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    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of Pennsylvania

      Privacy Law and Data Protection

      Skills you'll gain: General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Information Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Regulatory Compliance, Data Security, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Incident Response, Governance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      789 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Introduction to Project Management

      Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Project Documentation, Team Management, Stakeholder Management, Project Management, Project Management Software, Project Schedules, Project Scoping, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Planning

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      2.1K reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Statistical Inference

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability & Statistics, Probability, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Methods, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Probability Distribution, Sampling (Statistics), Sample Size Determination, Data Analysis

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      4.4K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Graphic Design Elements for Non-Designers

      Skills you'll gain: Logo Design, Color Theory, Design Elements And Principles, Graphic Design, Design, Typography, Visual Design, Color Matching, User Experience Design, Digital Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphics Software, Adobe InDesign, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Design Software, Photo Editing, Content Creation, Design Research, Information Architecture, Adobe Photoshop

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.6K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Financial Reporting

      Skills you'll gain: Balance Sheet, Revenue Recognition, Financial Accounting, Financial Reporting, Depreciation, Financial Statement Analysis, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Accounts Receivable, Accounting, Inventory Accounting, Income Statement, Financial Statements, Cash Management, Accrual Accounting, Tax Management, Cash Flows, Fixed Asset, Asset Management, International Financial Reporting Standards, Standard Accounting Practices

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      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      897 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Fundamentals of Management

      Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Professional Networking, Business Management, Staff Management, Leadership and Management, Operations Management, People Management, Business Administration, Business Planning, Customer Service, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Leadership, Change Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      3.9K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Introduction to Intellectual Property

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Legal Strategy, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Business Strategy, Innovation, Case Law, Business Valuation, Economics, Policy Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      ESSEC Business School

      Negotiation Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Active Listening, Communication, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Conflict Management, Strategic Partnership, Relationship Building, Overcoming Objections, Leadership, Value Propositions, Mediation, Stakeholder Management, Decision Making

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University at Buffalo

      Solar Energy for Engineers, Architects and Code Inspectors

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Building Codes, Construction Inspection, HVAC, Building Design, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Safety, Electrical Power, Engineering Calculations, Architectural Design, System Requirements, Project Implementation, Energy and Utilities, Architectural Engineering, Land Development, Cost Benefit Analysis, Submittals (Construction), Structural Analysis, Process Analysis, Cost Estimation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      Università Bocconi

      Corporate Sustainability. Understanding and Seizing the Strategic Opportunity

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Business Transformation, Business Ethics, Organizational Change, Socioeconomics, Business Strategy, Systems Thinking, Stakeholder Management, Innovation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      903 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Strategic Sales Management

      Skills you'll gain: Sales Management, Sales Strategy, Customer Engagement, Sales Process, Sales, Sales Enablement, Sales Training, Business Planning, Conflict Management, Marketing, Marketing Planning, Market Intelligence, Strategic Marketing, B2B Sales, Competitive Intelligence, Marketing Effectiveness, Customer Relationship Building, Business Strategy, Business, Customer Analysis

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      496 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Free Trial
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      Google Cloud

      Responsible AI: Applying AI Principles with Google Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Business Ethics, Accountability, Compliance Training, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Google Cloud Platform, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Governance, Decision Making, Corporate Strategy

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      597 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Privacy Law and Data Protection: University of Pennsylvania
    • Introduction to Project Management: Coursera Project Network
    • Statistical Inference: Johns Hopkins University
    • Graphic Design Elements for Non-Designers: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Financial Reporting: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Fundamentals of Management: University of California, Irvine
    • Introduction to Intellectual Property: University of Pennsylvania
    • Negotiation Fundamentals: ESSEC Business School
    • Solar Energy for Engineers, Architects and Code Inspectors: University at Buffalo
    • Corporate Sustainability. Understanding and Seizing the Strategic Opportunity : Università Bocconi

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    Microsoft Excel (26)
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    Speech (18)
    Plan (17)
    Business Communication (16)
    Decision-making (16)
    Leadership (15)

    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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