Lean Six Sigma: An Introduction
Gain valuable insights on quality and process improvement.
40 seats; each participant will receive a digital badge and certificate of completion
Designed for You
Are you interested in learning about process improvement? Do you manage a process or supervise someone who does? Are you achieving the outcomes you expect in the time you expect to achieve them? Would you like to learn about a structured method for quality and process improvement? Would you like to learn how Six Sigma might aid you in approaching your projects, improving the process, and achieving the results you expect?
This interactive course will introduce you to the fundamental aspects of Lean Six Sigma and how you might use them in your role.
Session Description
Lean Six Sigma is a disciplined, data driven approach to process improvement aimed at the near elimination of defects from every product, process, and transaction. Lean Six Sigma utilizes a five-phase problem-solving methodology.
In this session you will explore the five phases and be introduced to some useful tools through hands-on activities.
- Define
- Measure
- Analyze
- Improve
- Control
More Than Manufacturing
The Lean Six Sigma approach applies to processes in any organization or industry and is not limited to manufacturing. If you have a process you want to improve, this course is for you!
Agenda
8:30 a.m. – Networking Breakfast
9:00 a.m. – Session One
12:00 p.m. – Lunch
1:00 p.m. – Session Two
4:00 p.m. – Departure
Faculty Instructor
Dr. Krista Foster
Teaching Assistant Professor
Dr. Krista Foster is a dynamic researcher and educator specializing in healthcare operations. With a PhD in Business Analytics and Operations from the University of Pittsburgh, Krista has a passion for solving real-world inefficiencies. Krista brings deep expertise in data driven process improvement, emergency department management, and supply chain analytics to help transform how organizations operate.
Cost
Early Bird Rate – $595 (by September 28)
Group Rate – $595 (three or more)
Regular Rate – $695 (Deadline October 9)
*A few scholarships are available