Course Schedule and Catalog
Course Schedule - Fall Semester 2026
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MGMT 738 001 (CRN: 15287)
INTRO TO PROCESS IMPROVEMENT
Long Title: INTRODUCTION TO PROCESS IMPROVEMENT
Department: Management
Instructor: Wedgwood, Ian
Meetings:
6:15PM - 9:30PM R (3-SEP-2026 - 3-SEP-2026)
8:00AM - 6:00PM S (19-SEP-2026 - 19-SEP-2026)
6:15PM - 9:30PM R (8-OCT-2026 - 8-OCT-2026)
Part of Term: MBA ILE I
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Intensive Learning Experience
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Method of Instruction: Face to Face
Credit Hours: .75
Course Syllabus:
Course Materials: Rice Campus Store
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Program(s):
MBA Hybrid
MBA for Professional Extended
MBA for Online Program
MBA for Professionals
MBA for Professional Weekend
MBA - Executive Program
MBA
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Graduate Quadmester
Section Max Enrollment: 45
Section Enrolled: 35
Enrollment data as of: 26-APR-2026 10:45PM
Final Exam: GR Course-Dept Schedules Exam
Description: Operational Process Excellence, focused on the efficiency and effectiveness of operations processes, is a fundamental driver of business success. This course provides students with hands-on experience with simple tools, techniques, and frameworks for recognizing and addressing performance improvement opportunities. Students develop a process-centric lens with which to consider commercial competitiveness.