The IMS Productivity Analyst, formerly the IMS Certificate, is a professional qualification for people who are serious about improving productivity.
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, starting on the dates shown in the schedule of open courses.
This module costs £1,090. All our prices include examination, registration and certification fees. Only VAT and IMS membership are extra. Our fees also include refreshments and the provision of comprehensive notes for each delegate’s future reference.
The dates you can study this course
2022: 10 Jan, 7 Feb, 7 Mar, 9 May, 13 Jun, 11 Jul, 8 Aug, 5 Sep, 3 Oct, 31 Oct, 28 Nov
See all the dates of our open courses at a glance along with other modules in the IMS Productivity Analyst course.
All dates subject to alteration due to the Coronavirus outbreak. 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 9.68
“The Scott-Grant course was a new way of learning and I really enjoyed it. There wasn’t the same divide between teacher and student that you get in other education circles that I am familiar with. It was more like we were equal professionals and it was more relaxed. It was great to mix with people from other industry sectors on the course and hearing some of their experiences; I’ve used some of that in my work.”
Since the course: “I had no idea I would find such a career path and feel like I’ve really landed on my feet. This work as an Industrial Engineer is right up my street. I love the detail.”
MH, Manufacturing sector, Feb 2022
“Very intensive and interesting course. Required maximum concentration. We got answers to our questions.”
MY, Distribution sector, October 2021
“Good course that was well run in a relaxed environment. A lot to learn in a short time.”
PW, Manufacturing sector, September 2021
“The course is well prepared and very interesting. Very well explained by the lecturer. I will recommend the course to other colleagues from my company.”
SK, Warehouse sector, September 2021
“Great course, great instructor. Thank you!”
AB, Distribution sector, June 2021
“Really liked the pace the course was taught at, got time to ask questions and get a solid understanding of the content.”
GD, Retail sector, May 2021
“Well delivered course, in which the trainer was able to answer any questions put to him. Lots of thought provoking learning. As an organisation, we need to now take this forward and identify what methods to use in respect of our various ongoing projects. This course was delivered on line during Covid restrictions, and I felt it was well prepared and well delivered in view of the challenging circumstances. Thank You”
JL, Public sector, March 2021
“Stephen was an outstanding lecturer who delivered the training at a pace that suited everyone and gave as much support as needed. Excellent.”
MW, Manufacturing sector, February 2021
“Good course. Now I have some tools I can use in my workplace.”
AM, Distribution sector, November 2019
“Very practical. Hands on. Will recommend these techniques to my managers.”
DO, Utility sector, September 2019
“I have really enjoyed the course, it has built on some knowledge that I already had and has given me some more skill to use in my daily work.”
CV, Distribution sector, July 2019
“Enjoyable course, well delivered by an expert tutor.”
CA, Automotive sector, April 2019
“Instructor presented in a very clear and understandable way. Professional approach good job.”
VS, Manufacturing sector, March 2019
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.
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.