Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

Introduction:

In today’s competitive business environment, organizations are constantly seeking ways to improve quality, reduce waste, and enhance operational efficiency. The Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification equips professionals with the essential tools and methodologies to lead process improvement initiatives effectively. This course provides a comprehensive understanding of Lean principles and Six Sigma techniques, enabling participants to analyze data, identify inefficiencies, and implement solutions that drive organizational success. With a focus on practical application, this course prepares participants for real-world challenges and helps them contribute significantly to their teams and organizations.

Course Objective:

By the end of this course, participants will:

• Understand the core concepts of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

• Gain proficiency in data analysis and problem-solving techniques.

• Learn to identify and eliminate waste in processes to enhance efficiency.

• Develop skills to lead and support process improvement projects.

• Prepare for the Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification exam through hands-on practice and case studies.

Course Outline:

Module 1: Introduction to Lean Six Sigma

• Overview of Lean Six Sigma: Definitions, history, and importance in modern business.

• Understanding the synergy between Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

• Key principles of Lean: Value stream mapping, waste identification, and continuous improvement.

• Introduction to Six Sigma: DMAIC framework (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control).

• Hands-On: Assessing current processes for waste and inefficiencies.

Module 2: Define Phase

• Defining project goals and customer requirements: Voice of the Customer (VoC).

• Developing problem statements and project charters.

• Techniques for identifying project scope and boundaries.

• Stakeholder analysis: Engaging and communicating with key stakeholders.

• Hands-On: Creating a project charter and defining customer requirements for a sample project.

Module 3: Measure Phase

• Importance of data collection and measurement in process improvement.

• Identifying key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics.

• Techniques for data collection: Surveys, observations, and sampling methods.

• Understanding process mapping and flowcharts.

• Hands-On: Developing a data collection plan and mapping a current process.

Module 4: Analyze Phase

• Analyzing data to identify root causes of problems using statistical tools.

• Introduction to basic statistical concepts: Mean, median, mode, standard deviation.

• Techniques for data analysis: Pareto charts, cause-and-effect diagrams, and hypothesis testing.

• Identifying process variation and its impact on quality.

• Hands-On: Performing data analysis using real-world case studies.

Module 5: Improve Phase

• Developing solutions to eliminate root causes of problems.

• Techniques for brainstorming and evaluating improvement options: 5 Whys, brainstorming sessions.

• Lean tools for process improvement: 5S, Kanban, and Value Stream Mapping (VSM).

• Implementing and testing improvements using pilot programs.

• Hands-On: Designing and presenting improvement solutions for a sample project.

Module 6: Control Phase

• Importance of sustaining improvements and preventing regression.

• Developing control plans and monitoring systems.

• Techniques for managing change and ensuring stakeholder buy-in.

• Utilizing statistical process control (SPC) to monitor process performance.

• Hands-On: Creating a control plan for a completed improvement project.

Module 7: Certification Exam Preparation

• Overview of Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification: Exam structure, format, and requirements.

• Study strategies and resources for effective exam preparation.

• Tips for managing exam stress and time during the test.

• Practice exam: Simulating the certification exam experience.

• Hands-On: Reviewing answers and discussing key concepts.

Final Project:

• Participants will complete a capstone project that requires them to apply Lean Six Sigma principles and tools to a real-world problem within their organization. This project will include defining the problem, measuring current performance, analyzing data, proposing improvements, and developing a control plan.

Course Duration: 40-60 hours of instructor-led or self-paced learning.
Delivery Mode: Instructor-led online/live sessions or self-paced learning modules.
Target Audience: Professionals seeking to enhance their process improvement skills, team leaders, project managers, and individuals preparing for Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification.