Lean Six Sigma Expert Bootcamp (Exam Included)

Lean Six Sigma Expert Bootcamp (Exam Included)

This Lean Six Sigma Expert Bootcamp is designed to help you master two critical management methodologies -Lean and Six Sigma- that can accelerate business improvement together. This program will give you the management qualities coveted by businesses to help you become the go-to professional for quality management projects. Master basic to advanced Lean Six Sigma concepts! You will learn to use Lean Six Sigma tools, techniques and concepts to improve efficiency, reduce waste, increase throughput and standardize complex business and technical processes in your organization.

Why be a Lean Six Sigma expert?

Forty percent of the managers in top companies are lean certified, and Lean Six Sigma Experts earn 40 percent more than their non-certified peers. Lean Six Sigma Experts generally have the following profiles:

• Quality supervisor
• Quality manager
• Quality engineer
• Quality director
• Lean Six Sigma expert

You’ll learn how to apply Lean Six Sigma tools, techniques, and concepts to improve efficiency, reduce waste, increase throughput, and standardize complex business and technical processes in your organization.

Key Features

• Course and material in English
• Beginner - Advanced level. Earn 70+ PDUs
• 10 weeks online class bootcamp and eLearning (self-paced)
• 25 hours video content
• 1 year eLearning access & class recordings
• 150 hours recommended study time
• IASSC® Lean Six Sigma Green Belt and Black Belt exam voucher & certification included
• 10 simulation tests and 9 case studies to help you pass the tests
• Gain practical knowledge with 4 industry-specific projects
• 13 projects, 12 simulation tests, 18 case studies
• 8X higher live interaction in online courses with industry experts
• Get a Master Certificate recognized by the industry

Program Outcomes

• Become a key stakeholder in leading and implementing Lean Six Sigma projects in your organization
• Describe how to identify an improvement project in the Define phase
• Explain how to measure process and product in the Measure phase
• Apply lean concepts such as 5S, waste reduction, process mapping, value stream mapping, and mistake-proofing
• Apply basic and more advanced statistical analyses to determine the relationship between key inputs and process outputs
• Process critical statistical data operations using Minitab
• Export data to various MS Office applications

Target Audience

Lean Six Sigma is a framework not limited to a particular industry. Any professional looking to improve organizational efficiency can become a Lean Six Sigma expert. Professionals who typically take this program include:

• Quality control supervisors/ engineers/ managers
• IT analysts
• Project managers
• Enthusiasts of lean management
• Six Sigma professionals

Prerequisites

There are no strict prerequisites for enrolling in the Lean Six Sigma Expert Bootcamp. However, a basic understanding of business processes and a willingness to engage in data-driven problem-solving will enhance the learning experience. Prior experience in project management or quality assurance can also be beneficial.

Learning Path

1. Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

Learn to develop your organizational projects with this online Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification program. Aligned with IASSC exam, this certification integrates lean management and the DMAIC methodology with case studies to provide you with the skills required to help grow an organization.

Key Learning Objectives

• Perform data analysis and hypothesis testing in the Analyze phase
• Identify possible improvement actions for the performance of variations in the Improve phase
• Define efficient operating levels for inputs and outputs in the Control phase
• Use DFSS tools such as Quality Function Deployment (QFD), Failure Mode and Effects
• Analysis (FMEA), and Risk Priority Number (RPN)

Course Curriculum

• Lesson 00 - Course Introduction
• Lesson 01 - Six Sigma and Organizational Goals
• Lesson 02 - Define Phase
• Lesson 03 - Measure Phase
• Lesson 04 - Analyze Phase
• Lesson 05 - Improve Phase
• Lesson 06 - Control Phase

2. Minitab®

This course ensures that you learn the practical applications of the latest version of the Minitab® 17 statistical tool and excel at the tools used by both Lean Six Sigma Green Belt and Black Belt professionals. This course covers nine case studies in the fields of Healthcare, IT and IT Services, and Manufacturing, each describing a problem and its solution using Minitab 17.

Key Learning Objectives

• Process key statistical data operations using Minitab
• Export data to various MS Office applications
• Understand and apply various statistical tools in multiple quality projects
• Understand and remove common pitfalls in data analysis
• Master all statistical tools/topics needed for Green and Black Belt projects

Course Curriculum

• Lesson 01 - Introduction to Minitab
• Lesson 02 - Interoperability in Minitab
• Lesson 03 - Graphical analysis
• Lesson 04 - Control charts
• Lesson 05 - Measurement system analysis
• Lesson 06 - Process capability
• Lesson 07 - Hypothesis Testing
• Lesson 08 - Hypothesis Test: nonparametric tests
• Lesson 09 - Correlation and regression
• Lesson 10 - Analysis of variance
• Lesson 11 - Design of Experiments

3. Lean Six Sigma Black Belt 

Learn the concepts and principles of lean management in this training course, where you’ll learn how to streamline your processes and drive the best value for your business. Industry experts craft this Lean Six Sigma Management Certification course and is ideal for quality management professionals.

