Courses / Faculty of Sciences and Technology

Specialization course in Production Management: KAIZEN™ Model

General Objectives of the Course

This course aims to train participants in supply chain management methodologies, using the Just In Time flow creation model, which synergistically integrates Logistics with Production Planning. Additionally, it proposes to introduce the KAIZEN™ Change Management Model, aiming to facilitate the implementation of a Culture of Continuous Improvement within teams. Furthermore, it aims to convey to participants the essential principles for the industrialization of operations, providing appropriate management tools for various industrial scenarios.

Admission Requirements

Engineering Degree or Master Degree in Engineering.

Candidates should check the admission requirements available on this site, in addition to the information provided here.

Mode of Study

Face-to-face

Teaching / Evaluation language(s)

Portuguese

Examination Regulations, Assessment and Grading

Qualitative evaluation.

Learning Objectives and Intended Skills

After completing this course, participants are expected to have acquired skills that will enable them to: (1) Gain an in-depth understanding of the Toyota Production System model; (2) Comprehensive comprehension of the TFM model: Flow Improvement; (3) Lead improvement projects in various production areas; (4) Learn to develop improvement solutions aimed at optimizing production and internal logistics processes; (5) Analyze and increase the profitability of industrial processes; (6) Understand exemplary cases of KAIZEN™ Lean application in discrete production industries; (7) Understand the KAIZEN™ approach to digitalization challenges in the industry.

Course Coordinator(s)

Cristóvão Silva
cristovao.silva@dem.uc.pt

Qualification Requirements and Regulations

Regulations for the creation and operation of Non-Degree Courses at the University of Coimbra

Study Programme

Gestão da Produção: Modelo KAIZEN™

Academic year
2023-2024

Course Type
Non Degree Course

Qualification Awarded: Diploma/Certificate

Duration: 54 HORAS

ECTS Credits: 2.0