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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


  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    The Define Phase for the 6 σ Black Belt

    Skills you'll gain: Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Six Sigma, Lean Methodologies, Analytical Skills, Process Analysis, Process Improvement, Business Analysis Tools, Project Documentation, Process Improvement and Optimization, Quality Improvement, Customer Insights, Quality Assessment, Customer experience improvement, Customer Analysis, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Quality Management, Project Management, Business Process, Project Scoping, Project Planning

    ★ 4.3 (113) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Core Project Management Process

    Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Project Risk Management, Project Controls, Team Management, Project Scoping, Agile Project Management, Project Management, Scope Management, Team Performance Management, Risk Management, Agile Methodology, Sprint Planning, Team Leadership, Risk Mitigation, Communication Planning, Agile Product Development, Project Implementation, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Communications, Design Thinking

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    The Analyze Phase for the 6 σ Black Belt

    Skills you'll gain: Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Six Sigma, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Analysis, Analysis, Statistical Methods, Quality Improvement, Statistical Inference, Correlation Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Risk Analysis, Regression Analysis, Sample Size Determination

    ★ 4.4 (53) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    The Improve Phase for the 6 σ Black Belt

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Methodologies, Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma Methodology, Performance Measurement, Quality Improvement, Process Improvement, Process Improvement and Optimization, Performance Metric, Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen Methodology, Continuous Improvement Process, Operational Efficiency, Kanban Principles, Statistical Methods, Analysis, Statistical Analysis

    ★ 4.6 (42) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • E

    Emory University

    MBE Mastering Business Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Return On Investment, Business Strategy, Cash Flows, Financial Statement Analysis, Operations, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Financial Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Income Statement, Corporate Finance, Quality Improvement, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Marketing Effectiveness, Business Valuation, Marketing Strategies, Market Dynamics, Marketing Communications, Lean Six Sigma

    ★ 4.9 (92) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Virginia

    Innovating with the Business Model Canvas

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Innovation, Journey Mapping, Process Design, Business Modeling, Business Architecture, Business Process, Business Strategy, Strategic Partnership, Growth Strategies, Customer Analysis, Value Propositions, Product Management, Resource Allocation, Customer Relationship Building, Customer Relationship Management

    ★ 4.6 (321) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • B

    Board Infinity

    Quality Improvement and Management

    Skills you'll gain: Quality Management, Quality Management Systems, ISO 9000 Series, Statistical Process Controls, Product Quality (QA/QC), Quality Improvement, Quality Monitoring, Service Improvement, Customer experience strategy (CX), Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Quality Control, User Feedback, Product Improvement, Continuous Improvement Process, Technical Standard, Process Improvement, Customer Insights, Case Studies

    ★ 4.3 (380) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • S

    SkillUp

    Product Owner Certification [PSPO I] Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: AI Product Strategy, Backlogs, Agile Product Development, Stakeholder Communications, Product Roadmaps, Virtual Teams, Stakeholder Management, Agile Project Management, Product Strategy, Stakeholder Engagement, Product Planning, Agile Methodology, Agile Software Development, User Story, Communication, Communication Strategies, Collaborative Software, Product Management, Sprint Planning, Product Requirements

    ★ 4.5 (203) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    IESE Business School

    How to Build an Effective Service Company

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Methodologies, Workforce Management, Service Design, Lean Manufacturing, Service Improvement, Operations Management, Operational Excellence, Process Optimization, Service Management, Operational Efficiency, Workforce Planning, Process Improvement, Staff Management, Process Analysis, Sustainable Business, Quality Improvement, Process Flow Diagrams, Human Resource Strategy, Capacity Management, Client Services

    ★ 4.4 (25) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    Utrecht University

    Clinical Epidemiology

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Clinical Practices, General Medicine, Clinical Research, Medical Science and Research, Diagnostic Tests, Clinical Trials, Public Health, Patient Treatment, Predictive Modeling

    ★ 4.7 (396) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • P

    Packt

    Six Sigma White Belt

    Skills you'll gain: Root Cause Analysis, Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Six Sigma, Quality Improvement, Quality Management, Kaizen Methodology, Lean Methodologies, Quality Management Systems, Process Improvement, Pareto Chart, Quality Control, Statistical Process Controls, Data Analysis, Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Correlation Analysis, Diagram Design, Prioritization

    ★ 4.6 (87) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Redacción de documentos empresariales de gran impacto

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Concision, Proofreading, Business Correspondence, Writing, Business Communication, Proposal Writing, Writing and Editing, Editing, Grammar, Internal Communications, Target Audience

    ★ 4.6 (497) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular lean courses

  • The Define Phase for the 6 σ Black Belt: Kennesaw State University
  • Core Project Management Process: University of Maryland, College Park
  • The Analyze Phase for the 6 σ Black Belt: Kennesaw State University
  • The Improve Phase for the 6 σ Black Belt: Kennesaw State University
  • MBE Mastering Business Essentials: Emory University
  • Innovating with the Business Model Canvas: University of Virginia
  • Quality Improvement and Management: Board Infinity
  • Product Owner Certification [PSPO I] Preparation: SkillUp
  • How to Build an Effective Service Company: IESE Business School
  • Clinical Epidemiology: Utrecht University

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