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.

  • Type Validation
  • Level Intermediate
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  • Cost Paid
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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.
  • Badge earners must complete the following course: SCM 3733 - Lean Concepts in Organizations.
  • 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.