Professional training course · PSCM-010
Manufacturing and Production Planning and Control (MPPC)
Efficient manufacturing and production systems are essential for delivering products on time, at the right cost, and with consistent quality. Poor planning and weak…
- 5 daysClassroom or online
- 16Upcoming dates
- 9Cities
- £2,250Fees from
Course overview
Why Attend
Efficient manufacturing and production systems are essential for delivering products on time, at the right cost, and with consistent quality. Poor planning and weak production control can lead to delays, excess inventory, capacity bottlenecks, and increased operational costs. This course provides participants with practical tools and techniques to plan, schedule, and control production activities effectively. It focuses on optimizing resources, improving workflow efficiency, and aligning production output with customer demand and business objectives.
Course Methodology
This course combines manufacturing theory with practical, real-world production planning exercises. Participants will engage in production scheduling simulations, capacity planning workshops, and case studies from manufacturing industries. Hands-on activities will focus on material planning, workflow optimization, and production control techniques. Interactive discussions will highlight best practices in lean manufacturing, demand planning, and operational efficiency.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand core principles of manufacturing and production planning
- Develop effective production plans and schedules
- Optimize capacity utilization and resource allocation
- Implement production control systems and monitoring tools
- Align production planning with demand forecasting
- Reduce production bottlenecks and inefficiencies
- Improve coordination between production, procurement, and logistics
- Apply continuous improvement principles in manufacturing operations
Target Audience
- Production and Manufacturing Managers
- Operations and Plant Managers
- Industrial and Process Engineers
- Supply Chain and Planning Professionals
- Production Supervisors and Team Leaders
- Professionals involved in manufacturing operations
Target Competencies
- Production planning and scheduling
- Capacity planning and optimization
- Manufacturing process control
- Inventory and material requirement planning (MRP)
- Operational efficiency and lean thinking
- Coordination across supply chain functions
- Performance monitoring and KPI management
Course outline
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1Day 1: Fundamentals of Manufacturing and Production Systems
- Overview of manufacturing systems and operations
- Role of production planning and control (PPC)
- Types of production systems (job, batch, mass production)
- Production lifecycle and workflows
- Introduction to lean manufacturing principles
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2Day 2: Production Planning Techniques
- Demand forecasting and production planning integration
- Aggregate planning and master production schedules (MPS)
- Material Requirements Planning (MRP) basics
- Capacity planning and resource allocation
- Balancing demand and production capacity
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3Day 3: Production Scheduling and Control
- Detailed production scheduling techniques
- Job sequencing and priority rules
- Shop floor control systems
- Bottleneck identification and management
- Monitoring production performance
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4Day 4: Inventory, Materials, and Workflow Optimization
- Inventory control in manufacturing environments
- Materials flow and logistics coordination
- Reducing waste and improving efficiency
- Just-in-Time (JIT) production systems
- Quality control integration in production planning
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5Day 5: Performance Improvement and Industry Best Practices
- Key performance indicators (KPIs) in manufacturing
- Continuous improvement (Kaizen, Lean, Six Sigma basics)
- Digital manufacturing and Industry 4.0 overview
- Case studies from global manufacturing companies
- Final workshop: production planning simulation exercise
Schedule
Dates and fees
16 upcoming dates in 9 cities. Fees are per delegate; bring colleagues and every seat is discounted. Every date can also be joined live online for £1,050.
No dates in this city right now. Request a quotation and we will suggest the nearest date.
Join the class in real time from your office or home: live sessions with the trainer, group discussion, course materials and a certificate of completion. Joining details are emailed before the course starts.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Manufacturing and Production Planning and Control (MPPC) course?
The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.
When is the next Manufacturing and Production Planning and Control (MPPC) course?
The next public date is 16 - 20 Nov 2026 in Vienna. There are 16 upcoming dates in total.
Where is this course held?
Upcoming sessions run in Vienna, Amsterdam, Istanbul, Paris, Barcelona, Munich, Kuala Lumpur, Geneva, London.
Can I take Manufacturing and Production Planning and Control (MPPC) online?
Yes. Every date can also be joined live online in a virtual classroom with the trainer, for £1,050 per participant. Choose "Live online" in the dates table when you register.
How much does the course cost?
Fees start from £2,250 per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.
Do participants receive a certificate?
Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.
Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?
Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.
Course information last updated 14 November 2026.
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