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Lean Process Improvement: Learn Lean Principles To Help You Become Successful
Toyota, Boeing, and Nike are just a few organizations that have used Lean principles to help them become successful. You, too, can incorporate Lean process improvement techniques into your corporate culture to minimize waste and maximize value.
Lean principles have come a long way over the past 300 years. From Benjamin Franklin’s early ideas, to Henry Ford’s work in the 1920’s and the Toyoda precepts in the 1930’s, to Jeffery Liker’s publication of The Toyota Way in 2004, Lean processes have evolved from a simple concept to a set of widely used best practices.
This course will give participants the foundation to begin implementing Lean process improvement tools in their workplace. The first part of the course will explore the foundations of Lean through the Toyota precepts and the five critical improvement concepts (value, waste, variation, complexity, and continuous improvement). The second part of the course will give participants tools to perform continuous improvement in their organization, including 5S, 5W-2H, PDSA, DMAIC, Kaizen, Genchi Genbutsu, and various Lean data mapping methods
Continuous Improvement with Lean: Learn the Basics of Continuous Improvement Strategies
This course is an ideal choice if you’re ready to take your Lean knowledge to the next step. In it, we will explore what continuous improvement is all about and how Lean methodology can help get you there.
In this Continuous Improvement with Lean course, you will learn about developing continuous improvement strategies in the workplace using Lean methodology. The course focuses on the Identify – Plan – Execute – Review cycle, and wraps up with an in-depth case study to help you practice what you have learned.
Six Sigma: Entering the Dojo: Learn The Skills You Need To Implement A Six Sigma Business Improvement Plan
This course will give you the skills you need to implement a Six Sigma business improvement plan to your business. You will learn what Six Sigma is and different methods to apply in a practical sense by using a set of tools. You will then wrap things up with a consideration of managing relationships with your customers, both internal and external.
Once you complete Six Sigma: Entering the Dojo your skills in this practical area of business improvement will be prepped and practiced enough to apply them in the real world. You are going to learn about the basics of Six Sigma and about various improvement tools. You will follow that up with a look at management tools for generating ideas. A look at continuous improvement is next on the agenda and the course concludes with a consideration of customer relationships.
Process Improvement with Gap Analysis: Improve Organizational Processes Through Gap Analysis
Gap analysis is a useful tool to improve processes in an organization or business. It will help you reveal and bridge process gaps. Gap analysis can be used in various facets of a business and in many ways to get to the desired end result.
You will learn how to embrace Process Improvement with Gap Analysis during this course which provides you with the knowledge of what gap analysis is, examples, templates, and the guidance to implement an analysis in your situation.
Accounting Skills for New Supervisors: Learn The Basics Of Accounting
Many of us flinch when we hear terms like depreciation, cash flow, balance sheet, and (worst of all!) budgets. However, these are all important concepts to understand if you’re going to succeed in business, particularly as a manager. This course will help you get started in the accounting world.
In course, you will learn the basics of accounting, including financial terms, generally accepted accounting principles, the accounting cycle, key financial reports, financial analysis tools, and budgeting.
