Online Course

E_M 530 Applications in Constraints Management

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Term

Spring 2026

Duration

16 weeks, Live Online

Price

Non-Refundable Application Fee: US$90
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Admission

Apply online via EngineeringCAS. Priority application deadlines by term: November 15 (Spring); July 15 (Fall); March 15 (Summer)

Course Description and Objectives

Every system can be characterized as a chain of interlocking activities or a network of interdependent events. The operation or productivity of such a linkage is limited by its weakest link. The Theory of Constraints provides powerful tools for analyzing such complex networks based, not on the individual links, but on the linkages (the overall system). This course examines physical process flows and the specific proven solutions developed by TOC along with their application to a broad variety of management problems. This course is excellent preparation for the TOCICO Supply Chain Logistics Certification Exam and Project Management Certification Exam.

Semester Credits: 3
Prerequisites: None
Location: Global Campus

Course meets at times posted via web conferencing software.

Elective for:
Master’s Degree

Selective for:
Certificate: Project Management
Certificate: Constraints Management
Certificate: Supply Chain Management

Gain Expertise in

  • The TOC Five Focusing Steps
  • Drum-Buffer-Rope (the TOC solution for production or low variability processes)
  • Simplified Drum-Buffer-Rope (the TOC solution for production processes for large product mix)
  • Critical Chain Project Management (the TOC solution for scheduling high variability tasks in single and multiproject environments)
  • TOC Replenishment (the TOC solution for distribution and sales)
  • TOC Finance and Measures (the TOC alternative to traditional cost accounting)
  • Supply Chain Management (the TOC relationship between individual business units)

Lectures are live and interactive

Delivered 1x/week—early evening

Each live session is recorded

Instructor

Aureo Villagra is a Global Partner at Goldratt Consulting and CEO of the South America operation, leading management consulting projects in Brazil, the USA and Europe. Goldratt Consulting is the company founded by Dr. Eli Goldratt, creator of TOC (Theory of Constraints) and writer of the book “The Goal”, an international bestseller in business management, based in Israel and with a worldwide presence.

Having participated in numerous Boards of companies of various sizes, in Brazil and the United States, he has strong political experience in corporate or family environments in the search for consensus on strategic and often difficult topics.

He is also a teaching professor at Washington State University in the United States, a guest professor at Fundação Dom Cabral on MBA courses in Brazil, a guest professor and member of evaluation boards at Universities in Brazil and Portugal. He is an international speaker and Keynote Speaker in Brazil, Japan, USA, Europe, India and Israel.

Applicants to the ETM program must have the following:

Minimum requirements:

  • a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
  • a transcript*
  • at least one letter of recommendation**
  • a personal statement
  • a résumé showing work experience

Learn more about the Master of Engineering and Technology Management.

Minimum requirements:

  • a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
  • a transcript*
  • a personal statement
  • a résumé

Because the certificates consist of regular graduate courses, admission to the graduate school is still necessary.

Learn more about ETM certificate programs.

* The ETM program is designed for working professionals, and we highly value your work experience and determination. We may be able to offer provisional admission to those who do not meet the Graduate School’s minimum 3.0 GPA requirement. Please contact us at etm@wsu.edu for more information.

** The program accepts both academic and professional letters.

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