Lean Six Sigma – Green Belt

  • Overview: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt provides a deep understanding of the Lean Six Sigma methodology and tools, enabling professionals to lead process improvement projects.
  • Target Audiences: Process improvement professionals, quality managers, project managers, and anyone involved in improving business processes.
  • Prerequisites: Basic understanding of process improvement concepts.
  • Course Content:
    • Introduction to Lean Six Sigma:
      • Understanding the Lean Six Sigma methodology.
      • The DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control) framework.
      • The roles and responsibilities of a Green Belt.
      • The importance of data-driven decision-making in process improvement.
    • Define Phase:
      • Identifying and defining process improvement opportunities.
      • Developing project charters and scope statements.
      • Engaging stakeholders and managing expectations.
      • Mapping and analyzing processes using tools such as SIPOC and process maps.
    • Measure Phase:
      • Collecting and analyzing data to understand process performance.
      • Identifying key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics.
      • Conducting process capability analysis.
      • Using statistical tools to measure process performance.
    • Analyze Phase:
      • Identifying root causes of process inefficiencies and defects.
      • Using tools such as cause-and-effect diagrams, Pareto analysis, and FMEA (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis).
      • Developing hypotheses and testing them using statistical methods.
      • Prioritizing improvement opportunities based on data analysis.
    • Improve Phase:
      • Developing and implementing process improvement solutions.
      • Using Lean tools to eliminate waste and optimize processes.
      • Implementing changes and managing resistance.
      • Ensuring alignment of improvements with business goals.
    • Control Phase:
      • Establishing control plans to sustain process improvements.
      • Monitoring process performance and managing deviations.
      • Ensuring continuous improvement through regular reviews and audits.
      • Documenting and sharing best practices.
  • Exam Details:
    • 100 multiple-choice questions
    • 2-hour duration
    • Passing score: 70%
  • Price: Approximately $700 USD for the exam; training costs typically range from $1,500 to $2,500 USD.