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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


  • U

    University of Michigan

    Successful Negotiation: Essential Strategies and Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Contract Negotiation, Negotiation, Price Negotiation, Mediation, Arbitration, Communication, Business Communication, Intercultural Competence, Conflict Management, Cultural Responsiveness, Cultural Sensitivity, Influencing, Business Ethics, Decision Making, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Planning, Constructive Feedback, Analysis

    ★ 4.8 (20K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Bestseller
    Bestseller
  • I

    IBM

    Generative AI for Project Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Responsible AI, Google Gemini, AI literacy, Project Management, AI Enablement, Project Management Life Cycle, Data Ethics, Case Studies, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Project Documentation, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Model Evaluation, Automation, Machine Learning, Data Synthesis

    ★ 4.7 (12K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • G

    Google

    Google Business Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Data Modeling, Stakeholder Engagement, Dashboard, Business Intelligence, Tableau Software, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Warehousing, Database Systems, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization, Data Pipelines, Interviewing Skills, Business Process, Business Analysis, Database Design, Data Mart, Applicant Tracking Systems, Data Analysis, SQL, Stakeholder Communications

    ★ 4.8 (9.2K) · Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • G

    Google

    Project Planning: Putting It All Together

    Skills you'll gain: Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management, Project Planning, Project Risk Management, Communication Planning, Project Documentation, Milestones (Project Management), Project Schedules, Risk Management, Project Estimation, Cost Management, Budget Management, Risk Management Framework, Budgeting, Risk Mitigation, Document Management, Estimation, Cost Estimation, Procurement, Strategic Thinking

    ★ 4.8 (15K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • I

    IBM

    IBM DevOps, Cloud, and Agile Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Platforms, Agile Software Development, Scrum (Software Development), Agile Methodology, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Kanban Principles, DevOps, Backlogs, Cloud Services, Cloud Development, Cloud Deployment, Sprint Retrospectives, Cloud Security, Cloud-Native Computing, Devops Tools, Continuous Integration, CI/CD

    ★ 4.7 (14K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Arizona State University TESOL

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Learning Management Systems, Education Software and Technology, Course Development, Digital pedagogy, Educational Materials, Writing, Teaching, Literacy, Instructional Design, Train The Trainer, Technology Strategies, Grammar, English Language, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Language Competency, Design Elements And Principles, Design Strategies, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking

    ★ 4.9 (22K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Turning Ideas into Sustainable Results

    Skills you'll gain: Operational Excellence, Plan Execution, Process Optimization, Process Improvement and Optimization, Organizational Change, Performance Improvement, Operational Efficiency, Follow Through, Process Improvement, Change Management, Program Implementation, Performance Measurement, Strategic Prioritization, Matrix Management, Workflow Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Prioritization, Program Evaluation, Performance Metric, Cross-Functional Collaboration

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • D

    Duke University

    Excel to MySQL: Analytic Techniques for Business

    Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Data Storytelling, Database Design, Dashboard, Predictive Analytics, MySQL, Data Presentation, Relational Databases, SQL, Tableau Software, Business Analytics, Business Metrics, Data Visualization Software, Process Development, Data Visualization, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Big Data, Business Communication, Microsoft Excel

    ★ 4.6 (15K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Microsoft Excel: Learn with Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Dashboard, Pivot Tables And Charts, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft 365, ChatGPT, Data Analysis, Microsoft Office, Data Visualization, Document Management, Project Management Software, Collaborative Software, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Text Mining, Project Management, Data Entry, Generative AI, Data-Driven Decision-Making

    ★ 4.6 (24K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • I

    IBM

    Generative AI for Product Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, AI Product Strategy, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Commercialization, Product Management, AI Enablement, Google Gemini, Product Lifecycle Management, Stakeholder Communications, Technical Product Management, LLM Application, AI literacy, Customer experience improvement, Team Building, Responsible AI, Stakeholder Engagement, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Creativity

    ★ 4.7 (12K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Six Sigma Yellow Belt

    Skills you'll gain: Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis, Lean Methodologies, Process Improvement, Data Collection, Quality Improvement, Process Optimization, Correlation Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Kaizen Methodology, Process Analysis, Process Improvement and Optimization, Probability Distribution, Regression Analysis, Project Design, Quality Assessment, Project Schedules, Business Process, Project Management

    ★ 4.7 (4.3K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • G

    Google

    Google AI Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Patterns, Google Gemini, Generative AI, AI literacy, Model Training, Technology Roadmaps, AI Integrations, Google Sheets, Critical Thinking, Innovation

    ★ 4.8 (25K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Top AI Program
    Top AI Program
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular process improvement courses

  • Successful Negotiation: Essential Strategies and Skills: University of Michigan
  • Generative AI for Project Managers: IBM
  • Google Business Intelligence: Google
  • Project Planning: Putting It All Together: Google
  • IBM DevOps, Cloud, and Agile Foundations: IBM
  • Arizona State University TESOL: Arizona State University
  • Turning Ideas into Sustainable Results: Microsoft
  • Excel to MySQL: Analytic Techniques for Business: Duke University
  • Microsoft Excel: Learn with Projects: Coursera
  • Generative AI for Product Managers: IBM

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