Six Sigma is a data-driven, customer-focused, and results-oriented methodology which uses statistical tools and techniques to systematically eliminate defects and variances to improve consistency. Lean, on the other hand, is a series of management practices focused on removing waste and related inefficiencies. Most organizations seeking process improvement want both: reduced waste and inefficiency along with improved consistency and quality of outputs. Nearly all leading companies in the world are using Lean Six Sigma.

Six Sigma started its journey in the 1980s as a data driven method to reduce variation in manufacturing processes. Today, it is used as a business performance improvement methodology all over the world across a wide array of industries including manufacturing, construction, banking and finance, healthcare, education, government, and information technology. It is oneof the most widely applied methodologies for process improvement projects globally.

Our Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (LSSGB™) course focuses on providing students with an understanding of the various Six Sigma and Lean tools and techniques useful to improve processes and minimize defects with a focus on the practical implementation of these tool and techniques in an organization. They will be equipped with the knowledge needed for production process improvement in their organizations and help their organizations adopt Six Sigma methodology. Participants will be led through simulated case scenarios during which they use Six Sigma concepts for solving simulated problems. This will help them develop problem solving skills (and be armed with the proper tools) that can be immediately applied in real-world projects.

Upon passing the optional (2 hr) exam, you will be accredited as "Lean Six Sigma Green Belt.
 

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

At the end of this course participants will be able to:

• Identify project selection and evaluation criteria
• Plan and execute six sigma projects
• Form and effectively lead a six sigma project team
• Apply DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, and Control) and various six sigma tools in process and quality improvement
• Assess and manage project risk
• Significantly increase profitability through six sigma projects
• Avoid pitfalls in implementing six sigma
• Integrate and enhance innovation and problem solving skills

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

This course is highly recommended for employees and organizations requiring a standardized approach to problem solving for the purpose of continuous improvement.  This would include:

• Team leaders, supervisors, associates, Quality Assurance Engineers, Project Managers, Software Professionals, Practitioners, Quality Assurance team members, Working Executives and Senior Management that will dedicate a small portion of their time applying the DMAIC tools to their natural work area
• Future managers who want to get their Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification
• Management and engineering students who desire to be more employable
• Project Management Professionals (PMP) who want to earn PMI PDUs by learning the nuances of quality management
• Any other professionals who are doing research or consulting in process improvement practices
   

PREREQUISITE

We recommend that participants have previously completed a Six Sigma Yellow Belt (SSYB™) course but this is not mandatory. Procept can provide access to a FREE Six Sigma Yellow Belt self-directed learning course to introduce basic concepts.
 

MATERIALS

Participants will receive a workbook that includes copies of course slides, case study materials, and role play handouts.
 

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN