Program Overview

Graduate Certificate in Productivity Improvement

The Graduate Certificate in Productivity Improvement is designed for engineers seeking career advancement or a competitive edge in their current job. This certificate program provides specialized skills and knowledge to increase potential through improved efficiency and effectiveness.

Program Overview

The program offers flexible course options covering a broad range of topics essential to enhancing productivity, including quality, workflow and supply chain analysis, systems design, decision-making, and more. It also provides insights into the latest tools and techniques in areas such as human factors, robotics, automation, and data analytics.

Program Features

• Experiential learning: Courses provide practical experience with cutting-edge tools and technology.
• Convenient location: The campus is situated in the heart of automotive manufacturing, collaborating closely with area industries.
• Dedicated career support: The career services team helps secure full-time positions or internships.
• Flexibility: The program offers flexibility to balance work, life, and study, with evening in-person and online options.

Career Opportunities

The Graduate Certificate in Productivity Improvement prepares students for promising growth opportunities in industrial, manufacturing, and systems engineering. Employment of industrial engineers is projected to grow 10 percent over the next decade. Specialized training can lead to higher earning potential, with demand for professionals across industries, including:

• Automotive
• Banking and finance
• Consulting
• Energy and utilities
• Government
• Health care
• Manufacturing
• Supply chain and logistics
• Technology
• Transportation

Curriculum

The program requires 4-5 courses, allowing students to tailor their program to their goals. Courses include:

• Statistical Quality Analysis
• Lean Principles and Application
• Product Lifecycle Management
• Production Systems and Workflow Analysis
• Supply Chain Modeling and Analysis
• Engineering Decision Analysis
• E-commerce and ERP
• Foundations of Systems Engineering I
• Statistical Methods in Engineering
• Engineering Operations Research Stochastic Models
• Computer Simulation of Discrete Event Systems
• Computer-Integrated Manufacturing Systems
• Additional courses, such as Engineer Project Management, Human Factors, Robotic Systems, Industrial Automations Systems, Data Analytics, and more.

Related Programs

Other engineering graduate degree programs at Oakland University include:

• Master of Science in Industrial and Systems Engineering
• Master of Science in Systems Engineering
• Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering
• Master of Sciences in Mechatronic Systems Engineering

Accreditation

Oakland University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.