Theory, research, and business applications will be considered. Managing, planning, and controlling production and service operations with emphasis on demand forecasting, aggregate planning, production scheduling and inventory management. Planning, developing, and executing a research project related to the field of management or defense studies. Senior standing in Industrial Management or Management and consent of instructor. Theoretical study of the general factors which determine industrial location in a market place economy.
Current literature is surveyed.
A comparison of location theory and actual location patterns is stressed. Senior standing or consent of instructor. Examines the design of systems for production and delivery of goods and services. Emphasizes the impact of alternative designs on the competitive posture of the firm. Discusses the concepts, tools, and techniques for designing facilities and jobs and systems for continuous performance improvement.