Sustainable Global Production

Certificate Course - Productions & Operations Management - POM.4.3.I26

Date Jul 19 - 23, 2027
Duration 2,5 days
Location On campus - Karlsruhe
Language English
ECTS upon request
Cost 1,800€

Discover what this course is all about

Fundamentals 

Introduces the fundamental concepts of sustainable global production and provides an overview of international manufacturing strategies, production networks, and the principles of global operations.

Technology

Explores methods for planning and managing international production, including global production strategies, risk assessment, and international project management approaches.

Applications

Examines practical applications of sustainable global production, including the internationalization of manufacturing, risk management, and the development of resilient and sustainable global production networks.

What you'll explore 

  • The fundamentals of sustainable global production and international manufacturing strategies.
  • Principles of production internationalization, including sales-driven and cost-oriented approaches.
  • Methods for analyzing global production networks, opportunities, and operational risks.
  • Strategies for managing international production projects and global manufacturing operations.
  • Approaches for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks in international production environments.
  • Practical applications through case studies and real-world examples of sustainable global production.

Your key takeaways

Participants

  • Gain a solid understanding of sustainable global production and the principles of international manufacturing.
  • Learn how to analyze international production strategies, assess risks, and evaluate global manufacturing decisions.
  • Develop the ability to design sustainable and resilient production concepts for international operations.
  • Understand the economic, organizational, and strategic challenges of global production networks.
  • Build practical skills through case studies and real-world examples of international production and project management.

Taught by recognized experts in Sustainable Global Production

Benefit from the knowledge of leading specialists with extensive experience in research and industry. Their deep expertise guarantees a course of outstanding academic and practical quality.

Prof. Dr.- Ing. Gisela Lanza

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Gisela Lanza is a leading expert in production systems and quality engineering at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT). As member of the executive board of the wbk Institute of Production Science, she focuses on global production strategies, production system planning, and advanced quality assurance. Her research integrates data-driven production planning, industrial AI, and in-line metrology to optimize complex manufacturing networks. With strong ties to industry and international research, she advances the transformation of production systems toward efficiency, resilience, and digitalization. Her work bridges science and practice to shape the future of global manufacturing.

Who should attend 

This course is ideal for:

  • Engineers and production professionals seeking to understand sustainable global production and international manufacturing strategies.
  • Operations and supply chain specialists looking to improve their knowledge of international production networks, risk management, and global operations.
  • Professionals involved in global manufacturing, production internationalization, and sustainable supply chain management.
  • Early-career professionals and technical specialists who want to build practical expertise in international production planning, global operations, and sustainable manufacturing strategies.

Advance your career with KIT-level expertise 

Benefit from the reputation of the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) while gaining practical skills, flexible learning opportunities, and a recognized certificate to support your long-term professional growth

Flexibility 

Gain focused expertise in a specific field without committing to a full degree program, allowing you to build relevant knowledge efficiently and integrate learning seamlessly into your professional routine.

Relevance

Benefit from high-quality academic content combined with practical insights, delivered by experienced experts, supporting continuous, lifelong learning while ensuring direct applicability in real-world scenarios.

Advancement

Enhance your professional profile with a recognized certificate, demonstrating your commitment to ongoing development and supporting your career with tangible, verifiable credentials.

 

About HECTOR School 

HECTOR School, the Technology Business School of the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), is a leading provider of executive education in technology-driven fields.

For this course, participants who successfully complete the examination can earn a KIT certificate with ECTS credits, which may be credited toward our Executive Master of Science or Advanced Studies Programs, subject to content alignment.