Work Measurement and Time Study (QP-027) Training Course

Work Measurement and Time Study

Reliable time standards are needed for capacity planning, costing, scheduling, staffing and productivity improvement. Work measurement provides objective methods to…

5 daysClassroom or online

13Upcoming dates

8Cities

£2,840Fees from

Course overview

Why Attend

Reliable time standards are needed for capacity planning, costing, scheduling, staffing and productivity improvement. Work measurement provides objective methods to establish them.

This LLMI course explains method study and work measurement techniques: time study, rating, allowances, predetermined motion time systems, work sampling, standard data, and the use of standards in planning and improvement. Participants conduct time studies and calculate standard times.

The course balances technical accuracy with fair and transparent application.

Course Objectives

Explain the purpose of method study and work measurement

Conduct time studies and apply rating

Apply allowances to calculate standard times

Use work sampling and predetermined time systems

Develop standard data

Apply standards to planning and improvement

Target Audience

Industrial engineers

Production planners

Operations managers

Continuous improvement professionals

Supervisors

Cost analysts

Course Methodology

Practical exercises

Video-based time studies

Calculation workshops

Case studies

Group discussions

Course outline

1Day 1: Work Study Foundations

Productivity and work study
Method study
Work measurement
Ethics and transparency
Uses of standards
Exercise: Method study

2Day 2: Time Study

Equipment
Breaking work into elements
Timing techniques
Performance rating
Number of cycles
Lab: Time study

3Day 3: Standard Times

Allowances
Calculating standard time
Validating standards
Documentation
Updating standards
Exercise: Standard time calculation

4Day 4: Other Techniques

Work sampling
Predetermined motion time systems
Standard data
Estimating
Technology tools
Lab: Work sampling

5Day 5: Applying Standards

Capacity planning
Staffing
Costing
Performance measurement
Improvement
Capstone: Work measurement study

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Work Measurement and Time Study course?

The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.

When is the next Work Measurement and Time Study course?

The next public date is 21 - 25 Dec 2026 in Frankfurt. There are 13 upcoming dates in total.

Where is this course held?

Upcoming sessions run in Frankfurt, Dubai, Istanbul, Vienna, Barcelona, Paris, Geneva, Cape Town.

Can I take Work Measurement and Time Study online?

Yes. Every date can also be joined live online in a virtual classroom with the trainer, for £1,280 per participant. Choose "Live online" in the dates table when you register.

How much does the course cost?

Fees start from £2,840 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.

Work Measurement and Time Study

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