Become a master of process improvement and lead strategic initiatives with our Lean Six Sigma Black Belt training. This advanced course goes beyond the fundamentals, preparing you to tackle complex, cross-functional business problems and drive transformational change within your organization. You will gain a deep expertise in the DMAIC methodology, advanced statistical analysis, and change management principles, empowering you to not only identify and solve problems but also to mentor and guide Green Belts and project teams. This training is the ultimate step for any professional serious about elevating their leadership capabilities and making a profound, measurable impact on business performance.

Our curriculum provides an immersive deep dive into the most sophisticated tools and techniques used by top-tier process improvement professionals. You will learn to navigate the intricacies of multi-variable analysis, design of experiments (DOE), and advanced control systems, ensuring that your solutions are robust and sustainable. The course emphasizes both the technical and soft skills required to lead large-scale projects, including stakeholder engagement, team facilitation, and effective communication. By completing this program, you will be equipped to champion a culture of data-driven decision-making, lead with authority, and become a key driver of strategic excellence within your company.

Duration: 10 days

Target Audience:

• Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belts
• Quality Managers and Directors
• Senior Project Managers
• Operations Leaders
• Process Improvement Specialists
• Engineers and Analysts
• Business Consultants
• Change Management Professionals
• Aspiring leaders and executives
• Anyone leading major process improvement initiatives

Objectives:

• Master the DMAIC methodology at an advanced level
• Lead complex, cross-functional projects
• Apply advanced statistical analysis and software
• Understand the role of the Black Belt as a mentor and leader
• Implement and manage a Lean Six Sigma program
• Utilize advanced Lean tools for flow and efficiency
• Design effective experiments to optimize processes
• Develop robust control plans for long-term sustainability
• Champion and manage organizational change
• Prepare for and pass the Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification exam

Course Modules:

Module 1: Advanced Lean Six Sigma Concepts

• Review of Lean Six Sigma principles
• The role of the Black Belt in the organization
• The importance of leadership and project selection
• Understanding the Black Belt project lifecycle
• Introduction to the different roles in a LSS program

Module 2: Advanced Define Phase Tools

• Developing a robust project charter
• Advanced stakeholder analysis and management
• Creating a detailed business case for a project
• Advanced VOC methods and Kano analysis
• The importance of project finance and ROI calculation

Module 3: Advanced Measure Phase - Statistical Concepts

• Advanced measurement system analysis (Gage R&R)
• Understanding probability distributions
• Hypothesis testing for different data types
• Sampling strategies for complex processes
• Non-parametric tests for non-normal data

Module 4: The Analyze Phase - Part 1

• Advanced root cause analysis tools
• Multi-variable analysis and correlation matrices
• Factorial analysis for identifying key drivers
• Understanding sources of variation
• The importance of team facilitation in the Analyze phase

Module 5: The Analyze Phase - Part 2

• Advanced regression analysis
• ANOVA for comparing multiple groups
• The role of data mining and predictive analytics
• Chi-Square tests and contingency tables
• Using statistical software for complex analysis

Module 6: The Improve Phase - Part 1

• Introduction to Design of Experiments (DOE)
• Full and fractional factorial experiments
• Creating an experimental design matrix
• Analyzing experimental results
• Optimizing process parameters using DOE

Module 7: The Improve Phase - Part 2

• Advanced Lean concepts and tools
• Poka-Yoke and mistake-proofing at scale
• Implementing pull systems and Kanban
• Cellular and continuous flow manufacturing
• The role of technology in process automation

Module 8: The Control Phase - Part 1

• Advanced control charts
• Statistical Process Control (SPC) for complex processes
• Creating a comprehensive control plan
• The importance of audits and reviews
• Sustaining the gains of a project

Module 9: The Control Phase - Part 2

• Visual management and performance dashboards
• Best practices for project closure
• Transitioning the project to operations
• The role of documentation and knowledge transfer
• Creating a continuous improvement culture

Module 10: Change Management and Leadership

• The role of the Black Belt as a change agent
• Theories and models of change
• Leading and motivating project teams
• Communicating effectively with all levels of an organization
• Overcoming resistance to change

Module 11: Team Mentoring and Coaching

• The Black Belt's role in mentoring Green Belts
• Coaching techniques for improvement projects
• Facilitating group problem-solving sessions
• Best practices for team development
• Building a high-performing project team

Module 12: Advanced Project Management

• Project management methodologies for LSS projects
• Risk management in process improvement
• Managing a project portfolio
• The role of the project champion and sponsor
• Using project management software

Module 13: Lean and DMAIC Integration

• Integrating Lean principles into every DMAIC phase
• Utilizing Lean tools to accelerate DMAIC projects
• The synergy between waste reduction and variation control
• Real-world examples of integrated projects
• The future of Lean Six Sigma

Module 14: Value Stream Mapping (VSM)

• Creating and analyzing detailed VSMs
• Identifying waste and opportunities for improvement
• Developing a future state VSM
• The role of VSM in strategic planning
• Linking VSM to DMAIC projects

Module 15: Software Applications

• In-depth training on statistical software (e.g., Minitab, JMP)
• Advanced charting and graphing
• Using the software for hypothesis testing and regression
• Simulating process changes
• Interpreting software output for business decisions

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org Tel: +254 702 249 449

Training Venue

The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org Tel: +254 702 249 449

Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 10 working days before commencement of the training.