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.

University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Communications, Customer Insights, Product Management, Product Improvement, New Product Development, Product Lifecycle Management, Product Roadmaps, Innovation, Agile Methodology, Business Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Product Testing, Lean Methodologies, Continuous Improvement Process
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Occupational Hygiene, Occupational Safety And Health, Hazard Analysis, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Regulatory Compliance, Safety Culture, Safety Training, Compliance Management, Environment Health And Safety, Mitigation, Environmental Regulations, Pollution Prevention, Risk Management, Water Quality, Sustainability Standards, Sustainable Technologies, Quality Assessment, Leadership, Program Evaluation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Simulation and Simulation Software, Computer-Aided Design, General Networking, User Interface (UI), Engineering Analysis, Test Case
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Kaizen Methodology, Process Improvement, Software Quality Assurance, Quality Improvement, Change Management, Organizational Change, Continuous Improvement Process, Lean Methodologies, Quality Assurance, Waste Minimization, Test Tools, Issue Tracking, Application Lifecycle Management, Process Mapping
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations, Engineering Analysis, Computer-Aided Design, Pump Stations, Mechanical Design, Hydraulics, Cloud Computing
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Workflow Management, Service Improvement, Kanban Principles, Business Process, Customer Analysis, Process Analysis, Capacity Management, Process Improvement, Operational Excellence, Team Performance Management, Lean Methodologies, Continuous Improvement Process, Systems Thinking
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Supply Chain, Continuous Improvement Process, Operations, Process Improvement, Supply Chain Management, Instructional Design, Learning Management Systems, Education Software and Technology, Quality Management, Lean Manufacturing, Change Management, Business Technologies, Collaborative Software, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Solution Design, Technology Strategies, Learning Strategies, Systems Analysis, System Implementation
Credit offered
Mastertrack · 6 - 12 Months

S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research
Skills you'll gain: Mergers & Acquisitions, Search Engine Marketing, Working Capital, Competitive Analysis, Operations Management, Business Valuation, Manufacturing Operations, Design Thinking, Large Language Modeling, Business Strategy, Supply Chain Management, Digital Transformation, Promotional Strategies, Consumer Behaviour, Team Management, Organizational Change, Change Management, Financial Statement Analysis, Technical Consulting, Business Analytics
Earn a degree
Degree · 1 - 4 Years

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Enterprise Architecture, Data Governance, Database Theory, User Research, Stakeholder Engagement, Lean Methodologies, Algorithms, Database Management, Process Mapping, Unified Modeling Language, Process Analysis, Object Oriented Design, Software Architecture, Responsive Web Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Agile Methodology, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Data Ethics
Earn a degree
Degree · 1 - 4 Years