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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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    University of Minnesota

    Software Development Processes and Methodologies

    Skills you'll gain: Software Development Methodologies, Agile Methodology, Software Engineering, Software Development Life Cycle, Requirements Analysis, Application Deployment, Agile Software Development, Software Architecture, Verification And Validation, Waterfall Methodology, System Requirements, Software Testing, User Requirements Documents

    4.7
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    2.1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Build a Lean Workflow with Kanban Frameworks in Miro

    Skills you'll gain: Kanban Principles, Agile Methodology, Lean Methodologies, Workflow Management, Process Management, Business Process, Business Process Management, Process Mapping, Collaborative Software, Service Design

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Core Project Management Process

    Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Project Controls, Project Scoping, Agile Project Management, Project Management, Risk Management, Sprint Planning, Team Leadership, Project Implementation, Requirements Management, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Communications, Lean Methodologies, Design Thinking

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    إنشاء عقد مشروع باستخدام محرر مستندات جوجل

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Project Documentation, Google Docs, Project Scoping, Information Architecture, Document Management, Project Planning, Organizational Skills

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Kennesaw State University

    Six Sigma Advanced Define and Measure Phases

    Skills you'll gain: Process Capability, Team Management, Team Building, Exploratory Data Analysis, Six Sigma Methodology, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Process Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Lean Six Sigma, Process Mapping, Data Collection, Performance Measurement, Regression Analysis, Probability, Statistics, Process Improvement, Quality Improvement, Business Process, Sampling (Statistics)

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    1.3K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University at Buffalo

    Applied Analytics and Data for Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Data Ethics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytics, Root Cause Analysis, Lean Methodologies, Six Sigma Methodology, Data Analysis, Operational Efficiency, Operational Excellence, Case Studies, Process Improvement, Quality Management Systems, Data Quality, Data Security, Product Quality (QA/QC), Internet Of Things

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    131 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Kennesaw State University

    DFSS for the 6 σ Black Belt

    Skills you'll gain: Process Improvement, Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Six Sigma, Knowledge Transfer, Continuous Improvement Process, Lean Manufacturing, Quality Management, Product Design, Statistical Methods, Design and Product, Probability & Statistics

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    44 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Kennesaw State University

    Team Management for the 6 σ Black Belt

    Skills you'll gain: Team Management, Team Building, Meeting Facilitation, Conflict Management, Team Leadership, Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Six Sigma, Discussion Facilitation, Project Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Communication

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    234 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Kennesaw State University

    The Control Phase for the 6 σ Black Belt

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Process Controls, Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma Methodology, Process Improvement, Process Capability, Quality Control, Continuous Improvement Process, Variance Analysis, Facility Repair And Maintenance, Document Management, Training Programs

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    39 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Kennesaw State University

    The Define Phase for the 6 σ Black Belt

    Skills you'll gain: Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Six Sigma, Analytical Skills, Process Analysis, Analysis, Process Improvement, Project Documentation, Quality Improvement, Customer Analysis, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Quality Management, Project Management, Business Process, Stakeholder Analysis

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    111 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillUp

    Improvement Techniques and Control Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Methodologies, Process Improvement, Lean Six Sigma, Statistical Process Controls, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Optimization, Quality Control, Process Capability, Employee Training, Operational Efficiency, Waste Minimization, Data-Driven Decision-Making

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillUp

    The DMAIC Framework: Analyze, Improve, and Control Phase

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Process Controls, Six Sigma Methodology, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Lean Six Sigma, Statistical Analysis, Continuous Improvement Process, Data Analysis, Process Improvement, Process Capability, Quality Control, Root Cause Analysis, Statistical Inference, Regression Analysis, Correlation Analysis

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    14 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Software Development Processes and Methodologies: University of Minnesota
  • Build a Lean Workflow with Kanban Frameworks in Miro: Coursera
  • Core Project Management Process: University of Maryland, College Park
  • إنشاء عقد مشروع باستخدام محرر مستندات جوجل: Coursera
  • Six Sigma Advanced Define and Measure Phases: Kennesaw State University
  • Applied Analytics and Data for Decision Making: University at Buffalo
  • DFSS for the 6 σ Black Belt: Kennesaw State University
  • Team Management for the 6 σ Black Belt: Kennesaw State University
  • The Control Phase for the 6 σ Black Belt: Kennesaw State University
  • The Define Phase for the 6 σ Black Belt: Kennesaw State University

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