Lean and Green Production
Certificate Course - Productions & Operations Management - POM.3.2.I26
| Date | Jun 7 - 9, 2027 |
| Duration | 2,5 days |
| Location | On campus - Karlsuhe |
| Language | English |
| ECST | upon request |
| Cost | 1,800€ |
Fundamentals
Introduces the fundamental concepts of lean and green production and provides an overview of production planning approaches for designing efficient, sustainable, and value-oriented manufacturing systems.
Technology
Explores lean production methods, planning tools, and analytical approaches for evaluating and improving production processes and system performance.
Applications
Examines practical applications of lean and green production concepts, including waste reduction, process optimization, production system design, and the implementation of sustainable manufacturing strategies.
What you'll explore
- The fundamentals of lean production and sustainable production system design.
- Production planning methods, performance evaluation, and approaches for improving manufacturing efficiency.
- Lean principles, value stream thinking, and methods for reducing waste in production processes.
- The relationship between production planning, operational conditions, and value creation within manufacturing systems.
- Methods for designing and optimizing production systems considering flexibility, efficiency, and sustainability.
- Practical applications of lean and green production concepts through industrial examples and case-based exercises.
Your key takeaways
Participants
- Gain a solid understanding of lean production principles and sustainable approaches for designing and operating production systems.
- Learn how to analyze production processes, evaluate performance requirements, and identify improvement opportunities.
- Develop the ability to apply lean methods and production planning tools to optimize manufacturing processes.
- Understand the relationship between production planning, operational conditions, and value creation across the production system.
- Build practical skills in designing efficient, flexible, and sustainable production systems through real-world applications.
Taught by recognized experts in Lean and Green Production
Benefit from the knowledge of leading specialists with extensive experience in research and industry. Their deep expertise guarantees a course of outstanding academic and practical quality.
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Gisela Lanza
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Gisela Lanza is a leading expert in production systems and quality engineering at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT). As member of the executive board of the wbk Institute of Production Science, she focuses on global production strategies, production system planning, and advanced quality assurance. Her research integrates data-driven production planning, industrial AI, and in-line metrology to optimize complex manufacturing networks. With strong ties to industry and international research, she advances the transformation of production systems toward efficiency, resilience, and digitalization. Her work bridges science and practice to shape the future of global manufacturing.
Who should attend
This course is ideal for:
- Engineers and production professionals seeking to understand lean production principles and the sustainable design of manufacturing systems.
- Operations and manufacturing specialists looking to improve production planning, efficiency, and value creation processes.
- Professionals involved in production system design, continuous improvement, and the implementation of lean methods in industrial environments.
- Early-career professionals and technical specialists who want to build practical expertise in production planning, system optimization, and green manufacturing approaches.
Advance your career with KIT-level expertise
Benefit from the reputation of the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) while gaining practical skills, flexible learning opportunities, and a recognized certificate to support your long-term professional growth
Flexibility
Gain focused expertise in a specific field without committing to a full degree program, allowing you to build relevant knowledge efficiently and integrate learning seamlessly into your professional routine.
Relevance
Benefit from high-quality academic content combined with practical insights, delivered by experienced experts, supporting continuous, lifelong learning while ensuring direct applicability in real-world scenarios.
Advancement
Enhance your professional profile with a recognized certificate, demonstrating your commitment to ongoing development and supporting your career with tangible, verifiable credentials.
About HECTOR School
HECTOR School, the Technology Business School of the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), is a leading provider of executive education in technology-driven fields.
For this course, participants who successfully complete the examination can earn a KIT certificate with ECTS credits, which may be credited toward our Executive Master of Science or Advanced Studies Programs, subject to content alignment.