Process improvement courses can help you learn techniques like Lean, Six Sigma, and root cause analysis, along with process mapping and performance metrics. You can build skills in identifying inefficiencies, implementing change, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Many courses introduce tools such as flowcharts, value stream mapping, and statistical software, which support the application of these skills in practical work, enabling you to streamline operations and enhance productivity.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Emerging Technologies, Manufacturing Processes, Computer-Aided Design, Industrial Design, Prototyping, Materials science, Business Economics, Product Development, Innovation, New Product Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

École Nationale des Ponts et Chaussées
Skills you'll gain: Petroleum Industry, Sustainable Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Oil and Gas, Environment Health And Safety, Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Safety Assurance, Transportation Operations, Sustainable Design, Energy and Utilities, Materials science, Construction, Chemical Engineering, Technical Standard, Chemistry, Production Process, Performance Testing, Manufacturing Processes
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Event Management, Blogs, Content Development and Management, Content Management, Web Design, Web Design and Development, No-Code Development, Brand Management, Digital Marketing, Public Relations
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

The University of Sydney
Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Research, Problem Solving, Ethical Standards And Conduct, English Language, Writing, Communication, Planning, Collaboration
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universitat de Barcelona
Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, Higher Education, Train The Trainer, Collaboration, Innovation, Problem Solving, digital literacy, Instructional Design, Learning Strategies, Critical Thinking
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Kanban Principles, Agile Methodology, Workflow Management, Lean Methodologies, Process Management, Business Process, Business Process Management, Process Mapping, Collaborative Software, Service Design
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Washington
Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Event Planning, Business Correspondence, Business Writing, Business Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Planning, Proposal Development, Decision Making, Customer Complaint Resolution
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Safety Standards, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Regulations, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Power, Sustainable Technologies, Manufacturing and Production, Manufacturing Processes, Production Process, Chemistry, Electric Power Systems, Thermal Management, Materials science, Reliability, Electrical Safety, Environmental Issue, System Requirements, Chemical Engineering, Technical Standard
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Project Management, Quality Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Meeting Facilitation, Team Management, Stakeholder Communications, Quality Control, Project Planning, Sprint Planning, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Agile Methodology, Process Improvement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Accrual Accounting, Financial Reporting, Balance Sheet, Revenue Recognition, Financial Accounting, Inventory Accounting, Cash Management, Accounts Receivable, Financial Statement Analysis, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Depreciation, Accounting, Income Statement, Financial Statements, Cash Flows, Peer Review, General Accounting, Tax Management, International Financial Reporting Standards, Technical Accounting
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Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Methods, Sample Size Determination, Statistical Inference, Estimation, Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Data Analysis, Decision Making
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: Strategic Partnership, Business Modeling, Value Propositions, Business Development, Resource Allocation, Entrepreneurial Finance, Financial Analysis, Target Market, User Feedback, Entrepreneurship, Team Building, New Product Development, Leadership Development, New Business Development, Business Marketing, Performance Metric, Revenue Forecasting, Product Development, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Cash Flows
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months