Course Overview
EDB Singapore highlighted that "The vibrancy of our manufacturing ecosystem has led companies to site not just production facilities, but the full suite of headquarters, R&D, and supply chain management functions in Singapore to serve the region."
In support of the manufacturing ecosystem, be empowered to boost your organisation's productivity and service levels. In this course, you will learn process and service improvement techniques, logistics management, decision analysis, systems thinking, and ways to manage projects and organisational development.
You can also sit for selected credential examinations such as; Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or Project Management Professional offered by the Project Management Institute (PMI) and Six-Sigma Green Belt certification offered by Singapore Quality Institute (SQI) and American Society of Quality (ASQ). These will definitely enhance your employment opportunities as you navigate tomorrow's disruptive economy.
Entry Requirements
‘O’ Levels |
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Higher Nitec |
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Nitec |
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Higher Nitec in Technology/Services |
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Nitec in Technology/Services |
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WSQ Qualification |
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Without relevant academic qualifications |
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Applicants who do not meet the entry requirements may be considered for admission to the course based on supporting evidence of competency readiness. Suitable applicants who are shortlisted may have to go through an interview and/or entrance test. The Polytechnic reserves the right to shortlist and admit applicants.
What You'll Learn
To be awarded the Diploma in Engineering (Operations & Systems Management), participants are required to complete a total of 5 modular certificates (MCs). A certificate will be issued upon successful completion of each MC.
Modular Certificate in Process & Service Improvement
The certificate provides participants with proven techniques to help address systemic process issues that may be holding back an organisation from reaching maximum efficiency. Participants will be able to learn the root causes of process difficulties and apply this knowledge to reduce variation, remove activities that contribute no value to the product or service produced, improve customer satisfaction and alleviate wasteful frustration.
Modular Certificate in Logistics Management
The certificate provides participants with a broad understanding of the supply chain from supplier to customer, and to the ways in which operations may be continuously enhanced to improve business performance. Participants will be able to learn how organisations produce and distribute goods and services in the most efficient and cost-effective manner.
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EPEF004 | Inventory Management
Inventory management is an important part of a business because inventories usually incur the largest expense in business operations. This subject will impart an operational knowledge and understanding of inventory management principles and techniques, roles and responsibilities, and the impact that inventory can have on a business. Topics such as inventory management fundamentals, ordering fulfilment and production planning will also be covered. |
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EPEF005 | Engineering Economy
This subject provides a basic understanding of the economic aspects of operational applications, elements of costs and costing methods, and the relationship between cost behaviour and profit. Students are expected to analyse different investment alternatives for economic decision making. Various methodologies to measure business performance will also be discussed. |
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EPEF006 | Supply Chain Management
This subject covers the concept behind supply chain management in competitive business survival and key strategies that can improve supply chain management performance of an enterprise. It also covers the importance of managing stocks, and selecting appropriate distributing and transportation network. |
Modular Certificate in Decision Analysis
The certificate provides participants with analytics techniques that can help to optimize productivity and profitability across every organisational department. Participants will learn how to ensure that the data is properly collected, prepared and analysed to meet ever-changing customer demands incorporating real world constraints, as well as ways to optimise production and distribution channels.
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EPEF007 | Decision Methods
This subject provides an introduction to the decision making process and the models applicable to solve various decision problems. It will cover methods and techniques for decision making such as linear programming, network models and decision trees. |
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EPEF008 | Data Collection and Analysis
The subject will equip students with advanced techniques that streamline the data collection and preparation stage of the analytical process to deliver faster and more accurate data analysis results. Using software, students can easily identify suspicious or invalid cases, variables and data values. |
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EPEF009 | Statistics for Decision Making
The subject provides an introduction to basic statistical concepts. Topics include descriptive statistics, probability distributions, estimation of population parameter, hypothesis testing, and linear regression. |
Modular Certificate in Systems Thinking & Methods
The certificate provides participants with the technical knowledge and competency to analyse an organisation’s processes from a systems perspective and undertake lean six sigma project.
