Operations Manager

What does an Operations Manager do?

Operations managers are directly responsible for the production of goods or provision of services. They coordinate a variety of departments to achieve company goals.

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What skills do you need to be an Operations Manager?

Operations managers undertake planning, control and coordination activities related to a variety of industries including manufacture, mining and forestry.

• Liaise with senior managers to understand and work within sales and profit goals
• Communicate effectively to ensure the smooth running of company operations
• Effectively control and oversee budgets, managing resources accordingly
• Plan production details with particular regard to resource requirements and costs
• Ensure adherence to standard setting and quality control procedures
• Ensure compliance with the relevant legal requirements including health and safety regulations

How to become an Operations Manager 

To pursue the career pathway of Operations Manager, you'll ideally have a bachelor's degree majoring in either business administration, business, or commerce, combined with extensive industry experience.

However, there are diploma-level qualifications that can get you started in gaining relevant skills and knowledge. Below are some suggested study pathways: 

• BSB50120 - Diploma of Business (Operations)
• BSB50120 - Diploma of Business 
• BSB50120 - Diploma of Business (Leadership)