Optimizing indirect operations can unlock 15-25% in efficiency gains, leading to measurable organizational improvements*. Lean Six Sigma provides a practical framework for improving processes, reducing waste, and supporting more consistent outcomes. This program offers the option to take the Green Belt module, the Black Belt module, or complete the full program.
Pick Your Path to Lean Green/Black Belt & Six Sigma
This program offers a structured exploration of process improvement and operational effectiveness. Lean methodology provides a logical framework for analyzing workflows, minimizing waste, and ensuring consistent quality. It focuses on the practical tools and methodologies necessary to understand and improve organizational processes in a measured, systematic way.
To supplement in-class instruction, participants will apply program learnings and insights to coursework and readings outside the classroom.
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Note: To reinforce key concepts and ensure you can confidently apply Lean Six Sigma tools and methodologies, an open-book exam is administered at the end of each module. A minimum score of 80% is required to successfully complete the modules.
Participants can tailor their learning by completing the Green Belt module, the Black Belt module, or the full certificate.
Programme Content
Lean Six Sigma – Green Belt (Standalone Module)
This module provides a deep dive into Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, equipping participants with essential tools to drive efficiency, eliminate waste, and foster continuous improvement. Key Learning Outcomes:
Understand the origins and core principles of Lean, including the 3M framework (Muda, Mura, Muri).
Apply Lean techniques such as Value Stream Mapping (VSM), 5S, Poka-Yoke, Kanban, and Kaizen to streamline processes.
Explore strategic planning methodologies like Hoshin Kanri and Daily Management System (DMS) to align organizational goals.
Learn how workplace culture, teamwork, and engagement drive sustainable Lean transformations.
Master Six Sigma fundamentals, including DMAIC, DFSS, and DCDV frameworks.
Develop skills in defining and measuring project scope, capturing the Voice of the Customer (VoX), and establishing key performance metrics.
At the end of the module, participants will have built a solid foundation in Lean and Six Sigma to lead process improvements and enhance operational performance, reinforced by an open-book exam designed to strengthen their understanding and application of key concepts. A minimum score of 80% is required to successfully complete the module.
Lean Six Sigma – Black Belt (Standalone Module)
This module equips participants with advanced tools and methodologies to drive high-impact process improvements, ensure strategic alignment, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Key Learning Outcomes:
Develop skills to plan, scope, and manage complex improvement projects while effectively engaging stakeholders, aligning priorities, and ensuring accountability throughout the improvement lifecycle
Build the capability to lead teams through organizational transitions, manage resistance, and implement structured strategies that foster adoption and cultural transformation
Gain a working understanding of core statistical concepts that underpin Six Sigma methodology, establishing the quantitative foundation needed for data-driven decision-making
Apply techniques to validate data integrity and accurately assess process performance through key capability and measurement metrics
Conduct hypothesis testing to identify statistically significant process variables, distinguish between common and special cause variation, and draw evidence-based conclusions
Execute a range of parametric tests and apply appropriate methods for analyzing non-normal data, ensuring statistical rigor across diverse real-world datasets
Identify and evaluate potential solutions, apply Design of Experiments (DOE) to optimize process variables, and advance through structured pilot testing to full-scale implementation
Utilize control charts and statistical tools to monitor process stability, detect variation early, and sustain improvement gains over time
Standardize improved processes, document controls, and embed new ways of working into the organization to ensure long-term sustainability and continuous improvement
By the end of this module, participants will have the expertise to lead complex improvement projects, leverage data-driven insights, and drive transformational change, reinforced by an open-book exam designed to strengthen their mastery and application of Lean Six Sigma tools and methodologies. A minimum score of 80% is required to successfully complete the module.
Programme Audience
Individuals in leadership roles across virtually every industry, functional role and responsibility—including operations and coordination—will prove their Lean Six Sigma expertise and develop practical techniques to significantly reduce organizational waste, drive continuous improvement and process excellence. Alumni of the program are poised to level up their careers and achieve more senior positions.
Programme Benefits
Amazing Education for Busy Professionals
This program packs all the skills of Lean in just 48 hours. Or, you can take the modules you need alone to gain insights into specific parts of the Lean methodology.
Tackle Exciting Challenges
As you progress through the program, from Green Belt to Black Belt, you’ll learn how to approach efficiency and waste management challenges by collaborating with like-minded peers and analyzing numbers for best solutions.
Build A Meaningful Network
Connect with and learn from peers across a wide range of sectors, industries and professions.
Earn Higher Pay
Schulich ExecEd participants gain the confidence, skills and perspective to attain better roles, launch new ventures, and lead their teams to new heights.
Testimonials
"I started to implement a Lean Six Sigma project in my company while I was taking this training and the original outcome is 300K in costs reductions. I strongly recommend this program for all companies and individuals seeking excellence."