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EPEF010 | Six Sigma Methods
This subject introduces students to Six Sigma concepts that help to improve bottom-line performance and provide a competitive advantage from process improvement, enterprise speed and agility. Six Sigma is about improving quality and minimizing errors. The DMADV (define, measure, analyse, design, verify) method will also be covered and students will be able to appreciate the different circumstances which require the use of each method. |
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EPEF011 | Systems Concepts
This subject provides an overview of systems thinking concepts, including tools such as “causal loop diagrams” and “systems archetypes”. Students will be introduced to techniques which will enable them to look at problems and issues from a systems perspective so as to be able to design effective interventions. |
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EPEF012 | Systems Modelling and Simulation
This subject provides an introduction to fundamental concepts of system modelling and simulation. Topics include basic model development, input analysis, modelling and statistical analysis. A simulation software will be extensively used as a platform to enhance student understanding and practical applications of the subject. |
Modular Certificate in Organisational Management
This certificate provides participants with the technical knowledge and competency to manage projects.
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EPEF013 | Organisational Behaviour
This subject introduces students to organizational theory and its application to dynamic organizations. It will focus on three levels of analysis: individual, group, and the organization as a whole. The subject will explore the impact of behaviours and attitudes on others within organizational settings, the dynamics of organizational structure and behaviour as they operate in today’s dynamic learning environment. |
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EPEF014 | Project Management
This subject introduces students to the various aspects of managing projects. Students will acquire the knowledge and skills to plan, execute, monitor, control and close projects. A standard project management software will be used to enhance students’ learning. |
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EPEF015 | Quality Management Systems
This subject provides an overview of general management systems used in industries. Students will acquire the knowledge and requisite skills in planning a Quality Management System and Environmental Management System as well as conduct a Quality Audit. Practical sessions to set up a simple quality management system, starting from writing a quality procedure to conducting an audit, will be carried out. |
Modes of Assessment
- Assignments
- Term tests
- Written examinations
Graduates can look forward to career opportunities in multiple industries as well and in functional roles such as:
● Productivity Manager
● Quality Assurance Engineer (or Assistant Engineer)
● Operations Executive
● Project Engineer
● Product Quality Engineer
● Customer Service Lead
● Logistics Head
Intake Info | Application Period | Course Duration | |
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April 2024 |
To be announced |
2.5 Years |
APPLY / REGISTER INTEREST |
Online application may close earlier for courses with overwhelming response.
For details on Application and Admission Process, please click here.
Fees Type | Course Fees per MC (w GST) |
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Singapore Citizens |
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Aged 40 and above (Individual or SME-sponsored) | S$327.42 |
Aged below 40 | S$500.76 |
SME-sponsored aged below 40 | S$338.76 |
Others & Repeat Students | S$3,351.24 |
Non-Singapore Citizens | |
Singapore Permanent Residents | S$1,380.24 |
SME-sponsored (Singapore Permanent Residents) | S$362.88 |
Others & Repeat Students | S$3,440.88 |
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Course fees payable is based on per Modular Certificate.
Course fees will be reviewed by MOE on an annual basis and adjusted accordingly.
MOE subsidy will not be applicable for students who repeat a module or semester.
With effect from 1 Jul 2020, the Workforce Training Scheme (WTS) will be replaced by the Work Support Scheme (WSS); for more information, please visit:
https://www.wsg.gov.sg/programmes-and-initiatives/workfare-skills-support-scheme-individuals.html
Course Contact
- tsa_acadcet@tp.edu.sg
- 67881212
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Monday - Thursday: 8:30am - 6:00pm
Friday: 8:30am - 5:30pm
Closed during lunchtime, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
and on weekends and public holidays. - https://www.tp.edu.sg/tsa
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Temasek SkillsFuture Academy (TSA)
Temasek Polytechnic
East Wing, Block 1A, Level 3, Unit 4
21 Tampines Ave 1
Singapore 529757
Temasek Polytechnic reserves the right to alter the course, modify the scale of fee, amend any other information or cancel course with low enrolment.