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Lean Manufacturing Courses

Lean manufacturing courses can help you learn process optimization, waste reduction, value stream mapping, and continuous improvement techniques. You can build skills in implementing 5S methodologies, conducting root cause analysis, and utilizing Kanban systems to enhance workflow efficiency. Many courses introduce tools like Six Sigma, Kaizen, and various software applications that support data analysis and project management, allowing you to apply these skills effectively in real-world manufacturing environments.


Popular Lean Manufacturing Courses and Certifications


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    Simplilearn

    Lean Management and Six Sigma Green Belt Program

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, Process Mapping, Statistical Process Controls, Six Sigma Methodology, Failure Mode And Effects Analysis, Kaizen Methodology, Process Optimization, Quality Improvement, Operational Efficiency, Process Improvement, Performance Measurement, Manufacturing Operations, Quality Management, Operational Excellence, Business Process, Statistical Analysis, Performance Metric, Waste Minimization, Kanban Principles

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    University of Michigan

    Digital Technologies and the Future of Manufacturing

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Case Studies, Manufacturing and Production, Manufacturing Processes, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing Operations, Production Planning, Business Transformation, Business Technologies, Technology Strategies, Cloud Computing, Technology Roadmaps, Emerging Technologies, Automation, Strategic Partnership, Operational Efficiency, Business Modeling, Cost Benefit Analysis, Product Lifecycle Management, Risk Analysis

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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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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    L&T EduTech

    Collaborative Robotics in Industry

    Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Programmable Logic Controllers, Electrical Systems, Automation Engineering, Hydraulics, Control Systems, Automation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Internet Of Things, Manufacturing Processes, Mechanical Engineering, Real Time Data, Human Machine Interfaces, Industrial Engineering, Hardware Troubleshooting, Image Analysis, Matlab, Equipment Design, Computer Vision, Embedded Software

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Simplilearn

    Lean Management Course

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Manufacturing, Lean Methodologies, Lean Six Sigma, Kaizen Methodology, Operational Efficiency, Performance Measurement, Manufacturing Operations, Quality Improvement, Operational Excellence, Business Process, Quality Management, Process Improvement, Performance Metric, Waste Minimization, Kanban Principles, Quality Control, Six Sigma Methodology, Continuous Improvement Process, Quality Assurance and Control, Business Metrics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    École Nationale des Ponts et Chaussées

    The hidden value – Lean in manufacturing and services

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Manufacturing, Lean Methodologies, Business Transformation, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Improvement, Manufacturing Operations, Service Improvement, Operational Efficiency, Process Analysis, Value Engineering, Waste Minimization, Competitive Intelligence, Business Technologies, Quality Control

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Introduction to Operations Management

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Operational Efficiency, Process Analysis, Process Management, Process Improvement, Lean Methodologies, Workflow Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Capacity Planning, Quality Management, Supply Chain Management, Inventory Management System, Statistical Process Controls, Process Flow Diagrams, Root Cause Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Lean Six Sigma Green Belt: Apply & Master Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Lean Methodologies, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Correlation Analysis, Process Improvement, Sampling (Statistics), Project Management, Data Literacy, Regression Analysis, Process Capability, Goal Setting, Statistical Analysis, Scatter Plots, Customer experience improvement, Quality Management, Microsoft Excel, Process Mapping, Risk Management, Root Cause Analysis

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    University of Amsterdam

    Data Analytics for Lean Six Sigma

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Minitab, Regression Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Probability Distribution, Data Analysis, Histogram, Statistical Analysis, Box Plots, Process Improvement, Logistic Regression, Statistics, Variance Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt: Apply, Analyze & Improve Quality

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Quality Management, Process Analysis, Quality Improvement, Process Capability, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Process Flow Diagrams, Pareto Chart, Run Chart, Statistical Process Controls, Process Improvement, Statistical Analysis, Quality Control, Data Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Histogram, Scatter Plots

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    L&T EduTech

    Industry 4.0: PLM, Value Chain, and Smart Factory

    Skills you'll gain: Product Lifecycle Management, Manufacturing and Production, Robotic Process Automation, Production Process, Automation, Enterprise Resource Planning, Supply Chain Management, Plant Operations and Management, Internet Of Things, Facility Management and Maintenance, Digital Transformation, Real Time Data, Augmented Reality

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Minnesota

    Lean Software Development

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Process Mapping, Kanban Principles, User Experience Design, Lean Methodologies, Lean Manufacturing, Agile Software Development, Product Development, Lean Six Sigma, Process Improvement, Software Development, Software Development Methodologies, Continuous Improvement Process, Innovation, Prototyping

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Lean Management and Six Sigma Green Belt Program: Simplilearn
  • Digital Technologies and the Future of Manufacturing: University of Michigan
  • Manufacturing Industry 101: Coursera
  • Collaborative Robotics in Industry: L&T EduTech
  • Lean Management Course: Simplilearn
  • The hidden value – Lean in manufacturing and services: École Nationale des Ponts et Chaussées
  • Introduction to Operations Management: University of Pennsylvania
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt: Apply & Master Skills: EDUCBA
  • Data Analytics for Lean Six Sigma: University of Amsterdam
  • Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt: Apply, Analyze & Improve Quality: EDUCBA

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