Concepts of Lean Thinking
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  • Level Intermediate
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Concepts of Lean Thinking

Issued by Northeastern State University

A survey of methods and techniques being employed by world class industries to compete in a global market through identification and removal of waste and non-value added activities. Specific topics will include value stream mapping, employee involvement, total quality, group technology, manufacturing work cells, setup time reduction, lot size reduction, work flow, and line balancing. Badge earners must complete the following course: SCM 3733 - Lean Concepts in Organizations

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  • Level Intermediate
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Skills

Earning Criteria

  • Completion of relevant coursework in a formal classroom environment. Instructional strategies include: audio visual materials, discussion, computer-based training, practical exercises, lectures.
  • SLO 1. Analyze the philosophical concept of ethics, its practical applicability to business, and its distinction from the law.
  • SLO 2. Relate ethical behavior to high-profile events.
  • SLO 3. Examine regulatory and sustainability market approaches to a business’s environmental responsibilities.
  • SLO 4. Examine the role of leadership in corporate culture, leadership styles, and how they affect ethical decision- making.
  • SLO 5. Summarize ethics in financial responsibilities affecting and controlling public and private companies, including those required by Sarbanes-Oxley.
  • SLO 6. Evaluate the ethical considerations of executive compensation and insider trading.
  • SLO 7. Explore the professional ethics and responsibilities of intermediaries, the responsibilities and loyalty of managers, and the responsibilities of employees to the community.
  • SLO 8. Analyze the ethical considerations governing marketing practices.