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      Coursera Project Network

      Graphic design: pop your Linkedin with 3D effect using Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), LinkedIn, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Computer Graphic Techniques, Social Media Content, Professional Networking, Design Elements And Principles

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      84 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Textual Elements of Design: Fonts, Typography, and Spacing

      Skills you'll gain: Typography, Graphic and Visual Design, Design, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Design Software, Design Elements And Principles, Color Theory

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      277 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Columbia University

      Construction Scheduling

      Skills you'll gain: Project Schedules, Project Risk Management, Scheduling, Construction Management, Timelines, Lean Methodologies, Construction, Project Management Software, Work Breakdown Structure, Resource Allocation, Probability & Statistics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      K

      Kennesaw State University

      Team Management for the 6 σ Black Belt

      Skills you'll gain: Team Management, Team Building, Meeting Facilitation, Conflict Management, Team Leadership, Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Six Sigma, Discussion Facilitation, Project Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Communication

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      225 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      National Academy of Sports Medicine

      Aligning Diet and Exercise

      Skills you'll gain: Exercise Science, Nutrition and Diet, Sports Medicine, Nutrition Education, Kinesiology, Health And Wellness Coaching

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      70 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Kennesaw State University

      Six Sigma Advanced Define and Measure Phases

      Skills you'll gain: Process Capability, Team Management, Statistical Process Controls, Exploratory Data Analysis, Six Sigma Methodology, Probability & Statistics, Process Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Lean Six Sigma, Process Mapping, Correlation Analysis, Data Collection, Regression Analysis, Process Improvement, Quality Improvement, Business Process, Graphing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      U

      Universitat de Barcelona

      The entrepreneur's guide for beginners

      Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Market Opportunities, Business Planning, Lean Methodologies, Business Modeling, New Business Development, Business Development, Fundraising, Value Propositions, Target Audience

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      532 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      University of Virginia

      Hypothesis-Driven Development

      Skills you'll gain: Usability Testing, Continuous Delivery, Product Testing, Agile Product Development, DevOps, Agile Methodology, User Research, Prototyping, Product Development, Lean Methodologies, Innovation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Introducción a Data Science: Programación Estadística con R

      Skills you'll gain: R Programming, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Programming, Ggplot2, Quantitative Research, Data Manipulation, Statistical Software, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Exploratory Data Analysis, Graphical Tools, Simulations, Data Structures, Software Installation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      8.5K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Kennesaw State University

      Six Sigma Tools for Improve and Control

      Skills you'll gain: Six Sigma Methodology, Process Improvement, Process Optimization, Correlation Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Lean Six Sigma, Kaizen Methodology, Quality Improvement, Regression Analysis, Statistical Process Controls, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Capability, Project Management, Quality Management, Cost Benefit Analysis, Statistical Inference, Document Control

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Lean Management: Just-In-Time Training and Certification

      Skills you'll gain: Lean Manufacturing, Waste Minimization, Lean Methodologies, Supplier Management, Quality Control, Quality Management, Manufacturing Operations, Production Management, Production Process, Operational Efficiency, Supplier Relationship Management, Inventory Control, Process Improvement, Continuous Improvement Process, Facility Management, System Implementation, Team Building

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Lean Product Portfolios: Beyond Value Stream Mapping

      Skills you'll gain: Product Lifecycle Management, Enterprise Architecture, Product Management, Product Strategy, User Research, New Product Development, Scalability, Lean Methodologies, Product Roadmaps, User Centered Design, Product Development, Growth Strategies, Market Opportunities, Innovation, Case Studies, Market Research

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Graphic design: pop your Linkedin with 3D effect using Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Textual Elements of Design: Fonts, Typography, and Spacing: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Construction Scheduling: Columbia University
    • Team Management for the 6 σ Black Belt: Kennesaw State University
    • Aligning Diet and Exercise: National Academy of Sports Medicine
    • Six Sigma Advanced Define and Measure Phases: Kennesaw State University
    • The entrepreneur's guide for beginners: Universitat de Barcelona
    • Hypothesis-Driven Development: University of Virginia
    • Introducción a Data Science: Programación Estadística con R: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Six Sigma Tools for Improve and Control: Kennesaw State University

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