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Modules
Course 1 – Certificate in Lean Process Improvement Online Course
Session 1: Course Overview
Learning Objectives
Pre-Assignment
Session 2: Understanding Lean
Defining Lean
The History of Lean
The Automobile Industry
The Toyoda Precepts
Modern Thinkers
Six Sigma and Lean
Lean Six Sigma
Pre-Assignment Review
A Lean Glossary, Part One
A Lean Glossary, Part Two
Session 3: The Toyota Production System
Overview of the Liker Pyramid
Parts of the Pyramid, Part One
Parts of the Pyramid, Part Two
Exploring the Philosophy
Considering the Processes, Part One
Considering the Processes, Part Two
Understanding People and Partners
Problem Solving Tools
The Problem Solving Model
Asking the Right Questions
Session 4: The Toyota Production System House
Model Overview
The Roof
The Pillars
The Core
The Foundation
Session 5: The Five Critical Improvement Concepts
Key Ideas
Waste
Variation
Complexity
Continuous Improvement
Case Study
Task
Session 6: Understanding Value with the Kano Model
The Kano Model
Breaking Down the Model
Example: New Car
Session 7: Types of Waste
The Three Categories
Making Connections
Session 8: Creating a Lean Enterprise
Going Green with Lean
The Characteristics of a Lean Organization
Session 9: The Plan, Do, Study, Act (PDSA) Cycle
Model Overview
Plan
Do
Study (also called Check)
Act
Session 10: Using the R-DMAIC-S Model
R-DMAIC-S Model
R-DMAIC-S and PDSA, Part One
R-DMAIC-S and PDSA, Part Two
Session 11: Lean Thinking Tools
5W-2H
Genchi Genbutsu and Gemba
Performing a 5-S
Preparing for 5-S
Session 12: Kaizen Events
About Kaizen and Kaizen Events
Typical Kaizen Blitz Workflow
Visualizing the Workflow
Personal Reflection
Session 13: Data Gathering and Mapping
Flow Charts
Types of Symbols, Part One
Types of Symbols, Part Two
Creating the Flow Chart
Sample Flow Chart
Ishikawa (Cause and Effect) Diagrams
Creating an Ishikawa Diagram
SIPOC Diagrams
The Right Tools for the Job
Value Stream Maps
Sample Value Stream Map
Tips for Effective Data Analysis
Making Connections
Session 14: A Plan to Take Home
Roadblocks and Pitfalls
Making Connections
Common Problems
Creating a Successful Organizational Structure
Process Overview
Breaking Down the Model
Where To Get Started?
A Plan for Success
Session 15: A Personal Action Plan
Starting Point
Where I Want to Go
How I Will Get There
Course 2 – Certificate in Continuous Improvement with Lean Online Course
Session 1: Course Overview
Learning Objectives
Pre-Assignment
Session 2: Defining Continuous Improvement
Definitions
Continuous Improvement
Pre-Assignment Review
How Can Lean Help?
Fully Adopted
Four-Stage Cycle
Making Connections
Session 3: Stage One – Identify Areas For Improvement
Making It Valuable
Test the Theory
Session 4: Stage Two – Create a Plan for Improvement
Building the Plan
Breaking Down the Steps
Next Steps
Where Are You At?
Session 5: Stage Three – Implement the Changes
Taking the Lead
Staying Focused
Value Stream
Session 6: Stage Four – Review the Impact
Remember to be Green with Lean
Making Connections
The Review Stage
Checklist for Success
The Three-Foot Circle
Review in Progress
Making Connections
Session 7: Test Driving
Background Information
Case Study, Part One
Case Study, Part Two
Identify Opportunities for Improvement
Define the Process to Improve
Toolkit: Flow Charts, Part One
Toolkit: Flow Charts, Part Two
Toolkit: Flow Charts, Part Three
Toolkit: Ishikawa Diagrams
Toolkit: SIPOC Diagrams, Part One
Toolkit: SIPOC Diagrams, Part Two
Toolkit: Value Stream Map, Part One
Toolkit: Value Stream Map, Part Two
Work on Your Plan
Polish Your Plan
A Personal Action Plan
Starting Point
Where I Want to Go
How I Will Get There
Course 3 – Certificate in Six Sigma: Entering the Dojo Online Course
Session 1: Course Overview
Learning Objectives
Pre-Assignment
Session 2: Six Sigma Basics
Introduction
DMAIC and DMADV?
Session 3: Improvement Tools
Check Sheets and Flowcharts, Part 1
Check Sheets and Flowcharts, Part 2
Check Sheets and Flowcharts, Part 3
Check Sheets and Flowcharts, Part 4
Scatter Diagrams and Histograms, Part 1
Scatter Diagrams and Histograms, Part 2
Pareto Analysis
Control Charts
Cause-and-Effect Diagrams
Improvement Tool Activity
Session 4: Management Tools for Generating Ideas
Brainstorming and Affinity Diagrams, Part 1
Brainstorming and Affinity Diagrams, Part 2
Making Connections
Other Idea Generating Techniques, Part 1
Other Idea Generating Techniques, Part 2
Session 5: Continuous Improvement
Continuous Improvement
How to Carry Out a Six Sigma Continuous Improvement Project, Part 1
How to Carry Out a Six Sigma Continuous Improvement Project, Part 2
Making Connections
Session 6: Customer Relationships
Customer Satisfaction
Obtaining Customer Feedback, Part One
Obtaining Customer Feedback, Part Two
A Personal Action Plan
Starting Point
Where I Want to Go
How I Will Get There
Course 4 – Certificate in Process Improvement with Gap Analysis Online Course
Session 1: Course Overview
Learning Objectives
Pre-Assignment
Session 2: What is Gap Analysis?
