What you'll learn

Understand the core principles of Lean and Six Sigma and how they work together to drive continuous improvement and quality.
Define quality in practical terms and explain how quality management systems support better outcomes across industries.
Apply the DMAIC framework to identify, analyze, and solve real-world process problems step-by-step.
Use tools like SIPOC diagrams and process flowcharts to map out and understand the flow of work within any system.
Recognize the 8 types of waste in a process and distinguish between value-added and non-value-added activities.
Leverage Microsoft Excel for process mapping and data analysis, even if you're not a technical expert.
Perform basic data interpretation using descriptive statistics to make informed, data-driven decisions.
Visualize data effectively with Excel-based tools to communicate insights clearly and drive smarter actions.
Apply simple but powerful tools like brainstorming, prioritization matrices, and cause-and-effect diagrams to support improvement efforts.
Understand the basics of project management as it relates to leading Lean Six Sigma initiatives successfully.
Complete a guided Lean Six Sigma project from start to finish, reinforcing every concept you learn with hands-on practice.
Use ready-made templates—such as Project Charters, SIPOC diagrams, and FMEAs—to kick-start your own process improvement projects with confidence.

Course content

3 sections • 30 lectures • 1h 59m total length

Introduction2:04
Discover the foundations of quality and lean six sigma with Dmaic framework and Sipoc. Use Excel to build flowcharts, interpret data, and distinguish value added from non-value added activities.
Message from the Creator1:40

Quality and quality cost7:19
Quality management systems7:09
Explore total quality management, ISO 9001 principles, and Lean Six Sigma for long-term success and continuous improvement. Study DMAIC and Lean concepts like value, value stream, waste, flow, and pull.
What is Six Sigma3:29
Six Sigma uses statistical tools and the dmaic framework to reduce variation and defects, aiming for 3.4 defects per million opportunities by defining, measuring, analyzing, improving, and controlling processes.
DMAIC Framework4:52
Explore how the DMAIC framework defines, measures, analyzes, improves, and controls process performance, aligned with the scientific method of PDCA, to sustain quality improvements in projects.
Introduction to SIPOC7:06
Learn sipoc flow charts and process analysis to map suppliers, inputs, process steps, outputs, and customers; analyze cycle time, non-value-added steps, and improvements using flow charts, swim lanes, and icons.
Excel - Flow Chart2:19
Project Initiation2:37
Define the project initiation phase by setting scope, identifying stakeholders, mapping processes with sipoc, articulating a smart problem statement and goals, and drafting a project charter aligned with dmaic.
Project Planning6:52
Project Charter3:09
Learn to create a thorough project charter that defines scope, deliverables, validation, budget, risks, and a responsibility matrix using Microsoft Project.
Process Evaluation6:43
Explains lean six sigma principles, defines value, and distinguishes value-added from non-value-added activities using an oil change example; shows waste ratio and time metrics.
Types of Waste6:03
Identify value-add and non-value-add processes by reviewing the eight wastes—transport, inventory, motion, waiting, overproduction, overprocessing, defects, and talents—and map waste using go-and-see observations and spaghetti diagrams.
Introduction to Statistics6:24
Learn to interpret statistics in lean six sigma by examining data types, probability, descriptive and inferential statistics, and how to interpret results using normal distributions, mean, median, and standard deviation.
Intuition For Statistics6:39
Data Visualization3:51
Explore essential data visualization tools for Lean Six Sigma, including Pareto diagrams, box plots, and correlation plots. Learn how Pareto analysis highlights focus areas and reveals data relationships.
Excel - Descriptive Statistics4:15
Learn to use Excel for descriptive statistics and data analysis, including histograms, Pareto charts, box plots, scatter plots, and trendlines, by enabling the Analysis ToolPak and interpreting results.
Analysis tools3:37
Brainstorming4:20
Learn structured brainstorming to engage teams, defer judgment, and build on wild ideas, using visual sticky notes, mind mapping, and the scamper framework to generate diverse, focused solutions.
FMEA and 7R5:49
Effort-Impact Matrix1:45
Control Phase3:14
Cool Oil Project11:22

Final Word1:07
Thank you for completing the introduction to Lean Six Sigma course; visit now.com for additional Lean Six Sigma and project management courses, free resources, quizzes, and PMP test.
How to land a Six-figure Job - Guide0:20
Additional Courses0:41
Free Materials & Tutorials0:09
What Are Good Certifications for Lean Six Sigma Practitioners?0:29
Master the Lingo, Master the Project Management - FREE0:37
How to Land a Job for Project Managers - Course Overview3:16

Requirements

No experience needed, no pre-requisites

Description

Take the First Step Into Lean Six Sigma, Course: Introduction to Lean Six Sigma

If you’ve ever wanted to improve how things work, reduce waste, or make smarter, data-driven decisions without getting lost in complicated math, this course is for you.

Introduction to Lean Six Sigma is a beginner-friendly course that teaches you the key concepts, tools, and techniques of Lean Six Sigma in a practical and easy-to-follow way. No prior experience needed — just curiosity and a willingness to learn.

What You’ll Learn

Foundations of Quality and Lean Six Sigma
Understand what quality really means and how quality management systems keep processes on track.
DMAIC Framework Explained
Learn the Define-Measure-Analyze-Improve-Control process improvement method and how to apply it step-by-step.
Build Process Maps and Use SIPOC
Discover how to create clear process flows, use SIPOC diagrams, and even build flowcharts in Excel.
Recognize Waste and Add Value
Understand the difference between value-added and non-value-added activities and how to eliminate waste in any process.
Intro to Project Management
Get a quick overview of project management principles that support successful Lean Six Sigma initiatives.
Analyze Data With Confidence
Learn how to use Excel’s Descriptive Statistics toolbox to interpret data, without needing advanced math skills.
Visualize and Prioritize
Use brainstorming tools and prioritization techniques to evaluate options and make better decisions.
Complete a Real Project Together
Watch how it all comes together in a full project walkthrough using real-world examples and tools.

What’s Included

You’ll receive ready-to-use templates that make applying Lean Six Sigma straightforward:

Project Charter Template
FMEA Template
Process Flow Diagram
SIPOC Template

All templates come pre-filled with examples so you can learn faster and apply them right away.

Why Take This Course?

By the end of the course, you’ll have:

A solid understanding of Lean Six Sigma basics
The ability to analyze and improve processes using proven tools
Experience completing a Lean Six Sigma project
Skills you can use in any industry or role

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Start your Lean Six Sigma journey today and build skills that can help you solve problems, improve performance, and make a real impact. Sign up now and take your first step into continuous improvement.

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Introduction2 lectures • 4min

Tools and Techniques21 lectures • 1hr 49min

Finale7 lectures • 7min

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