INSS 540 - Fundamentals of Quantitative and Statistical Skills for Managers

3 hours.
3 Credits

This course provides an understanding of analytical and managerial tools and concepts that are used to help manage important operations functions. It provides a foundation for understanding the operations of a business or manufacturing facility. Students will learn how a company’s technology, facility configuration, processes, trading relation-ships and management practices enable it to effectively and efficiently serve its markets. The course covers such topics as production and inventory control, scheduling, and quality control. Students will be able to implement various techniques used in operations management based on knowledge of college algebra, statistics and Excel spreadsheet.