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Postgraduate Diploma in Lean Engineer

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Faculty: Engineering 

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Academic discipline: Engineering Science

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Qualification: Lean Engineer

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Starting date: September/February


Language requirements: English language proficiency (TOEFL 547 /IELTS 6.0 /oral examination)

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Academic requirements: Bachelor’s degrees in Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Environmental Engineering, or Management Engineering

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Duration: 2 semesters

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ECTS credits: 60 credits

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Tuition Fee: 7,500 USD/year​​

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One-time fees: Application fee 150 USD, entrance procedure fee 350 USD

Short description: 

The fundamental objective of the training is to provide participating professionals with a general knowledge of the subject, enabling them to learn about the "Lean Philosophy." By applying this philosophy, losses can be identified and eliminated, allowing the production process to be tailored to customer needs. The Lean methodology incorporates recognized practices of international quality development, improving organizational processes in production, administration, and strategy development. Lean organizations deliver products faster and more accurately while maintaining lower costs than their competitors, thereby continually enhancing their market position. Lean is a system that encompasses both technical and management fields. Graduates will acquire the skills necessary to build and operate lean systems.

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Lecture, seminar: 53%

Practice: 47%​

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Main subjects typically include (this list is indicative and may change):

 

  • Year 1: Management Knowledge, Quality Management, Quality Improvement Tools, Lean Management I, Lean Methods and Tools I, Production and Operations Management, Measurement and Qualification I.

  • Year 2: Organizational Theory and Behavior, Lean Management II, Lean Methods and Tools II, Process Management, Performance Measurement and Business Valuation, Measurement and Qualification II, Maintenance Management.

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Career prospects: Graduates can pursue mid-to-upper-level positions that involve implementing lean concepts such as process mapping, mistake-proofing (DMAIC projects), value-stream mapping, waste reduction, and optimization. Potential roles include Supply Chain Manager, Operations Manager, Plant Manager, Quality Improvement Engineer, Business Process Manager, Process Manager, Project Manager, and Lean Manufacturing Manager. The list is not exhaustive, as many career paths are available due to the effectiveness of lean principles in improving business processes across various fields, including education, public administration, sales, services, finance, etc.

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