Advanced Diploma in Operations Management
Develop the strategic, operational and leadership skills required for senior management responsibilities with the Advanced Diploma in Operations Management from BOLC Academy. Designed for ambitious professionals and experienced managers, this flexible Level 7 programme combines advanced operations knowledge with practical leadership and management training, supporting professional development and long-term career progression.
The Diploma in Management explores how effective leaders coordinate people, processes and resources to improve organisational performance. Across 20 comprehensive modules, candidates examine process management, talent management, quality management, communication, project management, risk management, conflict management and change management. These interconnected disciplines help learners develop stronger management skills, strategic thinking and the confidence to make informed operational decisions.
Successful operations professionals also require considerable people management and workplace leadership capability. The programme therefore explores areas relevant to leading teams, managing performance, communicating effectively and supporting continuous improvement. Candidates develop a broader understanding of how management techniques influence productivity, quality and organisational effectiveness.
Online Study is entirely self-paced, enabling busy professionals to complete their Level 7 Diploma in Operations Management around existing work and personal commitments. All essential learning resources are included, while expert tutor support is available throughout the programme.
Those seeking broader management expertise can also explore BOLC Academy's Leadership & Management portfolio. Our wider Operations Management Courses and professional management programmes support the development of leadership capability across diverse business environments.
This advanced programme is particularly suitable for operations managers, team leaders, supervisors, department heads and professionals preparing for more senior responsibilities. It can also provide valuable knowledge for candidates interested in business management, project leadership and organisational performance.
Strengthen your management capability, develop advanced workplace leadership expertise and prepare for greater professional responsibility with BOLC Academy. Start your Advanced Diploma in Operations Management and take the next step towards becoming a more confident and effective operational leader.
Why Study Operations Management?
A background in operations management could pave the way for an incredible lifelong career. Operations management personnel are tasked with the responsibility of ensuring the business achieves its objectives - on time and within budget. This includes all performance objectives and financial objectives, calling for the strategic deployment and unification of all available resources. The field of operations management touches upon everything that contributes to the success of an organisation. Planning and overseeing projects, talent management and succession planning, purchasing and procurement, creating an ethical culture in the workplace, taking the lead in negotiations, manufacturing and delivery operations - just a few of the operations manager’s areas of expertise. A complex and demanding field, operations management rewards those who succeed with generous salaries and limitless scope for further advancement. Climb towards executive status with your current employer, or take the first step towards starting your own business - it all begins with this endorsed Level 7 Diploma in Operations Management!
At BOLC Academy, we specialise in flexible online training programs for self-paced home study. This advanced Diploma in Operations Management Level 7 comprises 20 in-depth modules, covering the essential topics and knowledge areas outlined below:
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What is Operations Management?
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Process Management
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Supply Chain Management
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Planning & Sourcing Operations
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Talent Management
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Procurement Operations
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Manufacturing & Delivery Operations
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Succession Planning
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Project Management
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Quality Management
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Creative Thinking and Innovation
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Communication Skills
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Negotiation Techniques
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Change Management
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Administrative Skills
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Conflict Management
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Stress Management
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Business Ethics for the Office
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Business Etiquette
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Risk Management
Paying in Installments: £1100 (interest FREE Installments)
Deposit: £320
No of Installments: 12
Each Installment: £65
Pay in Full: (£200 Discount) £900
At the end of this course successful learners will receive a Certificate of Achievement from the Quality Licence Scheme and a Learner Unit Summary (which lists the components the learner has completed as part of the course).
This course and/or training programme has been endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. This course and/or training programme is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. Your training provider will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example progression routes into further and/or higher education. For further information please visit the Learner FAQs on the Quality Licence Scheme website.
To become a skilled and knowledgeable operations manager is to enjoy a privileged position in today’s competitive job market. The operations manager is one of the highest-ranking executives in a company, typically answering to the COO or directly to the CEO. Use your skills, expertise and acumen to climb towards top-level executive status with your preferred employer. Alternatively, learn how to run your own business more confidently and efficiently, with the help of this course. Salaries vary significantly in accordance with location and experience - anything from £30,000 to more than £100,000.
BOLC Academy is proud to offer an extensive portfolio of business management programmes, open to candidates from all backgrounds with no entry requirements to fulfil. This advanced Diploma in Operations Management Level 7 comes highly recommended to the following applicants:
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Ambitious candidates looking to reach the top of the leadership ladder
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Managers, executives and decisionmakers at all levels
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Business owners and anybody considering starting their own business
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Newcomers to management looking to get the strongest possible start
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Operations management personnel looking to expand their knowledge
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Jobseekers working on their CVs and long-term employment prospects
Sign up for this exclusive Level 7 Diploma in Operations Management online in just a few clicks, or reach out to the team at BOLC Academy if you have any questions.