Key Learning Objectives

• Effectively manage team dynamics and understand how to work with multiple levels of leadership to remove barriers and achieve project success
• Close projects and hand over control to process owners
• Present projects to instructors, peers, and managers

Course Curriculum

• Section 00 - Six Sigma Black Belt
• Section 01 - Overview
  • Lesson 01 - About LSSBB
  • Lesson 02 - Organizational Roadblocks
  • Lesson 03 - Role of Communication and Selection Criteria in Black Belt
  • Lesson 04 - Overview of Continuous Improvement
  • Lesson 05 - Lean: An Overview
  • Lesson 06 - Lean Concepts Explained
  • Lesson 07 - Lean Tools Explained
• Session 02 - DFSS, Pre-define and Define (DMAIC)
  • Lesson 01 - Pre Define Activities
  • Lesson 02 - Define
  • Lesson 03 - Summary
• Session 03 - Measure
• Session 04 - Overview
  • Lesson 01 - Pre Analyze Considerations
  • Lesson 02 - Value Stream Analysis
  • Lesson 03 - Sources of Variation
  • Lesson 04 - Regression
  • Lesson 05 - Confidence Intervals
  • Lesson 06 - Parametric Hypothesis Testing
  • Lesson 07 - Nonparametric Hypothesis Testing
  • Lesson 08 - Analyze Additionals Categorical Data and Current Reality Tree
• Session 05 - Improve
  • Lesson 01 - Introduction to Improve
  • Lesson 02 - Design of Experiments Theory
  • Lesson 03 - Design of Experiments Practice
  • Lesson 04 - Brainstorming Solutions Prioritization and Cost Benefit Analysis
  • Lesson 05 - Piloting Validating and FMEA
• Session 06 - Control
  • Lesson 01 - Pre Control Considerations
  • Lesson 02 - Variables and Attributes Control Charts
  • Lesson 03 - Measurement System Analysis Control Plan and Project Closure
  • Lesson 04 - Introduction to Total Productive Maintenance

4. Harvard Business Publishing Case Studies for Lean Six Sigma

Learn Lean Six Sigma concepts with help of real-world case studies authored by HBS professors and other top business school educators. These case studies will help you analyze business situations and different aspects of managerial decision-making to help you solve business problems.

Electives Courses

You can choose courses next to the Lean Six Sigma Expert. You do not need to take these courses to get your Master Certificate. You have the opportunity to read these courses as part of the overall program.

• Lean Management
• Lean Six Sigma in Healthcare
• Lean Six Sigma Application in Information Technology

FAQ

What is the value of a Bootcamp certificate?

AVC's Bootcamp help you master in-demand skills at a faster pace and increase your marketability. Whatever your career goals, whether you are an entry-level professional or looking for skills development opportunities to change careers, AVC's Bootcamp programs will help you accelerate those goals. These certificates are in high demand.

What knowledge and experience are required for the Bootcamp programs?

In general, no prior experience is required to participate in the program. The program starts at the introductory level and continues (step by step) to the expert level. However, it is always useful to have some basic knowledge or experience in the relevant field. Find out more about the details of your specific course.

This program is self-paced, allowing you to learn at your own speed. You will start with an online practical learning module, followed by a series of online courses tailored to your needs. You are free to choose the dates and times that best suit your schedule - and if you miss a session, you can easily reschedule it. Each session is recorded, allowing you to review the material as many times as necessary.

By the end of the program, you will have acquired in-depth knowledge and will be able to demonstrate and apply it in a range of practical tasks and projects.

What is the structure of the Bootcamp? 

The majority of the programs are entirely based on distance learning. Most of them include intensive online courses with eLearning that you can follow at your own pace. These learning paths consist of different courses and subjects related to specific skills for a role or job. There are also online course sessions via our advanced professional distance learning system. You can choose between different time slots and we always record the sessions so that you can listen to them again if you have forgotten something or want to review certain information. Someone is always there to help and support you if you have any questions about the skills you are learning.

When can I take the online Bootcamp courses?

The course schedule varies from one group to another. You will have access to a dashboard with several time slots for each session or topic, so you can choose what suits you best. Sessions can be scheduled in the afternoons during the week, in the mornings or evenings at the weekend, depending on the interest of the participants and the availability of the trainer. If you miss a session, you can always catch up by watching the recordings, so you never miss any content.

When can I unlock my Bootcamp certificate?

Once you have completed at least 85% of the course content, your certificate will be unlocked. This applies to all Bootcamp programs. One of the criteria for obtaining the Bootcamp certificate is participation in live classes. However, exceptions can be made if you are unable to attend live classes but still need to watch the recordings. Inquire about your specific course or send us an email for more information.