Lean Healthcare Systems Certificate

Loyola Marymount University (LMU), renowned for its commitment to academic excellence, ethical values, and service-oriented education, LMU offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate programs that blend rigorous scholarship with a strong sense of social responsibility. At Loyola Marymount University, the integration of education and service is central to its mission. The university's dedication to fostering a spirit of inquiry, critical thinking, and a deep sense of social justice creates a unique learning environment. With a vibrant campus culture and a faculty dedicated to mentorship, LMU provides an atmosphere where students can excel academically and personally. Through its commitment to academic rigor, values-driven education, and a dedication to social justice, Loyola Marymount University prepares graduates to succeed in their careers while contributing positively to their communities and the world at large.

The three-course graduate certificate in Lean Healthcare Systems is a convenient advanced program for healthcare professionals (providers, nurses and administrators in hospitals, emergency departments, operating rooms, clinics, clinical laboratories, radiology laboratories, pharmacies and supply chain) desiring to acquire powerful and practical knowledge of streamlining operations, eliminating waste and increasing value to patients, providers and the enterprise using Lean management. The Certificate delivers modern and comprehensive practical education. No prior knowledge of Lean is required. The program is managed by the faculty of the Healthcare Systems Engineering program. The students who complete the Certificate program with the GPA of “B” or higher can apply for re-admission into the Master’s degree program in Healthcare Systems Engineering and have all certificate courses credited towards the Master’s program.