Process improvement courses can help you learn techniques like Lean, Six Sigma, and root cause analysis, along with process mapping and performance metrics. You can build skills in identifying inefficiencies, implementing change, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Many courses introduce tools such as flowcharts, value stream mapping, and statistical software, which support the application of these skills in practical work, enabling you to streamline operations and enhance productivity.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis, Balance Sheet, Financial Reporting, Accounting, Income Statement, Business Valuation, Finance, Return On Investment, Securities (Finance), Annual Reports, Cash Flows, Trend Analysis, Forecasting
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Mathematical Modeling, Business Modeling, Business Analytics, Analytics, Data Modeling, Business Mathematics, Process Optimization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Microsoft Excel, Decision Making, Linear Algebra, Spreadsheet Software, Graphing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, Data Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Jupyter, Data Visualization, Unsupervised Learning, Statistical Analysis, Model Evaluation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Machine Learning, Business Analytics, Classification Algorithms, Analytical Skills, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Data Storytelling, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Scoping, Business Priorities, Business Analysis
Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Infrastructure, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS)
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: English Language, Marketing, Business, Vocabulary, Telecommuting, Human Resources, Office Management, Leadership and Management, Business Communication, Recruitment, Business Writing, Grammar, Communication
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Meeting Facilitation, Virtual Teams, Telecommuting, Experience Design, Business Process Management, Virtual Environment
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence, Microsoft Azure, Data Capture, Model Deployment, Text Mining, Application Programming Interface (API), Classification Algorithms, Document Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Scrimba
Skills you'll gain: Vibe coding, Microsoft Copilot, GitHub, Code Review, AI Personalization, Prompt Engineering, LLM Application, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming Tools, Application Development, Software Development, Web Development
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Grant Writing, ChatGPT, Proposal Writing, Generative AI, AI Enablement, Ethical Standards And Conduct
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Ethics, Data Integrity, Data Literacy, Data Analysis, Tableau Software, Stakeholder Communications, Responsible AI, Small Data, Decision Making, Stakeholder Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Probability & Statistics, Big Data, Data Sharing, Spreadsheet Software, Verbal Communication Skills, Solution Design, Root Cause Analysis
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Interactive Learning, Education Software and Technology, Design Strategies, Mathematics Education, Digital pedagogy, Simulation and Simulation Software, Growth Mindedness, Simulations, User Feedback, Interactive Design, Experimentation, Scientific Visualization, Chemistry, Display Devices, Graphing, Physics, Biology, Algebra, Geometry
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Email Automation, Business Process Automation, Automation, No-Code Development, Business Process, Workflow Management, Google Workspace, Productivity Software, Document Management, Report Writing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months