Principles of Management  
Offered by Johns Hopkins University

• This course is designed to empower emerging leaders with the critical skills needed to steer teams toward meaningful outcomes. Through real-world scenarios, learners will gain insights into guiding high‑performing teams by aligning team objectives with organizational strategy. Core modules will also explore practical and software‑independent project management tools to plan and execute results efficiently. 

 Excel Quick Tips (2023)  

• - This course is designed to enhance productivity and confidence in using Excel for professional and everyday tasks. Covering a wide range of topics, ranging from setting up workbooks and running calculations to applying formatting, collaborating with others, and preparing data for presentations, this course delivers actionable solutions in under a minute per tip.

Fundamentals of Project Management 

• This course provides a comprehensive overview of essential project management principles that equip learners with the knowledge to effectively plan, execute, and complete projects across various business contexts. Covering key methodologies and phases, it introduces critical tools such as GANTT charts and PERT diagrams, while also exploring the systems development life cycle and common challenges in system implementation. 

• Lean Six Sigma is a business methodology that combines two approaches: Lean and Six Sigma.

  • Six Sigma focuses on reducing defects and variation in processes by using data and statistical analysis. The goal is to get as close to zero defects as possible.

  • Lean focuses on eliminating waste and streamlining processes to increase efficiency and speed.

• Lean Six Sigma certification indicates an individual's proficiency in these methodologies and their ability to apply them to real-world business problems. These certifications are often recognized globally and can significantly boost career opportunities in various industries.

• There are a total of 6 Lean Six Sigma belts, with white being the lowest and black being the highest. The black belt is further divided into 4 levels: level 1, level 2, level 3, and Master Black Belt. 

• Skills: Process Improvement, Quality Management, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Waste Reduction, Efficiency Optimization, Problem Solving, Project Management, Strategic Planning

• The Lean Six Sigma is a paid certification course with the cost varying depending on the belt level and the organization offering the certification. 

• Free or Paid (Many are free, some advanced ones might be part of paid courses)

• Skills: Inbound Marketing, Content Marketing, SEO, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Lead Generation, Marketing Automation, Sales Enablement, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Analytics

• HubSpot Academy offers a wide range of certifications, particularly in marketing, sales, and customer service. Their marketing certifications are highly popular and teach a holistic approach to attracting, engaging, and delighting customers. Most certifications are free and excellent for building foundational skills.

• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor/Internal Auditor Certifications

  • This is a Paid Course with the certification cost varying depending on the institution

  • Skills: Quality Management Systems (QMS), Auditing, Compliance, Risk Management, Documentation Control, Process Analysis, Stakeholder Communication, Continuous Improvement, International Standards

• ISO 9001 is the international standard for quality management systems (QMS). Becoming an ISO 9001 Lead Auditor or Internal Auditor demonstrates your ability to assess an organization's QMS against the standard.