Productivity Foundation, IMS Module 1
This is a practical and very popular introduction to productivity. You will learn to recognise the symptoms of both low and improved productivity. We examine the structure of work measurement, looking in detail at a variety of formal techniques such as Time Study, Performance Rating and Rated Activity Sampling.
We cover some principles of the practical application of work measurement data used for planning, costing, line balancing and estimating.
This course is the essential foundation to all three of the Module 2 options leading to the IMS Measurement Practitioner qualification.
In-depth Learning
Course duration and cost
This is a 5 day course, Monday to Friday.
This Module 1 costs £1,350 + VAT. Other than the necessary £255 IMS 5-year Affiliate Membership, all other Institute fees for course registration and an externally marked examination are included in our published course fee.
Delegates are also provided with comprehensive notes for their future reference.
The successful completion of both Modules 1 and 2 results in a professional, Institute qualification, the IMS Measurement Practitioner. This qualification is recognised across all business sectors and in many overseas countries.
The dates you can study this course
2026: 12 Jan, 9 Feb, 16 Mar, 20 Apr, 1 Jun, 13 Jul, 7 Sep, 5 Oct, 2 Nov, 30 Nov
See all the dates of our open courses at a glance along with other modules in the IMS Productivity Analyst course.
Please contact us for more information.
Delegate feedback
We always ask delegates on our training courses for their feedback so that we can monitor our performance and ensure we’re delivering the best possible learning experience. As well as an opportunity for general comments the feedback includes asking them to rate from 1 (poor) to 10 (great) the following questions:
How well did the course and content meet your expectations?
How much have you learnt during the course?
How well did you feel the course was presented?
How interesting was the course for you?
How equipped are you now to apply what you have learnt here in your workplace?
The current average for delivering this course, as assessed by our delegates, is 9.47
“Really well delivered course, intensive, but great content and can relate to place of work. Now to put it into practice!”
HS, Manufacturing sector, November 2025
“enjoyed the relayed nature of the learning environment, support and coaching was invaluable”
JG, Distribution sector, September 2025
“The course has been very informative and presented very well by Steve. Time keeping was good. I look forward to Module 2a.”
HJ, Retail Sector, June 2025
“A great course delivered at a great pace. Very informative giving me lots of new skills to take back to the plant”
PS, Manufacturing sector, March 2025
Techniques you’ll be introduced to on this course
Line balancing
Synthetic data systems and estimating tools
Who would benefit from this course?
Our delegates come from a variety of roles in every business sector. Click here for typical people.
Equipment you’ll need on this course
You will need stationery including pens, pencils, a ruler, an eraser and a calculator.
What you’ll have on successfully completing this course
You will have a solid foundation to learning about productivity and how it can be improved. You will understand about the impact of industrial engineering in every business sector and appreciate the value of Performance Rating and other work measurement tools and techniques.
Open courses
Held at our training centre in Manchester. Click here for the full course schedule. Open courses provide opportunities for debates among people from a variety of business sectors, which widen and develop delegates’ practical knowledge.
In-company courses
Held at a suitable venue of your choice. This is a cost-effective option if you have probably four or more delegates. Contact us to discuss this in more detail.
What to do next
If you need to improve capacity or reduce costs, or you need accurate data to determine how best to cope with change, we can provide the right way forward – cost-effectively. Remember that improving productivity is about making the better use of all your resources and vitally, making much better use of the critical ones.
Whichever business sector you operate in, the chances are we’ve helped people to address their productivity issues and improve the way they operate.
Scott-Grant can really help you improve your productivity and become more streamlined.
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