Executive Master in Strategic Finance and Business Leadership

Course Title:  Operations Management - KPIs

Course ID:   260824 0101 1080Proj

Course Dates :          24/08/2026            Course Duration :   5   Studying Day/s  Course Location: London,   United Kingdom

Language:  English

Course Category:  Professional and CPD Training Programs

Course Category:          Business Decision Making Leadership & Management Development Organisational Effectiveness Professional Practice & Standards Strategic Management 

Course Certified By:

  Projacs Academy & LondonUni - Executive Management Training


* Professional Training and CPD Programs
Leading to:
Executive Diploma Certificate
Leading to:
Executive Mini Masters Certificate
Leading to
Executive Masters Certificate

Certification Will Be Issued:  From London, United Kingdom


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Course outlines

Course

 Operations Management - KPIs

Outlines

Executive Master in Strategic Finance and Business Leadership

Course Information

Introduction

This five-day course teaches how to choose, measure and manage KPIs that improve operational performance. You will learn practical methods for KPI design, data collection, dashboarding and root-cause analysis. Course work uses real datasets and scenario-based exercises. By the end, you will be able to turn operational data into clear actions and measurable improvement.

Objectives

1. Define a KPI framework that links strategy, customer requirements and day-to-day processes.
2. Design specific KPIs for throughput, quality, cost and service, including formulas, data sources and frequency.
3. Build concise dashboards and reports that highlight trends, variance and exceptions.
4. Diagnose performance issues using KPI patterns and root-cause techniques, and translate findings into corrective actions.
5. Establish governance: set targets, review cadence, escalation paths and continuous improvement loops.

Who Should Attend?

• Operations managers (site or regional) responsible for meeting production or service targets.
• Plant or manufacturing managers who need consistent performance measurement across shifts or lines.
• Service delivery or call-centre managers accountable for SLA and customer experience metrics.
• Continuous improvement, Lean or Six Sigma leads who design process controls and metrics.
• Operations analysts and business analysts who prepare operational reports and dashboards.

Training Method

• Pre-assessment
• Live group instruction
• Use of real-world examples, case studies and exercises
• Interactive participation and discussion
• Power point presentation, LCD and flip chart
• Group activities and tests
• Post-assessment
If Applicable:
• Each participant receives a 7” Tablet containing a copy of the presentation, slides and handouts

Program Support

This program is supported by:
* Interactive discussions
* Role-play
* Case studies and highlight the techniques available to the participants.

Daily Agenda

Daily Schedule (Monday to Friday)
- 09:00 AM – 10:30 AM Technical Session 1
- 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM Technical Session 2
- 12:00 PM – 01:00 PM Technical Session 3
- 01:00 PM – 02:00 PM Lunch Break (If Applicable)
- Participants are expected to engage in guided self-study, reading, or personal reflection on the day’s content. This contributes toward the CPD accreditation and deepens conceptual understanding.
- 02:00 PM – 04:00 PM Self-Study & Reflection

Please Note:
- All training sessions are conducted from Monday to Friday, following the standard working week observed in the United Kingdom and European Union. Saturday and Sunday are official weekends and are not counted as part of the course duration.
- Coffee and refreshments are available on a floating basis throughout the morning. Participants may help themselves at their convenience to ensure an uninterrupted learning experience Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.
- Lunch Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.

Course Outlines

Week 1
Day 1 – Foundations of Operational KPIs

1. Introduction to Performance Measurement
- Understanding the purpose of KPIs
- Aligning KPIs with organisational strategy
- Distinguishing KPIs from operational metrics

2. Building a KPI Framework
- Linking customer requirements to operational objectives
- Identifying critical success factors
- Selecting meaningful performance indicators

3. KPI Design Principles
- Defining measurable and achievable KPIs
- Establishing data sources and ownership
- Determining reporting frequency

Day 2 – Designing Operational KPIs

1. Productivity and Throughput KPIs
- Measuring operational output
- Tracking process efficiency
- Monitoring resource utilisation

2. Quality and Service KPIs
- Measuring quality performance
- Monitoring customer service levels
- Tracking service level agreements (SLAs)

3. Cost and Financial KPIs
- Measuring operational costs
- Monitoring cost efficiency
- Evaluating cost-performance relationships

Day 3 – Dashboards and Performance Reporting

1. Designing KPI Dashboards
- Selecting meaningful visualisations
- Presenting performance trends
- Highlighting exceptions and priorities

2. Data Analysis Techniques
- Interpreting KPI trends
- Comparing actual versus target performance
- Identifying performance gaps

3. Reporting Operational Performance
- Preparing management reports
- Communicating performance insights
- Supporting operational decision-making

Day 4 – Performance Analysis and Improvement

1. Root Cause Analysis
- Identifying underlying performance issues
- Applying structured problem-solving methods
- Prioritising corrective actions

2. Performance Improvement Planning
- Developing action plans
- Assigning responsibilities
- Monitoring implementation progress

3. Continuous Improvement
- Reviewing KPI effectiveness
- Updating operational measures
- Supporting ongoing process improvement

Day 5 – KPI Management Workshop

1. Operational KPI Case Study
- Designing a complete KPI framework
- Selecting appropriate operational measures
- Developing performance dashboards

2. Performance Review Exercise
- Analysing operational datasets
- Identifying root causes of performance issues
- Presenting improvement recommendations

3. KPI Review and Action Planning
- Reviewing KPI management frameworks and reporting practices
- Preparing a personal operational performance improvement plan
- Course review, feedback and implementation planning