IMS Measurement Practitioner using Time Study, IMS Module 2a
This course requires IMS membership and should be taken only after Module 1 Productivity Foundation .This is a week of intense Time Study practical work leading to an external examination; the course involves arithmetical calculations and requires numeracy and logic.
Time Study is the original technique of work measurement, simple in concept though it does require a high degree of concentration and expertise on the part of the observer. Time Study is principally used for the measurement of repetitive work, usually with a single subject studied. In other words, work that follows a defined pattern and method.
Successful delegates who have attended Modules 1 and 2a are awarded the industry standard IMS Measurement Practitioner certificate (formerly the Time Study Practical). They also receive a Scott-Grant Performance Rating card, which is valid for one year; it can be re-certified through a Scott-Grant Performance Rating Clinic.
In-depth Learning
Course duration and cost
This is a 5 day course, Monday to Friday.
Remember, you need to have taken Module 1 Productivity Foundation before Module 2a, preferably on consecutive weeks.
This Module 2a costs £1,185 + VAT. Other than the necessary £235 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 2a results in a professional Institute qualification, the IMS Measurement Practitioner, which is recognised across all business sectors and in many overseas countries.
The dates you can study this course
2024: 15 Jan, 12 Feb, 11 Mar, 15 Apr, 20 May, 10 Jun, 24 Jun, 12 Aug, 9 Sep, 7 Oct, 4 Nov, 2 Dec
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 9.68
“I really enjoyed the course and was fascinated to see how much of the course content was used in so many industries. I don’t think there’s any business it couldn’t be used in.”
Since the course: “Now I am a qualified Measurement Practitioner I’m confident in my time studies and can use the content very effectively. We can now show what we do, the costs etc and with the data, show how to gain benefits. It’s immensely powerful to help get people to visualise – and it can be a solid business proposal because we have irrefutable data. The future is rosy for us!”
OS, Warehouse Manager, logistics, January 2024
“The course was very interesting and the lecturer patient, helpful and full of life. I especially enjoyed being on an open course and learning how things were done in different sectors like government, warehousing, logistics. I found my niche. Maths is a universal language – there is no language barrier there.”
Since the course: “I now apply the content of the course in everything I do and I really enjoy my work. I find it very fulfilling.”
LP, Manufacturing sector, Feb 2023
“The course was very engaging and Steve delivered the course in a professional and concise manner, which helped me get the most out of the course.”
JM, Manufacturing sector, October 2022
“I have learnt a good amount. I will be able to apply theses skills of time study in many different areas. Grateful for this experience.”
BK, Logistics sector, September 2022
“Brilliant course and really helped me devlope the skills I already had.”
LH, Manufacturing sector, July 2022
“Great training. A lot of practice during the course. Thank you.”
KT, Distribution sector, June 2022
“Great course content and delivery was spot on. Would recommend to work colleagues to attend.”
GL, Pharma sector, May 2022
“The course has been great. I have learnt a lot and ready to put this knowledge to my role in the workplace. Thank you.”
JF, Logistics sector, April 2022
“Scott-Grant’s teaching style was great – I could really buy into it.”
Since the course: “I seem to have really taken to the detail of the Industrial Engineer role – I’m a practical man and the projects I’m now involved with really suit my interests and skill set. I like it when others ask what I’m doing on a time study and I can explain that it’s there to help improve things for them.”
MW, Engineering sector, Feb 2022
“Very interesting and busy course. Great atmosphere, really positive.”
MJ, Distribution sector, October 2021
“Excellent delivery, exceeded expectations. Thank you”
JS, Logistics sector, September 2021
“Steve was an excellent instructor. I have learned a great deal from the course and Steve.”
OS, Retail sector, August 2021
“Good content and well presented.”
CM, Manufacturing sector, May 2021
“Ian is a great teacher, he is very patient and positive. I don’t think I would have learnt as much if it wasn’t for Ian. Thank you!”
CF, Logistics sector, April 2021
“Steve was a very good instructor who delivered the course at a perfect speed with enough detail and feedback to ensure all were comfortable and competent at time study.”
MW, Manufacturing sector, February 2021
“Been a great week. Will take a lot from this to apply to my workplace.”
AM, Distribution sector, November 2019
“The instructor was willing to take time and advise. I learnt a lot.”
RC, Manufacturing sector, October 2019
“Brilliant, hard but very enjoyable. Great course leadership from Steve.”
CB, Manufacturing sector, July 2019
“Brilliant course and very well delivered. Would definitely recommend to other businesses.”
MS, Online Retail sector, May 2019
“Steve’s way of teaching is great, fully explained step by step, one of the best trainers I have seen.”
JJ, Retail sector, February 2019
Techniques you’ll be introduced to on this course
We concentrate in this module on getting you to a qualified measurement practitioner standard in
You will also cover the following techniques
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. You will also need a Study Board and a stopwatch, which you can purchase from us. Click here for more details. Please be aware that your stopwatch should be decimal minutes (1/1000 min) not seconds.
As Modules 1 and 2a combine to form the IMS Measurement Practitioner qualification, IMS membership is required at the outset. It doesn’t necessarily require commitment to the full four week IMS Productivity Analyst course.
What you’ll have on successfully completing this course
We help you achieve a professional qualification in the measurement technique of Time Study that will stand you in good stead throughout your working life.
Successful delegates on these two modules, 1 and 2a, are awarded the industry standard IMS Measurement Practitioner qualification. They also receive a Scott-Grant Performance Rating card, which is valid for one year; it can be re-certified via successful attendance on a Scott-Grant Performance Rating Clinic.
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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