Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

This immersive 3-day programme combines the waste reduction power of data driven Lean Six Sigma with Industry 4.0 technologies.

The Lean Six Sigma Green Belt is a practical training program that spans a total of five days. It enables participants to immediately apply tools and techniques aimed at improving the efficiency and effectiveness of business processes, regardless of the industry or organisation size. The training content delves into the latest research in Operational Excellence and demonstrates how these principles and techniques are utilised in manufacturing, private sector, public service, and third sector organisations.

We will also provide examples of how Lean Six Sigma principles and techniques can foster process and product innovations, helping proactive organisations adapt to the opportunities posed by digitalisation/AI.

If you have a yellow belt already (either with Cardiff Business School or from another provider) you will gain great advantage from deepening your knowledge by staying on and completing the 3 day Lean Six Sigma Green Belt programme. If you are new to Lean Six Sigma, then you can register for the entire 5 day programme where you will progress from yellow belt to green.

The first 2 days of  training, subject to passing an online exam at the end of day 2, will enable you to receive Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification from Cardiff Business School, Cardiff University. In the second block, another three days of Green Belt training using a 30-day free trial of Minitab software.

Your trainer will be Professor Maneesh Kumar.

Who it’s for

A Green Belt is someone who can lead improvement projects and can work independently to problem solve and improve.  Often, they will work as part of a wider team under the supervision of a Black Belt who is responsible for the strategic implementation of major improvement. Most managers in mature Lean Six Sigma organisations are Green Belts so that they can incorporate improvement activity into the management of their work.

What you’ll learn

• Appreciation of how Lean Six Sigma complements and works with Systems Thinking
• Understand how Lean Six Sigma can boost efficiency and effectiveness
• Appreciation of how Lean Six Sigma works within Industry 4.0 and AI/ Gen AI tools
• An understanding of the key metrics of Lean & Six Sigma to measure project success
• Ability to use Minitab software for Lean Six Sigma projects
• Ability to apply the Lean Six Sigma DMAIC methodology in problem solving scenarios
• Application of basic and advanced statistical concepts (such as regression analysis, hypothesis testing, Statistical Process Control Charts) to conduct process improvement
• Understanding of the role and responsibilities of Green Belt practitioners

Gaining accreditation

• Successful completion of a green belt level improvement project including the submission of a project report and delivery of a summary presentation.

Topics covered

• Apply Lean Six Sigma relevance in a post-COVID world
• Integrate Lean Six Sigma with Industry 4.0 technologies
• Integrate Systems Thinking for sustainable benefits from Continuous Improvement Initiatives
• Apply the key metrics of Lean & Six Sigma
• Use Minitab software for Lean Six Sigma projects (Block 2 only)
• Apply Lean Six Sigma DMAIC methodology in problem solving scenarios
• Apply basic and advanced statistical concepts (such as regression analysis, hypothesis testing, Attribute Agreement Analysis, Statistical Process Control Charts) for process improvement
• Understand the roles and responsibilities of Green Belts
• Execute projects and write up the report
• Align Lean & Six Sigma with the principles of Systems Thinking & Industry 4.0
• Select a project using an objective project selection methodology for Lean / Six Sigma programme.

Achievement of learning outcomes will be tested through a multiple choice exam at the end of Block 1 and completion of a Green Belt project (within 6 months of completion of Block 2).

Invest in your future, embrace continuous improvement

Join us on this transformative journey and harness the combined power of Lean Six Sigma and Industry 4.0 to unleash sustainable performance breakthroughs within your organization. Contact us today to discuss how this customized training can empower your team and propel your business forward.

Benefits

• Tailored to your needs: we customize the training content and project focus to address your specific organisational challenges and improvement goals
• Blended learning approach: the learning experience is enhanced with pre-reading materials, in-person classroom sessions, interactive workshops, and ongoing project support
• No prior knowledge required: this program is designed for executives with no prior Lean Six Sigma experience, equipping you with the essential knowledge and skills for immediate impact
• Practical: focus on tools and techniques that can be applied immediately
• Post-training support: our expert trainer remains available to guide and support you throughout your GB project journey, maximizing your success and ensuring sustainable results
• Facilitated by a Cardiff Business School academic with significant cross sector experience and worldwide insight.

Location