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MDP ORSA

Operations Research and System Analysis (ORSA)

The Management Development Programme in Operations Research and System Analysis (MDP-ORSA) is a two weeks duration course conducted at the College of Defence Management (CDM), Secunderabad, is tailored for military officers holding the rank of Colonel/Lieutenant Colonel, Captain (IN)/Commander, Group Captain/Wing Commander, with a minimum of 12 years of service. This program aims to equip participants with a comprehensive understanding of Operations Research and System Analysis (ORSA) techniques, providing them with the necessary tools for effective decision-making and problem-solving.

Aim

To enable the participants to understand ORSA techniques as an aid for problem solving and effective decision making.

Department Contact Info

  • +91-40-27115741
  • DS Coord: dscoordcdm[dot]ids[at]gov[dot]in

Timing

The duration of the MDP-ORSA is Two weeks. The MDP-ORSA (2025) is scheduled from 27 JAN TO 08 FEB 25.

Joining Instructions
  • Enable the participants to identify and solve problem situations amenable for solution through various tools and techniques of Operations Research leading to optimal utilization of resources through Quantified Decision Making.
  • Introduction to OR
  • Linear Programming
  • Transportation Model
  • Transhipment Model
  • Assignment Model
  • Travelling Salesman Model
  • Networks Models
  • Multi Criteria Decision Making
  • Decision Theory Models
  • Queuing Theory Models
  • Simulation Modelling
  • Game Theory
  • Introduction to Systems Thinking & System Terminology
  • System Definitions and Concepts
  • Laws of Systems
  • System Dynamics
  • System Archetypes
  • Leverages
  • Stock and Flow Diagram & VENSIM Software
  • Soft Systems Methodology
He officers nominated for the Course should be of the rank of Col/ Lt Col, Capt (IN)/Cdr, Gp Capt/ Wg Cdr of not less than 12 years’ service. Officers who have already attended HDMC are not eligible to be detailed on the course. The officers must have a working knowledge of MS Excel Software. Officers not meeting these criterion will not be allowed to attend the course.
The duration of the MDP ORSA is two weeks.
Working hours will be from 0830 hr to 1430 hr in the morning session and 1530 hr to 1700 hr in afternoons (Monday to Saturday). There will be four / five sessions conducted each day.
MDP-ORSA – Joining Instructions JAN 2025
MDP-ORSA – Flyer JAN 2025
Primer on ORSA JAN 2025 – Annx – 1
Excel Primer on ORSA JAN 2025 – Annx – 22

  • ORSA - 2025

    Maj Gen Harsh Chhibber, AVSM, VSM, Ph.D, Commandant, CDM with the participants of MDP ORSA.

    ORSA - 2025

  • ORSA - 2025

    MDP ORSA course  participants at CDM.

    ORSA - 2025

  • ORSA - 2025

    Maj Gen Harsh Chhibber, AVSM, VSM, Ph.D, Commandant, CDM with the participant of MDP ORSA.

    ORSA - 2025

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College of Defence Management, Sainikpuri Post, Secunderabad, Telangana, India-500094

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COMMANDANT

Maj Gen Harsh Chhibber, AVSM, VSM, Ph.D.

COMMANDANT

An alumnus of the prestigious National Defence Academy, Major General Harsh Chhibber was commissioned into the Army Service Corps in December 1988. His distinguished career is marked by academic excellence, steering technology absorption and a passion for adventure.
Throughout his service, he has consistently demonstrated exceptional academic prowess. He holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) on Public Policy along with two M.Phil degrees in Business Management and Public Administration. His dedication to professional development is further evidenced by his qualifications on the Technical Staff Officers Course(TSOC), Higher Defence Management Course (HDMC), and the Advanced Professional Programme in Public Administration (APPPA).
Major General Chhibber’s military experience is vast and encompasses various important assignments in Eastern, Northern and Western Sectors including command of the Para ASC company, an ASC Battalion and the ASC training Centre. He has been Brigadier General Staff (Information System) in Eastern Sector and Major General (Operational Logistics) in Northern Sector. He has also served as an instructor at the Army Service Corps Centre and College and as the Directing Staff and Head of the Financial Management Department at College of Defence Management.

A prolific writer he has written many papers on technology absorption in Indian Army and presented same at National Seminars. Software applications developed and implemented by him are in use in a large number of units.
Beyond his academic and military achievements, General officer is a passionate adventurer. A skilled skydiver, mountaineer and car rally driver, he exemplifies the spirit of courage and determination that defines the Indian Army.
His distinguished service has been recognized through numerous awards including Ati Vishisht Seva Medal (AVSM) on 26 Jan 2025, Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM) on 26 Jan 2022, the Chief of Army Staff Commendation Card, and the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief Commendation Cards (twice). On 01 Oct 2024, the General Officer was appointed Colonel Commandant of Army Service Corps.
Currently, he holds the prestigious appointment of Commandant of the College of Defence Management (CDM), effective June 1, 2024.  His vast experience and leadership qualities make him well-positioned to guide future generations of military leaders.

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