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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


  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Six Sigma Tools for Improve and Control

    Skills you'll gain: Six Sigma Methodology, Process Improvement, Process Optimization, Correlation Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Kaizen Methodology, Process Improvement and Optimization, Regression Analysis, Statistical Process Controls, Project Management, Cost Benefit Analysis

    4.7 stars, 1.4K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    SkillUp

    Intro to Lean Six Sigma and Project Identification Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Process Mapping, Lean Six Sigma, Project Risk Management, Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Methodologies, Risk Management, Process Flow Diagrams, Risk Control, Risk Mitigation, Process Improvement, Customer Analysis, Performance Metric, Continuous Improvement Process, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Project Documentation, Performance Measurement, Project Scoping

    4.8 stars, 29 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (29) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Stability and Capability in Quality Improvement

    Skills you'll gain: Process Capability, Statistical Process Controls, R (Software), Statistical Analysis, R Programming, Quality Control, Probability & Statistics, Quality Improvement, Process Analysis, Data Transformation, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability Distribution

    4.2 stars, 18 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.2 (18) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt: Apply, Analyze & Improve Quality

    Skills you'll gain: Process Mapping, Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma Methodology, Quality Management, Process Analysis, Quality Improvement, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Process Flow Diagrams, Pareto Chart, Run Chart, Statistical Process Controls, Process Improvement, Statistical Analysis, Product Quality (QA/QC), Quality Assessment, Quality Control, Data Analysis, Histogram, Scatter Plots, Data Visualization

    4.6 stars, 45 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Taking Safety and Quality Improvement Work to the Next Level (Patient Safety VII)

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Healthcare Project Management, Quality Improvement, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Leadership

    4.6 stars, 101 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Planning a Patient Safety or Quality Improvement Project (Patient Safety III)

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Healthcare Project Management, Quality Improvement, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Patient Safety, Innovation, Brainstorming, Project Management, User Centered Design

    4.8 stars, 203 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (203) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Public Sector Efficiency: Optimizing Business Processes

    Skills you'll gain: Process Improvement, Performance Measurement, Performance Metric, Process Improvement and Optimization, Business Process Improvement, Business Process, Process Optimization, Process Analysis, Business Process Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Business Process Automation, Automation, Organizational Skills

    4.2 stars, 45 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.2 (45) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Patient Safety and Quality Improvement: Developing a Systems View (Patient Safety I)

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Systems Thinking, Quality Improvement, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI)

    4.8 stars, 1.6K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (1.6K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    Imperial College London

    Introduction to Quality Improvement in Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Leadership, Driving engagement, Overcoming Obstacles

    4.9 stars, 98 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (98) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Lean Six Sigma Green Belt: Apply & Master Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Lean Methodologies, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Six Sigma Methodology, Correlation Analysis, Kaizen Methodology, Process Improvement, Process Improvement and Optimization, Sampling (Statistics), Project Management, Statistical Methods, Statistical Modeling, Regression Analysis, Statistics, Process Analysis, Goal Setting, Statistical Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Probability & Statistics, Process Mapping

    4.8 stars, 54 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (54) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Lean Six Sigma: Define, Analyze & Improve

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Process Mapping, Six Sigma Methodology, Root Cause Analysis, Process Improvement, Lean Methodologies, Process Development, Business Leadership, Organizational Change, Change Management, Descriptive Statistics, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Analysis

    4.8 stars, 26 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (26) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Resolve Recurring Issues with Continuous Improvement

    Skills you'll gain: Root Cause Analysis, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Performance Improvement, Process Improvement and Optimization, Performance Measurement, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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