Lean Six Sigma

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Course Description

Imagine a world where business processes run seamlessly, waste is eliminated, and customer satisfaction consistently exceeds expectations—this is the power of Lean Six Sigma. Combining the principles of Lean, which focuses on continuous improvement and waste elimination, with Six Sigma’s data-driven approach to reducing variation and defects, Lean Six Sigma transforms how organizations operate and thrive across industries.

Our Lean Six Sigma course provides a solid foundation in these methodologies, teaching you how to optimize processes, minimize waste, and achieve measurable results. You’ll learn key frameworks like DMAIC and DMADV, along with tools such as Value Stream Mapping and Kaizen, to drive impactful process improvements. With Lean Six Sigma, you can streamline workflows and lead your organization toward operational excellence.

10+

Hours

63

Lectures

$60

Price

WHAT TO EXPECT

Learning Objectives

  • Define Lean, Six Sigma, and Lean Six Sigma
  • Identify the principles of Lean Six Sigma
  • Determine the phases of Six Sigma, using the DMAIC and DMADV frameworks
  • Recognize the principles of Lean Manufacturing
  • Successfully implement Lean Process and Six Sigma into business practices
  • Explore tools and techniques to drive change
  • Identify the business advantages of Lean Six Sigma

Course Outline

Module One: Introduction to Lean Six Sigma

  • What is Six Sigma?
  • What is Lean?
  • The History
  • Elements of Lean Six Sigma
  • Who Needs Lean Six Sigma?
  • Practical Illustration
  • Module One: Review Questions

Module Two: Lean Six Sigma Principles

  • Focus on the Customer
  • Find the Root Cause
  • Eliminate Waste to Create Flow
  • Communicate With the Team
  • Flexible and Responsive Environment
  • Practical Illustration
  • Module Two: Review Questions

Module Three: The Phases of Six Sigma (DMAIC)

  • Define
  • Measure
  • Analyze
  • Improve
  • Control
  • Practical Illustration
  • Module Three: Review Questions

Module Four: The Phases of Six Sigma (DMADV)

  • Define
  • Measure
  • Analyze
  • Design
  • Verify
  • Practical Illustration
  • Module Four: Review Questions

Module Five: Waste Management

  • Muda, Muri, Mura
  • The Wastes of Lean
  • Value-Added vs. Non-Value-Added
  • The Laws
  • The Cost of Waste
  • Practical Illustration
  • Module Five: Review Questions

Module Six: The Principles of Lean Manufacturing

  • Value
  • Value Stream
  • Flow
  • Pull
  • Perfection
  • Practical Illustration
  • Module Six: Review Questions

Module Seven: Project Selection and Management

  • Selecting and Scoping Projects
  • Project Management
  • Kaizen
  • Change Management
  • Leadership Skills
  • Practical Illustration
  • Module Seven: Review Questions

Module Eight: Lean Six Sigma Techniques

  • Brainstorming
  • The S System
  • Benchmarking
  • Poka-yoke
  • Gemba Walk
  • Practical Illustration
  • Module Eight: Review Questions

Module Nine: Tools to Drive Change

  • Value Stream Mapping
  • Pareto Chart
  • Cause-and-Effect Analysis
  • The Whys
  • Histogram
  • Practical Illustration
  • Module Nine: Review Questions

Module Ten: Business Advantages

  • Error Reduction
  • Increased Revenue
  • Reduced Costs
  • Customer Loyalty
  • Employee and Team Development
  • Practical Illustration
  • Module Ten: Review Questions

Assessment