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Lean Six Sigma Introduction Specialist (Earn PDUs)
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Lean Six Sigma Introduction Specialist (Earn PDUs)

Become a Lean Six Sigma Introduction Specialist | Be a specialist at introducing Lean Six Sigma to the world | Earn PDUs
Last updated 5/2026
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What you'll learn

  • Will be able to confidently answer, “What is Quality?”
  • What is Six Sigma and what do we mean by the term “Sigma”?
  • What is Lean?
  • History of Six Sigma
  • Foundations of Lean and Six Sigma
  • What are the roles of individuals in a Lean Six Sigma project?
  • What are the characteristics of successful Lean Six Sigma projects?
  • Overview of DMAIC roadmap and Lean Six Sigma toolkit

Course content

14 sections62 lectures1h 58m total length
  • Welcome and Agenda0:38

    Lean Six Sigma Introduction Specialist | Earn PMI PDU (PDUs)

    This lecture details the number of lessons covered in the Lean Six Sigma Introduction Specialist Program. These lessons are targeted to increase your overall awareness of this methodology.

  • Important! Additional Instructions0:57

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  • Welcome to the AIGPE® Learning Ecosystem4:34
  • Six Sigma - An Introduction (Why should you choose to learn Six Sigma)?1:14

    Lean Six Sigma Introduction Specialist | Earn PMI PDU (PDUs)

    This lecture marks the beginning of the Lean Six Sigma Specialist Introduction module. It initiates the discussion as to how Six Sigma virtually began in manufacturing and then was taken up in the service industry.

  • What makes Six Sigma so special?1:06

    Lean Six Sigma Introduction Specialist | Earn PMI PDU (PDUs)

    This lecture discusses the facts and figures of what makes Six Sigma is so special. We look at the impressive global trends of Six Sigma.

  • A Special Message from Ross0:51
  • Why has Six Sigma been in demand and will continue to be in demand?0:51

    Lean Six Sigma Introduction Specialist | Earn PMI PDU (PDUs)

    In this lecture, we begin to discuss the reasons of enormous popularity of the Six Sigma methodology. 

  • Why has Six Sigma been in demand and will continue to be in demand? (Cont'd....)1:31

    Lean Six Sigma Introduction Specialist | Earn PMI PDU (PDUs)

    In this lecture, we continue the discussion on the reasons of enormous popularity of the Six Sigma methodology. We understand the intrinsic challenge(s) faced by the organizations in the global market and the choices left with them.

  • What were some of the earlier cost reduction strateg(ies) & how they back-fired?2:10

    Lean Six Sigma Introduction Specialist | Earn PMI PDU (PDUs)

    This lecture discusses how some of the earlier cost reduction strategies back-fired. They resulted in low customer satisfaction, decreased profits and lower market share. This further escalated the need for a robust methodology, i.e. Six Sigma

  • The world needed Six Sigma1:43

    Lean Six Sigma Introduction Specialist | Earn PMI PDU (PDUs)

    The world needed an approach that would focus on making any business process truly robust and efficient. This lecture briefly discusses the adoption of Six Sigma by various companies and its journey  from being "good to have" to a "must to have"  technique.

  • Benefits of Six Sigma - Facts and Figures - some mind boggling numbers...1:14

    Lean Six Sigma Introduction Specialist | Earn PMI PDU (PDUs)

    In this lecture, we conclude the discussion (that we started in Lecture 05) of why Six Sigma has been in demand for last three decades and will continue to be in demand for many more decades to come. We look at the actual reported cost savings financials of some of the major organizations who were early adopters of Six Sigma.

  • Six Sigma - What's In It For You - Why should you learn Six Sigma?4:49

    Lean Six Sigma Introduction Specialist | Earn PMI PDU (PDUs)

    So far, we discussed the importance of Six Sigma from an organizational perspective. Another important perspective is why becoming a certified Six Sigma professional important for you? 

    We discuss this important question by listening to a real-life story of one of the past AIGPE student.

