Course Description
Embark on an exciting journey into the world of Process Mining with this cutting-edge course offered by RWTHx. This introductory-level course is designed to equip you with the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to revolutionize operational processes across various industries. Process Mining is a powerful data-driven approach that can be applied to logistics, finance, production, sales, and healthcare, making it an invaluable tool for modern businesses.
What Students Will Learn
- Master the key concepts and techniques of Process Mining
- Understand automated process discovery and its applications
- Learn conformance checking methodologies
- Conduct performance analysis using Process Mining tools
- Apply machine learning techniques to event data
- Utilize the Celonis process mining software with real-life data sets
- Identify current trends in process management and automation
- Perform root cause analysis for performance and compliance issues
- Compare and analyze operational processes effectively
- Gain insights into the connections between Process Mining, data science, and machine learning
Prerequisites
- Secondary school (high school) algebra
- Basic understanding of mathematical concepts
- Familiarity with business processes and their impact on organizations
- Basic understanding of process inefficiencies
Course Content
- Introduction to Process Mining and its applications
- Process discovery techniques and directly-follows graphs
- Advanced process modeling notations (DFGs, BPMN, and Petri nets)
- Conformance checking methodologies (alignment-based, footprint-based, and token-based replay)
- Extracting and analyzing event data
- Object-centric event logs and their significance
- Comparative and predictive Process Mining techniques
- Integration of Process Mining with data science and machine learning
- Hands-on experience with Celonis process mining software
- Current trends in process management and automation
Who This Course Is For
- Business analysts and process improvement specialists
- Data scientists and IT professionals
- Operations managers and team leaders
- Students pursuing careers in business analytics or process management
- Professionals in logistics, finance, production, sales, or healthcare industries
- Anyone interested in leveraging data to optimize business processes
Real-World Applications
- Identifying bottlenecks and inefficiencies in business processes
- Improving operational efficiency and reducing costs
- Enhancing customer satisfaction through streamlined processes
- Ensuring compliance with industry regulations and internal policies
- Making data-driven decisions for process improvements
- Predicting and preventing potential process issues
- Automating repetitive tasks and processes
- Conducting root cause analysis for performance problems
- Optimizing resource allocation in various business functions
- Implementing continuous improvement strategies based on data insights
Syllabus
Week 1: Welcome and Basic Concepts
- Overview of the Process Mining Field and Basic Concepts
- Introduction to Celonis Tool
Week 2: Process Discovery
- Process Discovery and Directly-Follows Graphs
- Discover Sophisticated Process Models
Week 3: Conformance Checking
- Alignment-Based Conformance Checking
- Footprint-Based Conformance Checking
- Token-Based Replay Conformance Checking
Week 4: Process Analysis
- From Traditional Event Logs to Object-Centric Event Logs
- Comparative and Predictive Process Mining
Week 5: Closing and Final Quiz
- Closing Talk
- Theoretical and Hands-on Final Exam (verified track)
By enrolling in this course, you'll gain a competitive edge in the rapidly evolving field of Process Mining, equipping yourself with the skills to drive innovation and efficiency in any organization.