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OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT INNOVATION (OMNI) PROGRAMME
INTRODUCTION
The Skills Framework Operations MaNagement Innovation (OMNI) Programme is a joint initiative by the Singapore Institute of Manufacturing Technology (SIMTech), a research institute of the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) and the SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) Agency. The objective is to train key personnel - engineers, managers and senior staff of companies to be technology innovators to achieve manufacturing excellence. This is accomplished by promoting the use of operations management techniques and technologies that support a company’s strategy. This will ensure that operations improvements are both effective (align to company’s strategy) and efficient (achieve productivity gains).
About the WSQ OMNI Programme
The programme offers a proven Operations Management Innovation methodology (OmniMethodology™) based on R&D, proven through highly successful applications in various sectors of the manufacturing industry. It consists of
two parts: classroom training and mentorship.
The classroom training focuses on transferring knowledge in operations management and use of this methodology. The mentorship reinforces the classroom learning by applying the said methodology in the student’s company. At this
on-site training, the participant will identify operations improvement areas, generate suitable initiatives and develop implementation action plans that are based on productivity improvements, mentored by SIMTech’s trainers.
Uniqueness of the Skills Framework OMNI Programme
As operations management is a continuous improvement process, this programme equips participants with the necessary knowledge and skills, to systematically use the OmniMethodology™ to continuously improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the companies’ operations. This is similar to ensuring that companies can use this methodology to ‘fish’ for a life-time rather than be provided with fish for a day.
Who Should Join
This programme is relevant for:
- Management officers/directors
- Supply chain/procurement/logistics managers and senior staff
- Inventory/warehouse management managers and senior staff
- Manufacturing/production/engineering managers and senior staff
- Industrial engineering managers and senior staff
- Operations management managers and senior staff
What our trainees say
The OMNI programme course content covered everything from operation to process optimisation and supply chain management. The content is engaging and comprehensive. The facilitators are very approachable, knowledgeable and able to give supportive feedback for discussions and questions. I have gained a lot of experience from other learners. Highly recommend (the course) for those looking for deeper understanding, to enhance their skills and to gain confidence in this field of operation management.
Ms Hnin Ko,
Participant from OMNI CU1 Jul 2024 intake
Good structure for the manufacturing and service industry to adopt for company-wide improvement. Especially on Value Stream mapping (VSM), which SIMTech has improved to a digital template. Clear linkage between business objectives and initiatives for all levels to visualize the activities to do and be done.
Mr Ricky Chng,
Participant from OMNI CU1 Jul 2024 intake
The trainers are very professional and knowledgeable. Practical and up-to-date case studies were used and I benefited a lot from attending the training.
Mr Chan Ee Chong,
Participant from OMNI CU1 Jul 2024 intake
A good course for you to have an overview of your company's processes where you are able to identify gaps and opportunities to improve the processes.
Mr Wong Ngai Keen,
Participant from Dec 2023 intake
Our success stories
Find out how these organisations have benefitted from having their employees participate in the OMNI programme.
List of Modules
Module 1: Apply Operations Improvement Fundamentals (40 hours)
About this Course
ABOUT THIS COURSE
This unit provides the necessary fundamental knowledge and concepts needed to understand operations management by introducing key concepts in operations improvement and productivity through:
- Alignment of operations improvement to a company’s strategic intent,
- Assessment of the performance of operations improvement based on productivity measurements,
- Methods, tools and technologies that can be used to improve operations improvement, and
- Application of the Operations Management Innovation methodology (OmniMethodology™) as a systematic approach to operations improvement that are effective and efficient.
On completion of this unit, participants will be ready to embark on an on-site company training mentored by SIMTech’s trainers using the OmniMethodology™. This is the first step towards becoming a technology innovator of a company.
Module Outline
- Understand the fundamental concept of operations improvement and productivity
- Understand the important link between business competitive strategy and operations improvement and productivity
- Understand the approach to measure the performance of operations improvement and productivity
- Understand the techniques and tools for operations improvement Understand the operations management innovation methodology
Upon Completion of This Course
Upon Completion of this Course
Electronic Statement of Attainment (SOA) certificates (in OpenCerts Formats) will be issued by SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) to participants who have attended and attained competency in the Singapore Skills Framework training modules.
Participants must also meet the following criteria to receive their SOAs:
- Achieve at least 75% course attendance;
- Take all assessments; and
- Pass the course.
Find out more about the WSQ SOA certificate.
Note: Trainees will have to bear the full course fee upon failure to meet either one of the criteria.
Module 2: Improve Operations Actions Using OmniMethodology™ (On-site Mentorship) (40 hours)
About this Course
ABOUT THIS COURSE
This unit trains participants to evaluate and identify operations improvement areas and set performance objectives. This is done using the OmniMethodology™ as a systematic approach to operations improvement that is both effective and efficient. This unit leverages on the knowledge learned in “Apply Operations Improvement Fundamentals”. The training will be company-based, with both on-site company sessions and scheduled review sessions. Upon completion of this unit, the participants will be ready to embark on the identification of suitable initiatives that can help the company improve its operations, achieve its competitive strategy and performance targets identified. This is the second step towards becoming a technology innovator of a company.
Module Outline
- Identify activity landscape Identify operations improvement areas
- Assess current productivity of operations improvement areas
- Consolidate business strategy, objectives, improvement areas, and productivity
Upon Completion of This Course
Upon Completion of this Course
Electronic Statement of Attainment (SOA) certificates (in OpenCerts Formats) will be issued by SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) to participants who have attended and attained competency in the Singapore Skills Framework training modules.
Participants must also meet the following criteria to receive their SOAs:
- Achieve at least 75% course attendance;
- Take all assessments; and
- Pass the course.
Find out more about the WSQ SOA certificate.
Note: Trainees will have to bear the full course fee upon failure to meet either one of the criteria.
About the trainers
Dr Roland Lim, 
Mr Toh Ming Hon, 
Mr Ma Bin, Dr Roland Lim
Mr Toh Ming Hon
Mr Ma Bin
Contact Us
- For technical enquiries, please contact:
Mr MA Bin,
Email: bma@SIMTech.a-star.edu.sg
- For general enquiries, please contact:
Knowledge Transfer Office,
Email: KTO-enquiry@SIMTech.a-star.edu.sg
Registration
- Please register for this course through our Course Registration Form for Public Classes.
- For the first question, please select "Modular Programmes (Standalone Modules)".
- Applicants will be placed on our waiting list if the course does not have an upcoming scheduled intake.
- Once the next intake is confirmed to commence, SIMTech will contact the applicants to share the class information.
Schedules
Module | Skills Course Reference Number | Next Intake(s)'s Training Period
(Click on the dates to view its schedules) | Registration Status |
| TGS-2018502720 |  14 Jul 2025 - 29 Sep 2025 |
Module | Skills Course Reference Number | Next Intake(s)'s Training Period
(Click on the dates to view its schedules) | Registration Status |
| TGS-2018502727 | The next intake's schedule is still in the planning stage. |
Participating companies are encouraged to register a minimum of 2 participants for each OMNI intake/batch to optimise the learning outcomes during class discussions.
Note: SIMTech and ARTC reserve the right to change the class/schedule/course fee or any details about the course without prior notice to the participants.
Announcement:
- From 1 Oct 2023, attendance-taking for SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG)'s funded courses must be done digitally via the Singpass App. More information may be viewed here.
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