  • Summary of key accomplishments of people like YOU who embraced Six Sigma1:50

    Lean Six Sigma Introduction Specialist | Earn PMI PDU (PDUs)

    There are hundreds of letters, emails and phone calls we receive every month where participants have shared their gratitude towards the program and their success stories. This lecture discusses the summary of those key accomplishments. When you review these key accomplishments, identify whether you personally want to achieve these. It's time to self-evaluate.

    We will never say that everyone who embraces Six Sigma will definitively achieve success. While there are a number of success stories, there are failure stories too. We have pointed out the common factors of failing to achieve the required success. 

    The lecture and the section concludes with the key points on how can you avoid failure and be absolutely successful.

Requirements

  • There are no prerequisites for this course
  • All the concepts discussed in this program are hands-on practical concepts. Hence, you do not require access to any particular software. Just keep a pen and paper handy to jot down important notes. Individuals who are comfortable with making notes on the computer/tablet/or any other device can do so as well

Description

Lean Six Sigma Introduction Specialist | Earn official 2 PDUs

2 official PDUs are available upon request by completing this Lean Six Sigma Introduction Specialist Course. AIGPE™ is the Authorized Training Partner of the Project Management Institute (PMI®) (Provider No. 5573). The PMI® Authorized Training Partner Seal is a registered mark of the Project Management Institute, Inc.

What really is Six Sigma? Where and how did it originate? What do we mean by Lean Six Sigma? What is Quality? There are so many questions that everyone should know before diving into understanding every single Six Sigma tool and technique.

Keeping this view of giving you a detailed Introduction to Lean Six Sigma and making you a specialist at this introduction, we have created this program – The Lean Six Sigma Introduction Specialist.   

What can you expect from this program?  

By the end of this training, you can easily answer these questions with complete confidence:   

  • What is Quality?   

  • What is Six Sigma and what do we mean by the term “Sigma”?  

  • What is Lean?  

  • History of Six Sigma  

  • Foundations of Lean and Six Sigma  

  • What are the roles of individuals in a Lean Six Sigma project?  

  • What are the characteristics of successful Lean Six Sigma projects?  

  • What is the DMAIC roadmap and Lean Six Sigma toolkit

It is important to note that this training is designed to give you an overview and layout of the Lean and Six Sigma methods. It will emphasize on the reasons of why this methodology is in existence for more than 3 decades and will continue to thrive for many more decades to come. It also emphasizes the reasons why we must be Six Sigma certified. However, it must be noted that this training does not discuss any of the Lean OR Six Sigma tools and techniques in detail.   

Through the course we will walk you through the overview of Six Sigma from organizational and individual perspective. We have even added real-life examples of manufacturing and service industries for those who would use Six Sigma for the first time.   

At the end of the course, you’ll be a specialist at introducing Lean Six Sigma methods to any layman.   

This course is designed for: 

  • Enthusiastic quality professionals who are NEW to the world of Lean, Six Sigma and Quality and want to take their skills to the next level

  • It is also for those individuals who are consultants and are involved in providing coaching, consulting and training to their clients

  • Individuals from operations, various functions and departments can gain a complete overview of Lean Six Sigma methods

  • Six Sigma and Lean practitioners and project managers who want greater depth of understanding of the origins and the working basis of Lean Six Sigma can benefit immensely from this course

  • Finally, this course is also perfect for any newbies who are looking to enhance their skill sets in the field of process improvement.    

If you are already an expert at Six Sigma, this course is probably not for you.

Why wait? Become a Lean Six Sigma Introduction Specialist NOW!

Who this course is for:

  • Enthusiastic quality professionals who are NEW to the world of Lean, Six Sigma and Quality and want to take their skills to the next level
  • Individuals who are consultants and are involved in providing coaching, consulting and training to their clients
  • Individuals from operations, various functions and departments
  • Six Sigma and Lean practitioners and project managers who want greater depth of understanding the orogins and the working basis of Lean Six Sigma can benefit immensely from this course
  • Any newbies who are looking to enhance their skill sets in the field of process improvement