This course is designed for professionals and students aspiring to
become engineering change leaders within the manufacturing and production
sectors. It is particularly suited for industry leaders, plant managers,
industry consultants, and students who are looking to drive operational
excellence and implement effective change in their organizations.
The course equips participants with advanced observation
techniques, enabling them to systematically analyse and optimize key aspects of
production, from material and information flow to production planning and
control.
Through practical frameworks like Heijunka for production
levelling and visual mapping techniques, participants gain the tools needed to
improve productivity, standardize work processes, and manage shop floor
operations effectively.
Additionally, the course emphasizes leadership development,
guiding participants from followership to influential leadership roles, with a
strong focus on achieving profitability and sustainable growth.
Whether you're a student, a seasoned industry leader, or an
aspiring plant manager, this course prepares you to lead transformative change
in your organization, enhancing both operational performance and strategic
planning capabilities.
| Course Status : | Upcoming |
| Course Type : | Elective |
| Language for course content : | English |
| Duration : | 6 weeks |
| Category : |
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| Credit Points : | 3 |
| Level : | Undergraduate/Postgraduate |
| Start Date : | 12 Jan 2026 |
| End Date : | 30 Apr 2026 |
| Enrollment Ends : | 28 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Date : | |
| Translation Languages : | English |
| NCrF Level : | 6.5 |
| Industry Details : | Engineering & Manufacturing |
Week 1: Advanced Observational
Skills
Week 2: Visual Map 1
Week 3: Heijunka Planning
Week 4: Heijunka Control
Week 5: Standardized Work
Week 6: Shop Floor Leadership
Dr. Saideep Rathnam currently occupies the position of Chief
Operating Officer at Mizuho India Japan Study Centre. He has completed his
Bachelor’s Degree in Science from Bangalore University and holds Bachelor of
Engineering [Electronics & Communication] from Indian Institute of Science,
Bangalore. He is alumnus of IIMB, PGP
batch of 1978-80. He is also a Certified
Chartered Management Accountant [CMA], UK.
He has over 47 years of rich experience in the Industry and
Academia. He started his career in Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. and served for
20+ years in various capacities and functions, including as the Resident
Manager at London [UK], primarily working with British Aerospace, UK. He has
also worked with Anand Automotive Ltd., an auto-component giant in India for
18+ years in various capacities, including as President (Manufacturing
Excellence).
In the Academic Area, he has worked as the Dean of Anand
University, a Corporate University, responsible for leadership and operational
transformation. As a Consultant, he has
also helped companies in the fields of management of change and innovation. He
has worked with Industry bodies and has been driving the Visionary Leaders for
Manufacturing (VLFM) program as a Senior Advisory Committee Member of CII.
He has written a book ‘Creating Next Generation Manufacturing
Change Leaders’, documenting the unique approach for creating industry-ready
engineers trained in the new manufacturing paradigm of flow-oriented
manufacturing
Enrolling and learning from the course is free. However, if you wish to obtain a certificate, you must register and take the proctored exam in person at one of the designated exam centres. The registration URL will be announced when the registration form is open. To obtain the certification, you need to fill out the online registration form and pay the exam fee of Rs.750/-. More details will be provided when the exam registration form is published, including any potential changes. For further information on the exam locations and the conditions associated with filling out the form, please refer to the form.
Grading Components:
Internal Assignment Score: This contributes 25% to the final grade. It is calculated based on the average of the best 3 out of 6 assignments submitted during the course.
Proctored Final Exam Score: This contributes 75% to the final grade and is based on the proctored final exam, which is scored out of 100.
Overall Course Score: The overall course score is the weighted sum of the internal assignment score and the proctored final exam score.
Assessment Type | Weightage |
Weekend Assessment | 25% |
Final Exam | 75% |
Eligibility for Certification:
To qualify for the course certificate, you must meet both of the following criteria:
If either of these conditions is not met, you will not be eligible for certification, even if your final score is 40 or higher (out of 100).
Score | Type of Certificate |
>=90 | Gold |
76 - 89 | Silver |
61 - 75 | Bronze |
40 - 60 | Successfully Completed |
<39 | No Certificate |
Sample Certificate:
Disclaimer: In order to be eligible for the certificate, you must register for enrolment and exams using the same email ID. If different email IDs are used, you will not be considered eligible for the certificate.
The certificate of completion will include your name, photograph, and final exam score, along with a detailed score breakdown.
It will be electronically verifiable through the SWAYAM platform at https://swayam.gov.in/. Please note that only an e-certificate will be issued. Printed or hard copies will not be provided.
We sincerely appreciate your participation and interest in our online courses and certification programs. Wishing you continued success and an enriching learning experience with IIM Bangalore.
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