The content of this short course explains how manufacturing enterprises are repositioning their businesses to capture growth opportunities and financial success more effectively and efficiently in the evolving Industry 4.0 economy. Business models are progressively more focused on innovation and collaboration opportunities to achieve digitised, virtual and resource-efficient factories. To be successful, modern manufacturing firms must adopt accelerated technological strategies, innovation and knowledge creation while operating in an environment of challenges and opportunities, aiming for economic, social and environmental sustainability. The cyber-physical environment in which they operate inherently involves key technologies, enablers, smart manufacturing systems and processes that need to be properly mastered and managed.

All short courses are completed individually through technology-enhanced distance learning (although student collaboration is encouraged) within a relatively flexible timeframe.

The fee is R 21, 200.00, which includes your online study material. Persons based outside South Africa can pay in US Dollars, Euros or GB Pounds. Payment of fees must be effected before access to the course.

English

Short courses are available internationally. A new cycle starts once a year (July)

Final assessment takes the form of a formative group assignment and an individual examination assignment. A certificate is awarded upon successful completion of the short course. The certificate states that the student has successfully completed the Short Course: ‘Strategic Manufacturing Management In The Evolving Economy’. Should you achieve a distinction, this will be indicated on your certificate.

Short courses are available internationally.

PGB4: Strategic Manufacturing Management in the Evolving Economy.

Classes are inter-active live online.

There are 5 online lecture dates per Module, 09h00 to 12h00.

Working professionals who wish to deepen their knowledge and understanding of how strategic manufacturing management is practised in the evolving Industry 4.0 economy.

Study materials include a textbook, live online lectures, lecture videos, a tutorial letter, and a detailed step-by-step study guide, which guides the student through the syllabus and the practical assignments.

Professor Pieter Steyn Pr Eng, BSc Eng, MBA, DCom