The Industry Operations Leadership & Management Program
McMaster University in collaboration with The Strong Link have launched The Industry Operations Leadership and Management (IOLM) Professional Certificate Program. The IOLM Program is an adaptable, modular, practical, applied program aimed at managers and supervisors in industry.
An industry-first driven approach will enable candidates to learn directly from leaders in industry as well as academic instructors, to derive relevant, real-world insights and capabilities to drive transition and scale of their own industry business units.
This McMaster University Professional Certificate Program will inform, educate, mentor, and practically assess critical competencies needed to transform, sustain, and scale industry 4.0 operations.
Tailored to Fit Your Needs
The IOLM Program is designed to be flexible and adaptable to meet specific individual & business needs. The Program consists of five Industry-specific certification courses.
Each course has a duration of three 6-hour sessions
IOLF
Industry Operations Leadership Fundamentals
Nov 16, 23, 30, 2020
On the IOLF course, candidates will gain a strong understanding of the anatomy of high-performance teams and industry 4.0 business unit operations.
The course will focus on high-performance leadership, strategic alignment, communication, tactical execution, disruption management, and performance management. Candidates will be able to assess, define, and optimize current leadership and operations approaches.
Learn more on the course webpage
TPE
Tactical Planning & Execution
Jan 11, 18, 25, 2021
The TPE course will enable candidates with the first-hand knowledge needed to develop a high-performance industry team, and the competencies needed to execute efficiently within an industry operation.
The candidates will focus on intent-based leadership, team development, tactical level operations execution, performance & disruption management, and driving continuous improvement. Candidates will be equipped to drive high-performance tactical industry operations.
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IBUO
Industry Business Unit Operations
Feb 08, 22, Mar 01, 2021
The IBUM course candidates will develop the operational competencies and industry-insights needed to maneuver, sustain, and efficiently execute and industry business unit (IBU).
Candidates will focus on understanding the anatomy of an IBU, supply chain management, the digitization of industry operations, key operational tools, project planning, change management, strategies to scale, as well as threat & disruption management. Candidates will be equipped to undertake and optimize Industry 4.0 Business Unit Operation.
Course webpage coming soon
ALS
Advanced Leadership Skills
Mar 15, 22, 29, 2021
The ALS course is designed to solidify and elevate the leadership skills needed to develop, deploy, and drive high-performance teams.
Candidates will focus on cultivating a high-performance team culture, performance & change management, coaching & mentorship, conflict management, stakeholder buy in communication skills, and instructional technique. Candidates will be equipped with the skills needed to drive a high-performance industry team culture.
Course webpage coming soon
AOS
Advanced Operations Skills
Apr 12, 19, 26, 2021
The AOM course will equip candidates with the competencies and strategies needed to scale industry 4.0 operations.
The course will focus on intent-based strategic execution, lean manufacturing techniques, sustainability, advanced project planning techniques, risk & financial management, cyber-security, forecasting & foreplanning, and auditing. Candidates will be able to assess, maneuver, and scale an industry business unit.
Course webpage coming soon
Take all 5 courses or one at a time
- Each course awards a McMaster University Professional Certificate of Completion for each course under the IOLM Program.
- Each course can be taken individually, and independently from each other to best train, equip, and develop your leadership team.
- Members who complete all five certificate courses will be awarded a sixth certificate: The Industry Operations Leadership & Management Professional Certificate.
Program Lead
Ashan Corea
Email the Program Lead for details