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    Study process improvement for optimizing business operations. Learn about Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.

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    • U

      University of California, Irvine

      Project Management Principles and Practices

      Skills you'll gain: Cost Estimation, Stakeholder Management, Project Risk Management, Project Controls, Project Schedules, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Performance, Estimation, Conflict Management, Quality Management, Change Control, Project Management, Timelines, Milestones (Project Management), Project Planning, Peer Review, Budgeting, Scheduling, Project Management Life Cycle, Risk Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      30K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Minnesota

      Software Development Lifecycle

      Skills you'll gain: User Story, Agile Software Development, Software Design Patterns, Design Thinking, Software Development Methodologies, Software Design, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Engineering Software, Process Mapping, Software Engineering, Kanban Principles, Software Development Life Cycle, Software Quality Assurance, Program Development, Application Security, Scrum (Software Development), Requirements Analysis, Lean Methodologies, Lean Manufacturing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      9.6K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • T

      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Lean Six Sigma

      Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Process Capability, Process Analysis, Process Mapping, Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Methodologies, Lean Manufacturing, Statistical Process Controls, Process Improvement, Quality Improvement, Process Optimization, Operational Analysis, Business Process, Quality Control, Statistical Analysis, Continuous Improvement Process, Value Engineering, Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Production Process

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      763 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • V

      Vanderbilt University

      ChatGPT for Project Management - Leveraging AI for Success

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Large Language Modeling, Productivity, Project Planning, Generative AI, Risk Analysis, Milestones (Project Management), Timelines, Project Risk Management, Project Schedules, Project Management, Artificial Intelligence, Workflow Management, Project Implementation, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Project Documentation, Taking Meeting Minutes, Business Metrics, Creative Thinking

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      5.8K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • R

      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Supply Chain Management

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Sourcing, Lean Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Demand Planning, Procurement, Supplier Relationship Management, Forecasting, Process Improvement, Supplier Management, Operations Management, Customer Demand Planning, Purchasing, Production Process, Supply Management, Operational Efficiency, Warehouse Management, Supply Chain Planning, Inventory and Warehousing, Inventory Management System, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      15K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Business and Financial Modeling

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Modeling, Financial Statements, Probability Distribution, Mathematical Modeling, Statistical Modeling, Portfolio Management, Regression Analysis, Business Modeling, Financial Modeling, Strategic Decision-Making, Risk Management, Presentations, Decision Making, Data Visualization, Microsoft PowerPoint, Predictive Modeling, Investment Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Spreadsheet Software, Google Sheets

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      11K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Web Design for Everybody: Basics of Web Development & Coding

      Skills you'll gain: Wireframing, Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Design, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Browser Compatibility, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Javascript, Front-End Web Development, User Interface (UI), Web Development Tools, Verification And Validation, Interactive Design, Application Frameworks, Code Review, Web Design and Development, Event-Driven Programming, Usability

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      35K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • C

      California Institute of the Arts

      Graphic Design

      Skills you'll gain: Typography, Design Elements And Principles, Graphic Design, Visual Design, Logo Design, Design Software, Digital Design, Creative Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Color Theory, Adobe InDesign, Photo Editing, Photography, Style Guides, Branding, Peer Review, Art History, Design, Aesthetics, Design Strategies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      21K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      IBM Data Analyst

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Data Visualization Software, Plotly, Data Wrangling, Data Visualization, Generative AI, SQL, Interactive Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Big Data, Jupyter, Matplotlib, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Data Manipulation, Excel Formulas, Professional Networking

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      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      91K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Alberta

      Software Product Management

      Skills you'll gain: Requirements Analysis, Agile Software Development, Agile Methodology, Kanban Principles, Project Planning, Requirements Elicitation, Sprint Retrospectives, Requirements Management, Functional Requirement, Business Requirements, Sprint Planning, Software Development Methodologies, Software Development Life Cycle, Scrum (Software Development), Software Technical Review, Code Review, Software Development, Product Requirements, Risk Management Framework, User Story

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      12K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • I

      IBM

      IBM Applied DevOps Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: CI/CD, Istio, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Continuous Integration, Agile Software Development, Kubernetes, Application Deployment, Test Driven Development (TDD), Gherkin (Scripting Language), Jenkins, DevOps, Code Coverage, Cloud-Native Computing, OpenShift, Cloud Applications, Containerization, Agile Methodology, Secure Coding, Grafana, System Monitoring

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      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      7.1K reviews

      Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • I

      IBM

      Generative AI for Human Resources (HR) Professionals

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI, HR Tech, Human Resources Software, Human Resources Management and Planning, OpenAI, Human Resources, Workforce Planning, Human Resource Strategy, Data Ethics, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Program Development, Employee Engagement, Image Analysis, Content Creation, Recruitment, Performance Appraisal, Employee Onboarding

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6.3K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular process improvement courses

    • Project Management Principles and Practices: University of California, Irvine
    • Software Development Lifecycle: University of Minnesota
    • Lean Six Sigma: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • ChatGPT for Project Management - Leveraging AI for Success: Vanderbilt University
    • Supply Chain Management: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Business and Financial Modeling: University of Pennsylvania
    • Web Design for Everybody: Basics of Web Development & Coding: University of Michigan
    • Graphic Design: California Institute of the Arts
    • IBM Data Analyst: IBM
    • Software Product Management: University of Alberta

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Process Improvement

    Process improvement is the series of actions you take to streamline a task, which makes its completion more efficient and helps to deliver a higher quality end result. This type of approach can be used for any task in life, but it's commonly used by companies trying to reduce costs by cutting waste and increasing the efficiency of workers. The constant focus on improving the processes that go into making a product also means the quality control department and product management teams are typically included.‎

    Learning process improvement can help you advance in a quality control job you already have if you're new to the subject. It can also be included as part of a learning path if you want to become a project manager or process engineer. There are also job opportunities that require knowledge of process improvement, such as process improvement specialists, management positions, and Lean Six Sigma job training specialists. Data analysts and time study professionals also find opportunities to advance through the study of process improvement.‎

    Taking online courses in process improvement on Coursera can help you get started in the field by offering opportunities to engage in learning that has real-world applications. The courses are set up to accommodate your current knowledge level, such as beginner level Six Sigma courses, and there are also more advanced value chain management courses that build on the early process improvement courses. You can earn Professional Certificates to add to your resume or fill in gaps in your knowledge by choosing the courses that fit your needs.‎

    You need to have solid reading and math skills before learning process improvement. You also need analytical skills and you need to be a person who pays close attention to details. If you're new to the topic, you have the option to begin with the fundamentals by taking beginner level Six Sigma courses. From there, you can build on the process improvement foundation and advance to the more complex intermediate and advanced level value chain management and Six Sigma green belt courses.‎

    Online Process Improvement courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Process Improvement skills. Choose from a wide range of Process Improvement courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Process Improvement, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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