Lean Fluency:
Many people in UVAFinance and across Grounds have completed the Lean Certification program. If you don't understand the concepts of Lean or know the terminology, it may seem like they are speaking a different language. If you feel like the intent of process improvement initiatives is being lost in translation, then register for Lean Fluency! This is a 3-hour workshop (with some pre-work) designed to familiarize learners with the basics of Lean principles, vocabulary, and tools.
Lean in Daily Work
Based on Lean concepts, this class provides practical, easy-to-implement strategies to make your current processes more efficient. Upon completion of the class, you will gain skills to help you:
- Use the 5S strategy for organization to help with identifying and eliminating waste and continuously improving processes.
- Document how you do your work using the Standard Work approach.
- Manage work through tools such as a Kanban Board.
- Implement time-saving ideas to improve efficiency and increase productivity.
Prerequisite: Completion of Lean Fluency or the Leading a Lean Transformation certificate.
Lean Projects
Picking up where Lean Fluency left off, this course will delve deeper into leading a continuous improvement project using Lean principles and tools. The class will focus on using the A3 tool to organize your project and communicate it to others. Through lecture, discussion and activities, you will gain the knowledge and skills to start leading your own “Lean projects.”
Prerequisite: Completion of Lean Fluency or the Leading a Lean Transformation certificate.
Analytics for Finance Professionals:
In partnership with the School of Continuing and Professional Studies, this offering is a 4-day course developed through the Cornerstone Program to provide an opportunity to learn how to use data to advise and influence your stakeholders. Business analytics can provide insights that inform business decisions and can be used to automate and optimize business processes. Successful business analytics depends on data quality, skilled analysts who understand the technologies and the business, and an organizational commitment to data-driven decision-making. At the conclusion of the course, participants will receive a UVA-recognized certificate of completion. Cost of Attendance: $1,050 - this course is eligible for reimbursement using UVA Education benefits.
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