Defining Gap Analysis
Where Gaps Occur
The Business Case for Gap Analysis
Types of Gap Analyses
Making Connections
Session 3: The Gap Analysis Process
Process Overview
Recording the Data
Step One: Identify the Future State, Part One
Step One: Identify the Future State, Part Two
Step Two: Identify the Current State, Part One
Step Two: Identify the Current State, Part Two
Step Three: Measure the Gap, Part One
Step Three: Measure the Gap, Part Two
Step Four: Create an Action Plan
Step Five: Implement and Follow Up
Making Connections
Task
Session 4: Supporting Tools
The McKinsey 7S Model
The 7S Framework
About the Elements
SWOT Analysis
Sample SWOT
The Five Whys Technique
Example
The Fishbone Diagram
About the Diagram
Making Connections, Part One
Making Connections, Part Two
Task One
Task Two
Task Three
Session 5: Creating a Gap Analysis Report
Essential Elements of a Gap Analysis Report
Extra Elements
Session Six: Test Driving
Pre-Assignment Review
Toolbox
SWOT Analysis
Five Whys
Session 7: A Personal Action Plan
Starting Point
Where I Want to Go
How I Will Get There
Course 5 – Certificate in Accounting Skills for New Supervisors Online Course
Session 1: Course Overview
Learning Objectives
Pre-Assignment
Session 2: Getting the Facts Straight
Starting with the Basics
Recording Financial Transactions
Financial Reports vs. Financial Statements
General Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Getting to Know the Players
The Big Picture
Identifying the Key Players in Your Organization
Governing Organizations
Session 3: The Accounting Cycle
Methods of Recording Transactions
Accounting Periods
Overview of the Accounting Cycle
Accounting Terms
Case Study: Happy Haircuts
Session 4: The Key Reports
What is the Income Statement?
Income Statement Equation
Income Statement Accounts
Sample Income Statement
The Balance Sheet
Balance Sheet Equation
Balance Sheet Accounts
Current vs. Fixed Assets
Sample Balance Sheet
The Cash Flow Statement
Sample Cash Flow Statement
Statement of Retained Earnings
Session 5: Keeping Score
Understanding the Chart of Accounts
Assets
Equity
Single vs. Double Entry Accounting
Double Entry Accounting
About Recordkeeping
Self-Test
Session 6: A Review of Financial Terms
Match Up!
Session 7: Understanding Debits and Credits
Debits and Credits Demystified
Debit and Credit Accounts
Working with Debits and Credits
Session 8: Your Financial Analysis Toolbox
Identifying the Relevant Data
Analyzing the Data
Current Ratio
Quick Ratio
Net and Gross Profit Margin
Caution!
Reading Annual Reports
Getting Ready
Step One: Report by Independent Auditors
Step Two: Footnotes
Step Three: Financial Statements
Step Four: Letters and Analysis
Case Study
Using Charts and Graphs
Column and Bar Charts
Bar Chart Example
Line Charts
Pie Charts
Using Ratios for Decision Making
Cost-Benefit Analysis
Return on Investment
A Final Word
Session 9: Identifying High and Low Risk Companies
General Guidelines
Stay Up-To-Date
Case Study
Session 10: The Basics of Budgeting
Defining a Budget
Where Does the Budget Fit In?
The Budgeting Process
Step One: Gather the Budget Package
Step Two: Lay the Groundwork
Step Three: Identify Your Goals and Deliverables
Step Four: Gather Your Resources
Step Five: Plan Your Work
Step Six: Do It!
Case Study
Task
Session 11: Working Smarter
Computer Survival Skills
Internet and E-mails
Word Processing
Spreadsheet Processing
In-House Financial System
Choosing Accounting Software
Making Connections
Session 12: People and Numbers
Making Connections
Session 13: A Personal Action Plan
Starting Point
Where I Want to Go
How I Will Get There