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      Technical University of Munich (TUM)

      Digitalisation in Aeronautics and Space

      Skills you'll gain: Global Positioning Systems, Human Factors, Manufacturing Processes, Digital Transformation, Environmental Monitoring, Control Systems, Aerospace Basic Quality System Standards, Automation, Structural Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Big Data, Communication Systems, Human Machine Interfaces, Production Process, Cybersecurity, Cyber Engineering, Spatial Data Analysis, Robotic Process Automation, Mathematical Modeling, Artificial Intelligence

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Mastering Concrete Techniques

      Skills you'll gain: Construction Engineering, Laboratory Testing, Construction, Construction Inspection, Production Process, Construction Management, Manufacturing Operations, Plant Operations and Management, Manufacturing Processes, Civil Engineering, Safety Assurance, Product Testing, Chemical Engineering, Materials science, Structural Engineering, Sustainable Engineering, Manufacturing Standards, Analytical Testing, Chemistry, Water Quality

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      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      How to Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

      Skills you'll gain: Standard Operating Procedure, Operational Efficiency, Lean Methodologies, Quality Assurance, Procedure Development, Operations Management, Safety Standards, Process Management, Process Optimization, Workforce Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Risk Management

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      Michigan State University

      Developing An Entrepreneurial Mindset: First Step Towards Success

      Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Market Opportunities, Lean Methodologies, Growth Mindedness, New Business Development, Creative Thinking, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Business Modeling, Business, Business Risk Management

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Materials Science for Advanced Technological Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronic Components, Materials science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electronics, Thermal Management, Structural Analysis, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Chemistry, Failure Analysis, Process Control, Engineering Calculations

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      184 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Una aproximación a la química del carbono

      Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Petroleum Industry, Chemistry, Environmental Engineering, Oil and Gas, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, Manufacturing Processes

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Operations Management: Organization and Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Organizational Strategy, Manufacturing Operations, Operational Analysis, Business Operations, Supply Chain, Inventory Management System, Process Analysis, Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Strategies, Cost Benefit Analysis, Demand Planning, Capacity Management, Service Level

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      4.7
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University at Buffalo

      Data-Driven Decision Making (DDDM)

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Statistical Process Controls, Data Literacy, Process Mapping, Data Ethics, Data Visualization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Collection, Process Improvement, Data Visualization Software, Business Process, Business Analytics, Tableau Software, Analytics, Data Analysis, Root Cause Analysis, Minitab, Lean Methodologies, Six Sigma Methodology, Process Analysis

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      IIT Bombay

      Introduction to Business Management: Winning Internally

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Financial Management, Accounting, Business Management, Organizational Structure, Business, Manufacturing Operations, Leadership, Human Resources, Organizational Strategy, Business Strategies, Strategic Thinking, Financial Statements, Innovation, Product Development

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      3D Printing Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Product Design, Design Thinking, Innovation, Manufacturing Processes, Computer-Aided Design, Prototyping, Product Development, Production Process, Materials science

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      École Polytechnique

      Physics of silicon solar cells

      Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Materials science, Electrical Engineering, Sustainable Technologies, Energy and Utilities, Physics, Electronic Components, Manufacturing Processes

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Olay

      Cosmetic Product Development

      Skills you'll gain: Product Development, Packaging and Labeling, Prototyping, New Product Development, Product Design, Customer Analysis, Production Process, Sustainable Design, Product Testing, Manufacturing Processes, Product Quality (QA/QC), Consumer Behaviour, Market Research, Innovation, Chemistry, Regulatory Compliance, Market Trend

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular lean manufacturing courses

    • Digitalisation in Aeronautics and Space: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
    • Mastering Concrete Techniques: L&T EduTech
    • How to Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): Coursera Instructor Network
    • Developing An Entrepreneurial Mindset: First Step Towards Success : Michigan State University
    • Materials Science for Advanced Technological Applications: Arizona State University
    • Una aproximación a la química del carbono: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Operations Management: Organization and Analysis: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Data-Driven Decision Making (DDDM): University at Buffalo
    • Introduction to Business Management: Winning Internally: IIT Bombay
    • 3D Printing Capstone: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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