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Organization Planning and Development for the 6 σ Black Belt (Coursera)

Offered by University System of Georgia,

This course is designed for professionals interested in learning the principles of Lean Sigma, the DMAIC process and DFSS. This course is number 1 of 8 in this specialization dealing with topics in Organization Planning and Development. Professionals with some completed coursework in statistics and a desire to drive continuous improvement within their organizations would find this course and the others in this specialization appealing. Method of assessment consists of several formative and summative quizzes and a multi-part peer reviewed project completion regiment.

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Course 1 of 8 in the Six Sigma Black Belt Specialization

Syllabus

WEEK 1: Fundamentals of Lean and Six Sigma
WEEK 2: Leadership
WEEK 3: Strategic Planning
WEEK 4: Common Financial Measures
WEEK 5: Change Management
WEEK 6: Business Measures
WEEK 7: Course 1 Summative Quiz

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