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OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT INNOVATION – LEAN IMPROVEMENT TOWARDS EXCELLENCE (OMNI-LITE) (40 HOURS)
introduction
The WSQ OMNI-LITE programme is a joint initiative by the Singapore Institute of Manufacturing Technology (SIMTech), and the SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) Agency. The objective is to train key personnel from manufacturing and service sectors, to be productivity champions who can help their companies achieve operational excellence.
The programme is based on the highly successful WSQ OMNI programme, which has helped many companies to achieve productivity improvements ranging from 20% to 200%. The programme consists of 10 half-day sessions (6 classroom sessions and 4 on-site mentoring sessions) spread over 1 month to 1.5 months. The classroom sessions combine knowledge sharing of key theories, concepts, frameworks, methodologies, tools and techniques; with interactive in-class discussions and hands-on exercises to reinforce the learning. The on-site mentoring sessions involve experienced SIMTech consultants going on-site to the companies for four half-day, 1-on-1 consultation sessions to assist and guide them on the use of the OmniMethodology™ and the implementation of productivity improvement initiatives through a project work.
Course Outline
- Understand the fundamental concept of operations improvement and productivity
- Understand the important link between business competitive strategy, operations improvement and productivity
- Understand and apply the approach to measure the performance
- Understand and apply the techniques and tools Understand and apply the OmniMethodology™
For Whom
This programme is relevant to management, senior staff in supply chain, procurement, logistics, inventory & warehouse management, manufacturing, production, engineering, industrial engineering, operations management and retail services.
Why WSQ OMNI-LITE Programme?
Why WSQ OMNI-LITE Programme?
Designed with the needs of the SMEs in mind, the programme will equip the participants with the necessary knowledge and tools to systematically use OmniMethodology™ so as to accelerate their companies’ journey to achieve a lean state of operation. WSQ OMNI-LITE is one of the strategic manpower development programmes developed in support of the Lean Enterprise Development Scheme (LEDS) by the Ministry of Manpower (MOM).
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.
Pre-Requisites, Full and Nett Course Fees
Pre-Requisites
- Applicants should possess a degree in any discipline or a diploma with a minimum of 3 years of related working experience.
- Applicants who do not have the required academic qualifications are still welcome to apply, but shortlisted candidates may be required to attend an interview for special approval.
- Proficiency in written and spoken English.
Full Course Fee
The full course fee for this course is $6,000 before funding and prevailing GST.
Nett Course Fee
| International Participants | Singapore Citizens aged 39 years and below, Singapore Permanent Residents and LTVP+ Holders | Employer-sponsored and self-sponsored Singapore Citizens aged 40 years and above (MCES) ² | SME-sponsored local employees (i.e Singapore Citizens, Singapore Permanent Residents and LTVP+ Holders) (ETSS) ¹ |
|---|---|---|---|
| $6,540 | $1,962 | $762 | $762 |
LONG TERM VISIT PASS PLUS (LTVP+) HOLDERS
- The LTVP+ scheme applies to lawful foreign spouses of Singapore Citizens with (i) at least one Singapore Citizen child or are expecting one from the marriage, or at least three years of marriage, and (ii) where the Singapore Citizen sponsor is able to support the family.
- All LTVP+ holders can be identified with their green visit pass cards, with the word ‘PLUS’ printed on the back of the card.
ENHANCED TRAINING SUPPORT FOR SMALL & MEDIUM ENTERPRISE (SMEs) SCHEME (ETSS)
The ¹Enhanced Training Support for Small & Medium Enterprises (SMEs) scheme (ETSS) is for company-sponsored participants who are subject to the eligibility criteria shown below:
SMEs that meet all of the following eligibility criteria:
SME-sponsored Trainees:
Further Info: This scheme is intended for all organisations, including non-business entities not registered with ACRA e.g. VWOs, societies, etc. Only ministries, statutory boards, and other government agencies are NOT eligible under Enhanced Training Support for SMEs Scheme. Sole proprietorships which meet all of the above criteria are also eligible. |
SKILLSFUTURE MID-CAREER ENHANCED SUBSIDY (MCES)
- The ²SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES) is meant for employer-sponsored and self-sponsored Singapore Citizens aged 40 years old and above.
SkillsFuture Credit
- All Singaporeans aged 25 years old and above are eligible for SkillsFuture Credit (Opening SkillsFuture Credit and One-off SkillsFuture Credit Top Up) which can be used to offset course fees (for self-sponsored registrations only).
How course fees are calculated
| TYPE | CATEGORY OF INDIVIDUALS | |||
| International Participants | Singapore Citizens aged 39 years and below, Singapore Permanent Residents and LTVP+ Holders | Employer-sponsored and self-sponsored Singapore Citizens aged 40 years and above | SME-sponsored local employees (i.e. Singapore Citizens, Singapore Permanent Residents and LTVP+ Holders) | |
| FUNDING SOURCE | ||||
| Not applicable for SkillsFuture Funding | SkillsFuture Funding (Baseline) | SkillsFuture Mid-career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES) ² | SkillsFuture Enhanced Training Support for SMEs (ETSS) ¹ | |
| Full Course Fee | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
| SkillsFuture Funding | Not Applicable | ($4,200) | ($5,400) | ($5,400) |
| Nett Course Fee | $6,000 | $1,800 | $600 | $600 |
| GST 9% | $540 | $162* | $162* | $162* |
| Total Nett Course Fee Payable to Training Provider | $6,540 | $1,962 | $762 | $762 |
About the trainers
Dr Roland Lim, 
Mr Toh Ming Hon, 
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.
Schedule
Module | Skills Course Reference Number | Next Intake(s)'s Training Period
(Click on the dates to view its schedules) | Registration Status |
| TGS-2018502765 | The next intake's schedule is still in the planning stage. |
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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