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Lean Courses

Lean courses can help you learn process improvement, waste reduction, value stream mapping, and continuous improvement techniques. You can build skills in problem-solving, team collaboration, and implementing efficient workflows. Many courses introduce tools like Kanban boards, 5S methodologies, and root cause analysis, showing how these skills can streamline operations and enhance productivity in various settings.


Popular Lean Courses and Certifications


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    LearnQuest

    Scrum Master Certification

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Behavior-Driven Development, DevSecOps, Agile Project Management, Test Driven Development (TDD), Backlogs, Sprint Planning, Kanban Principles, Agile Methodology, Scrum (Software Development), Continuous Integration, Agile Software Development, Project Risk Management, Sprint Retrospectives, Lean Methodologies, Scaled Agile Framework, DevOps, Agile Product Development, Management Reporting, Project Coordination

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Emory University

    Consulting Approach to Problem Solving

    Skills you'll gain: Data Cleansing, Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma Methodology, Consulting, Problem Solving, Management Consulting, Data Quality, Analytical Skills, Complex Problem Solving, Business Consulting, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Consultative Approaches, Project Scoping, Client Services

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Creo Incubator

    The Entrepreneurial Toolkit

    Skills you'll gain: Go To Market Strategy, Ideation, Growth Strategies, Entrepreneurial Finance, Entrepreneurship, Market Analysis, Brand Strategy, Marketing Strategies, Financial Forecasting, Product Marketing, Business Planning, Creative Problem-Solving, Business Valuation, Fundraising, Business Development, Product Management, Mergers & Acquisitions, Market Research, Financial Modeling, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Creo Incubator

    Entrepreneurship: Ideation and Exploring Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Ideation, Design Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Lean Methodologies, Creative Problem-Solving, Innovation, Business Planning, Business Development, Business Strategy, Open Mindset, Growth Mindedness, Product Development, Business, Value Propositions, Prototyping, Growth Strategies, Strategic Decision-Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Innovation Management

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Creativity, Brainstorming, Process Development, Design Thinking, Organizational Leadership, Product Development, Diversity and Inclusion, Product Lifecycle Management, Team Management, Business Strategy, Lean Methodologies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Northeastern University

    Agile Software Development Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Software Development, Agile Methodology, Scaled Agile Framework, Agile Project Management, Conflict Management, Leadership, Sprint Planning, Scrum (Software Development), Project Planning, Team Building, Software Development Life Cycle, Prioritization, Backlogs, Sprint Retrospectives, Kanban Principles, User Story, Lean Methodologies, Communication, Continuous Improvement Process

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Alberta

    Software Processes and Agile Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Methodology, Kanban Principles, Agile Software Development, Software Development Methodologies, Software Development Life Cycle, Scrum (Software Development), Software Engineering, Process Driven Development

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Columbia University

    Construction Cost Estimating and Cost Control

    Skills you'll gain: Construction Estimating, Cost Estimation, Punch Work, Bidding, Cost Control, Project Closure, Lean Methodologies, Project Estimation, Cash Flow Forecasting, Request For Quotation (RFQ), Earned Value Management, Procurement, Request for Proposal, Change Orders, Building Information Modeling

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    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Columbia University

    Construction Finance

    Skills you'll gain: Project Finance, Construction Management, Real Estate, Cash Flows, Financial Modeling, Risk Management, Finance, Project Management, Lean Methodologies, Financial Analysis, Capital Budgeting, Commercial Real Estate, Business Mathematics, Strategic Partnership, Return On Investment

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Virginia

    Managing an Agile Team

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Software Development, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Team Performance Management, Team Management, Team Building, Team Leadership, Sprint Retrospectives, Backlogs, Kanban Principles, Sales Presentation, Innovation, Lean Methodologies, Process Improvement, Selling Techniques, Prioritization, Discussion Facilitation, Goal Setting

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnKartS

    PMP Exam Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Project Schedules, Kanban Principles, Lean Methodologies, Requirements Management, Cost Estimation, Resource Management, Stakeholder Management, Project Management Office (PMO), Project Planning, Organizational Change, Organizational Structure, Governance, Scaled Agile Framework, Project Portfolio Management, Project Performance, Team Management, Management Reporting, Communication, Risk Management, Quality Management

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Columbia University

    Construction Scheduling

    Skills you'll gain: Project Schedules, Project Risk Management, Scheduling, Construction Management, Timelines, Lean Methodologies, Architecture and Construction, Construction Engineering, Milestones (Project Management), Diagram Design, Project Management Software, Work Breakdown Structure, Resource Allocation, Dependency Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular lean courses

  • Scrum Master Certification: LearnQuest
  • Consulting Approach to Problem Solving: Emory University
  • The Entrepreneurial Toolkit: Creo Incubator
  • Entrepreneurship: Ideation and Exploring Fundamentals : Creo Incubator
  • Innovation Management: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Agile Software Development Part 2: Northeastern University
  • Software Processes and Agile Practices: University of Alberta
  • Construction Cost Estimating and Cost Control: Columbia University
  • Construction Finance: Columbia University
  • Managing an Agile Team: University of Virginia

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