University Lean Training Programs

Many universities have standalone Lean programs, or have it integrated into its curriculum.

University-earned credentials tend to carry a bit more weight than private companies.

While there are many universities in these categories, there are a handful that are more well-known for their programs than others.

• Purdue University

https://www.purdue.edu/leansixsigmaonline/

• University of Michigan. U of M has the benefit of having Jeff Liker on its staff. He is the preeminent author on the Toyota Production System.

https://nexus.engin.umich.edu/professional-programs/lean-manufacturing/index.htm

• Villanova University

https://www.villanovau.com/programs/certificates/lean-six-sigma/certificate-in-lean-six-sigma/