Operations Research – Simplex Method Course
This course equips you with comprehensive skills in the simplex method for operations research. Starting from formulating linear programmes and converting them to standard form, you will master constructing tableaus, executing pivots step-by-step, preventing common pitfalls, and deriving actionable insights from optimal solutions for practical production and planning decisions in a Ghanaian business context.

flexible workload of 4 to 360h
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What will I learn?
Gain expertise in the simplex method through this hands-on course. You will formulate linear programmes, transform them into standard form, set up initial tableaus using slack variables, perform pivot operations accurately, monitor the basis, sidestep typical calculation errors, and analyse optimal solutions including slacks, profits, and sensitivity analysis to inform decision-makers effectively.
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Develop skills
- Construct simplex tableaus by swiftly converting LP models to standard form.
- Solve linear programmes manually through precise pivot operations, basis tracking, and optimality detection.
- Analyse simplex results to clearly understand decisions, slack variables, and overall profits.
- Conduct rapid sensitivity analysis to assess minor changes in resources or profits without full recalculations.
- Convert mathematical outputs into straightforward, practical recommendations for managers.
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