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Principles of Lean

Program Type

Certificate

Program Format

Online

Instruction Format

Self Study

Courses

1 course

CEUs/PDUs

3/30

Next Start

01/01/2025

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Do you want to increase customer satisfaction, improve quality, raise productivity and make operations run smoother in your organization?

The online certificate in the Principles of Lean will prepare you to become a Lean practitioner capable of recognizing and eliminating wasteful practices that can slow down production and decrease morale.

Who should enroll?

This program is designed for working professionals across all industries and roles who want to improve operational performance by eliminating and preventing defects and waste in products, processes and services.

There are no prerequisite requirements to register for the Principles of Lean Certificate program.

What You'll Learn

Gain the knowledge to simplify your procedures and identify what does and does not add value to a process. You will be taught how to:

  • Interpret the purpose and applicability of core Lean tools and methods
  • Define and describe the five principles of Lean
  • Recognize the eight types of waste
  • Complete a value stream map
  • Apply an A3 form to a real-world process
  • Determine customer needs and requirements

Program Expectations

This self-paced program will introduce you to essential Lean tools and concepts and teach you how to apply them to make quick and impactful improvements. Upon your successful completion of the Principles of Lean certificate program, you will be able to:

  • Define the principles and philosophy of Lean
  • Describe the value stream mapping technique
  • Plan and participate in a Kaizen event
  • Identify the eight types of waste in a process
  • Spot value vs. non-value-added activities

Curriculum & Tuition

Tuition

Average Cost Per Course: $695

Why SMU?

  • SMU Continuing and Professional Education has offered noncredit learning programs since 1953.
  • SMU is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
  • Students who successfully complete a certificate program will be issued a digital credential through Credly and will earn a lifetime credential through SMU Continuing and Professional Education.

Average Cost Per Course: $695

Additional tuition reductions and flexible payment options may be available!

Career Pathways

Industrial Production Managers
Logisticians
Manufacturing Engineers
Regulatory Affairs Managers
Sustainability Specialists