Course Objective:
For students to learn the foundations of Lean Six Sigma and develop problem solving, process improvement and facilitator skills. A graduate from this course can effectively implement solutions that result in lower costs, faster delivery, higher quality, and increased safety of operations.

Course Description:
A Lean biased, project-based curriculum that leverages the use of simulations, case studies and student interactions for the most effective learning experience. Students are assigned to a team of four to seven people where they practice working in teams to achieve objectives. Students learn and practice the skills necessary to map, analyze and improve work processes, implement change management strategies, apply structured problem-solving methods, use various root cause analysis tools, and implement proven Lean Six Sigma countermeasures.   There is a total of 30 classroom hours broken into 10 blocks of instruction with certification testing taking place at the end of block 10. Students should expect an additional 2-4 hours of study to be completed outside of class hours. A previous day’s content review will be accomplished during the beginning of days 2-5 and team presentations are required for course completion. 

Pre-requisites& Requirements:
None, all class materials will be provided by instructor on first day of class.

Course Location:
UNLV MAB 2 (Maryland Administrative Building), Room 141
4350 S Maryland Parkway Las Vegas, NV 89119