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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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    Microsoft

    Agile and Hybrid Approaches in a Project Environment

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Kanban Principles, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Project Management, Sprint Planning, Performance Measurement, Lean Methodologies, Continuous Improvement Process, Risk Management, Team Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Novartis

    Pre-formulation

    Skills you'll gain: Pre-Clinical Development, Drug Development, Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacology, Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Pharmacotherapy, Chemistry, Manufacturing and Production

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    Coursera

    Advanced Quantitative Statistics with Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Business Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Visualization, Business Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Analytics, Data Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Case Studies, Probability & Statistics, Variance Analysis, Forecasting, Data Manipulation, Quality Control

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    University at Buffalo

    Renewable Energy: Manufacturing Career Exploration

    Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing and Production, Production Process, Manufacturing Processes, Quality Control, Energy and Utilities, Workforce Development, Supply Chain, Electric Power Systems, Workforce Planning, Sustainable Technologies, Environmental Science

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Maven Analytics

    Microsoft Copilot for Excel: AI-Powered Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Excel, Pivot Tables And Charts, Excel Formulas, People Analytics, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Microsoft 365, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), ChatGPT, Data Visualization, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Applying Systems Engineering to the Design Process

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Engineering, Design Reviews, Requirements Analysis, Engineering Management, Functional Design, Leadership, Systems Integration, Engineering Design Process, Software Systems, Technology Roadmaps, Reliability, Performance Measurement, Maintainability, Manufacturing Processes, Scalability

    Build toward a degree

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    L&T EduTech

    Applied Industrial Internet of Things

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Wireless Networks, Automation, Digital Transformation, Enterprise Architecture, System Monitoring, Real Time Data, Data Security, Communication Systems, Cloud Computing, Network Protocols, Data Management

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    Coursera

    GenAI in Action: From Theory to Real-World Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, AI Product Strategy, Finance, Automation, Emerging Technologies, Case Studies, Analysis, Business Process Automation, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Critical Thinking

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Project Management, Sprint Retrospectives, Scaled Agile Framework, Agile Methodology, Emotional Intelligence, Team Management, Risk Management, Team Performance Management, User Story, Team Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Employee Coaching, Team Building, Stakeholder Engagement, Leadership, Backlogs, Kanban Principles, Conflict Management, Earned Value Management, Sprint Planning

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    UBITS

    Inocuidad alimentaria: conoce las normas HACCP y BRC

    Skills you'll gain: Standard Operating Procedure, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Safety Standards, Sanitation, Food Safety and Sanitation, Hazard Analysis, Health And Safety Standards, Good Manufacturing Practices, Procedure Development, Quality Management Systems, Hospitality, Risk Management Framework

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

    التقانة والمستشعرات النانوية - الجزء الاول

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Semiconductors, Medical Devices, Biotechnology, Biomedical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Analytical Chemistry, Manufacturing Processes, Biochemistry

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Dassault Systèmes

    Virtual Factory for Education

    Skills you'll gain: Equipment Design, Technical Design

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Agile and Hybrid Approaches in a Project Environment: Microsoft
  • Pre-formulation: Novartis
  • Advanced Quantitative Statistics with Excel: Coursera
  • Renewable Energy: Manufacturing Career Exploration: University at Buffalo
  • Microsoft Copilot for Excel: AI-Powered Data Analysis: Maven Analytics
  • Applying Systems Engineering to the Design Process: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Applied Industrial Internet of Things: L&T EduTech
  • GenAI in Action: From Theory to Real-World Impact: Coursera
  • PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP): Packt
  • Inocuidad alimentaria: conoce las normas HACCP y BRC: UBITS

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