
- Continuous improvement (Kaizen, Lean, Six Sigma basics)
- Digital manufacturing and Industry 4.0 overview
- Case studies from global manufacturing companies
- Final workshop: production planning simulation exercise
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What does Manufacturing and Production Planning and Control (MPPC) (PSCM-010) cover?
This course covers Procurement and Supply Chain Management through a structured five-day outline focused on practical application, discussion, and implementation planning.
When is the next available session?
The next scheduled session starts on 18 - 22 May 2026, with additional classroom dates and mirrored Online / Live options listed in the course schedules section.
Who should attend this course?
Production and Manufacturing Managers, Operations and Plant Managers, Industrial and Process Engineers
How can I register for a session?
Use any Register button next to the available course dates to open the participant registration page and submit your booking request for the selected session.
Is this course available online as well as classroom-based?
Yes. The course detail page includes both classroom sessions and Online / Live sessions, with online options aligned to the same course dates for easier planning.
Where are classroom sessions delivered?
Current classroom venues include Barcelona, Munich, Kuala lumpur, Amsterdam, London, Paris, Istanbul, Vienna.
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