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Process Improvement Courses

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.

Popular Process Improvement Courses and Certifications


  • C

    Coursera

    Root Cause Analysis: Principles and Benefits

    Skills you'll gain: Root Cause Analysis, Operational Efficiency, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Continuous Improvement Process, Product Improvement, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Quality Improvement, Product Quality (QA/QC), Process Improvement, Operational Excellence, Proactivity, Process Improvement and Optimization, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Complex Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Culture Transformation

    4.5 stars, 117 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (117) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • S

    SkillUp

    ASQ-Certified Six Sigma Yellow Belt Exam Prep Specialization

    Skills you'll gain: Process Mapping, Root Cause Analysis, Lean Six Sigma, Lean Methodologies, Correlation Analysis, Process Improvement, Quality Improvement, Project Risk Management, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma Methodology, Risk Management, Regression Analysis, Process Improvement and Optimization, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Statistical Process Controls, Continuous Improvement Process, Data Collection, Process Flow Diagrams, Quality Management

    4.5 stars, 50 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Operational planning and problem solving

    Skills you'll gain: Root Cause Analysis, Resource Allocation, Operations Management, Operational Analysis, Problem Management, Operations, Resource Management, Coordinating, Budget Management, Project Coordination, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Milestones (Project Management), Cost Management, Operational Performance Management, Project Planning, Operational Efficiency, Project Schedules, Microsoft Copilot, Process Analysis, Budgeting

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    SkillUp

    ASQ-Certified Six Sigma Green Belt (CSSGB) Exam Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Process Controls, Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Methodologies, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Process Capability, Lean Six Sigma, Project Schedules, Project Estimation, Lean Manufacturing, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Data Analysis, Continuous Improvement Process, Project Management, Project Planning, Analysis, Operational Excellence, Process Improvement, Quality Management

    4.6 stars, 75 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (75) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Value Stream Mapping

    Skills you'll gain: Process Mapping, Strategic Thinking, Process Analysis, Process Management, Business Workflow Analysis, Operational Efficiency, Business Process, Workflow Management, Process Flow Diagrams, Process Optimization, Business Process Improvement, Business Process Modeling, Process Improvement, Lean Methodologies, Waste Minimization, Continuous Improvement Process

    4.1 stars, 49 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.1 (49) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    SkillUp

    Advanced Statistical Analysis and Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Process Controls, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Process Improvement, Lean Methodologies, Kaizen Methodology, Lean Six Sigma, Process Capability, Six Sigma Methodology, Risk Analysis, Process Improvement and Optimization, Quality Improvement, Process Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Continuous Improvement Process, Quality Assessment, Risk Management, Quality Monitoring, Business Process, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI)

    5 stars, 11 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 5 (11) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    SkillUp

    Overview: Six Sigma and the Organization

    Skills you'll gain: Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Methodologies, Lean Manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, Operational Excellence, Process Improvement, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Quality Improvement, Business Process, Process Improvement and Optimization, Quality Management, Organizational Strategy, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Analysis, New Product Development, Data Analysis

    4.6 stars, 57 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    SkillUp

    Leadership and Team Management

    Skills you'll gain: Benchmarking, Six Sigma Methodology, Team Leadership, Team Management, Lean Six Sigma, Logistics, Team Building, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Change, Management Training And Development, Team Motivation, Business Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Quality Improvement, Conflict Management, Change Management, Project Management, Leadership, Process Improvement, Performance Measurement

    4.8 stars, 45 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (45) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • N

    Northeastern University

    Intro to Managing Healthcare Supply Chain Operations

    Skills you'll gain: Quality Management, Lean Methodologies, Lean Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Operations Management, Operations, Healthcare Project Management, Process Improvement and Optimization, Quality Management Systems, Process Management, Quality Improvement, Performance Improvement, Supply Chain Systems, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Business Process Improvement, Business Process, Process Analysis, Quality Assessment, Project Management

    4.6 stars, 16 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • P

    Packt

    The Ultimate BPMN Course

    Skills you'll gain: Business Process Improvement, Process Modeling, Business Process Automation, Process Optimization, Dataflow

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Six Sigma White Belt (Accredited)

    Skills you'll gain: Kaizen Methodology, Process Optimization, Pareto Chart, Operational Efficiency, Project Management, Project Scoping

    4.8 stars, 14 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (14) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Analysis for Business Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Business Systems Analysis, Systems Analysis, Requirements Analysis, Business Requirements, Business Analysis, Business Systems, Process Flow Diagrams, User Requirements Documents, Data Modeling, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Business Process Modeling, Diagram Design, Feasibility Studies, Decision Making, Project Management

    4.8 stars, 583 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (583) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular process improvement courses

  • Root Cause Analysis: Principles and Benefits: Coursera
  • ASQ-Certified Six Sigma Yellow Belt Exam Prep Specialization: SkillUp
  • Operational planning and problem solving: Microsoft
  • ASQ-Certified Six Sigma Green Belt (CSSGB) Exam Prep: SkillUp
  • Value Stream Mapping: Coursera
  • Advanced Statistical Analysis and Tools: SkillUp
  • Overview: Six Sigma and the Organization: SkillUp
  • Leadership and Team Management: SkillUp
  • Intro to Managing Healthcare Supply Chain Operations: Northeastern University
  • The Ultimate BPMN Course: Packt

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