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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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    Atlassian

    Agile with Atlassian Jira

    Skills you'll gain: Jira (Software), Agile Methodology, Scrum (Software Development), Kanban Principles, Agile Project Management, Lean Methodologies, Backlogs, Sprint Planning, Sprint Retrospectives, User Story, Workflow Management, Project Management, Product Requirements, Query Languages, Software Versioning, Continuous Improvement Process

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Manufacturing Industry 101

    Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Processes, Process Control, Lean Manufacturing, Production Management, Operational Efficiency, Continuous Improvement Process, Sustainability Standards, Collaboration, Innovation, Adaptability, Communication

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Incrementar - Parte 2 y Controlar

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Statistical Process Controls, Quality Improvement, Quality Control, Continuous Improvement Process, Predictive Modeling, Production Process, Process Improvement, Kanban Principles, Problem Management, Regression Analysis, Root Cause Analysis, Statistical Modeling

    4.9
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    University of Virginia

    Design Thinking for Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Innovation, Creativity, Strategic Thinking, Case Studies, Market Opportunities, Human Centered Design, Curiosity, Storytelling, Growth Mindedness, Business Modeling

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Board Infinity

    Introduction to Continuous Improvement Process

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Process Controls, Product Quality (QA/QC), Quality Management, Quality Management Systems, Quality Improvement, ISO 9000 Series, Continuous Improvement Process, Service Improvement, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Customer experience improvement, Quality Control, Process Improvement, Customer Insights, Data-Driven Decision-Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Optimize LLM Costs & Streamline Processes

    Skills you'll gain: Miro AI, Process Optimization, Process Improvement and Optimization, Productivity Software, Process Analysis, Business Workflow Analysis, Expense Management, Cost Management, Cost Benefit Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Davis

    DevOps Culture and Mindset

    Skills you'll gain: DevOps, CI/CD, Process Mapping, Culture Transformation, Continuous Improvement Process, Lean Methodologies, Risk Management, Quality Improvement, Process Improvement, Organizational Structure, Kanban Principles, Operational Efficiency, User Feedback, Systems Thinking

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SkillUp

    ASQ-Certified Six Sigma Yellow Belt Exam Prep Specialization

    Skills you'll gain: Process Mapping, Root Cause Analysis, Lean Six Sigma, Lean Methodologies, Correlation Analysis, Process Improvement, Six Sigma Methodology, Process Analysis, Regression Analysis, Statistical Process Controls, Continuous Improvement Process, Data Collection, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Process Optimization, Risk Management, Quality Management, Statistical Analysis, Quality Control, Process Capability

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Kennesaw State University

    Six Sigma Advanced Improve and Control Phases

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Process Controls, Root Cause Analysis, Lean Methodologies, Process Capability, Quality Control, Six Sigma Methodology, Process Analysis, Lean Six Sigma, Process Improvement, Continuous Improvement Process, Operational Efficiency, Waste Minimization

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Simplilearn

    Introduction to Six Sigma Training

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Methodologies, Six Sigma Methodology, Failure Mode And Effects Analysis, Lean Six Sigma, Process Optimization, Quality Improvement, Process Improvement, Quality Management, Process Mapping, Operational Efficiency, Continuous Improvement Process, Product Quality (QA/QC), Waste Minimization, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Root Cause Analysis, Product Development, Risk Analysis

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    Utrecht University

    Clinical Epidemiology

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Clinical Research, Medical Science and Research, Diagnostic Tests, Clinical Trials, Patient Evaluation, Public Health, Patient Treatment, Risk Analysis

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Introducción a Data Science: Programación Estadística con R

    Skills you'll gain: R Programming, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Programming, Ggplot2, Data Manipulation, Statistical Software, Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Import/Export, Simulations, Data Structures, Software Installation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Agile with Atlassian Jira: Atlassian
  • Manufacturing Industry 101: Coursera
  • Incrementar - Parte 2 y Controlar: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Design Thinking for Innovation: University of Virginia
  • Introduction to Continuous Improvement Process: Board Infinity
  • Optimize LLM Costs & Streamline Processes: Coursera
  • DevOps Culture and Mindset: University of California, Davis
  • ASQ-Certified Six Sigma Yellow Belt Exam Prep Specialization: SkillUp
  • Six Sigma Advanced Improve and Control Phases: Kennesaw State University
  • Introduction to Six Sigma Training: Simplilearn

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