Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Masterclass

The Lean Six Sigma Masterclass is a four-day intensive program designed to equip professionals with the tools, techniques, and mindset required to drive process excellence and continuous improvement.

By combining Lean’s focus on waste reduction with Six Sigma’s emphasis on variation control, participants gain a holistic framework for optimizing performance and delivering great business results.

Participants will be prepared to apply Lean Six Sigma principles to real-world challenges, deliver measurable improvements, and contribute to a culture of operational excellence.

Overview

The Lean Six Sigma Masterclass is a four-day intensive program designed to help professionals master the principles of process improvement, waste reduction, and quality management. By combining Lean’s focus on efficiency with Six Sigma’s emphasis on reducing variation, participants gain a powerful toolkit to drive operational excellence and measurable business results.

Day 1: Foundations – Introduction to Lean Six Sigma principles, roles, and identifying waste.

Day 2: Applying the DMAIC framework to scope projects, collect data, and establish baselines.

Day 3: Using root cause analysis, Lean tools, and improvement strategies to optimize processes.

Day 4: Sustaining improvements through monitoring, change management, and strategic alignment.

Training Objective

The objective of this masterclass is to equip participants with practical knowledge and tools to identify inefficiencies, reduce waste, improve quality, and sustain process improvements using the Lean Six Sigma methodology.

By the end of the program, participants will be able to confidently apply the DMAIC framework to real-world challenges and contribute to building a culture of continuous improvement.

Outcome - By the end of the masterclass, participants will have:

• A strong understanding of Lean Six Sigma principles.
• Practical experience applying DMAIC to real-world problems.
• Confidence in using tools to reduce waste, improve quality, and sustain results.
• Understand the Lean Six Sigma methodology and its practical applications.
• Gain hands-on experience with tools for process mapping, data analysis, and improvement.
• Be equipped to lead continuous improvement projects that deliver measurable impact.
• Contribute to building a culture of efficiency and quality within their organization.

Delivery Approach

• Facilitator-led sessions
• Case studies and group activities
• Hands-on Excel workshops
• Capstone projects and presentations
• Interactive lectures with real-world case studies
• Hands-on Excel workshops
• Group activities and capstone projects

Course Outline

Day 1: Introduction & Foundations

Theme: Understanding Lean Six Sigma

• Overview of Lean and Six Sigma principles
• History and evolution of process improvement
• Key concepts: waste reduction, variation control, and continuous improvement
• Roles in Lean Six Sigma (Yellow Belt, Green Belt, Black Belt)
• Workshop: Identifying waste in everyday processes

Day 2: Define & Measure Phases

Theme: Building the Improvement Framework

• DMAIC methodology overview (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control)
• Define phase: project charters, problem statements, and scope
• Measure phase: data collection, process mapping, and baseline metrics
• Tools: SIPOC diagrams, value stream mapping, measurement system analysis
• Exercise: Create a SIPOC diagram for a sample process

Day 3: Analyze & Improve Phases

Theme: Driving Process Optimization

• Analyze phase: root cause analysis, cause-and-effect diagrams, hypothesis testing
• Improve phase: brainstorming solutions, piloting improvements, mistake-proofing (Poka-Yoke)
• Lean tools: Kaizen, 5S, and standard work
• Case Study: Applying root cause analysis to a real-world scenario

Book Review

Day 4: Control Phase & Implementation

Theme: Sustaining Results

• Control phase: monitoring, control charts, and sustaining improvements
• Change management and stakeholder engagement
• Linking Lean Six Sigma to organizational strategy
• Certification pathways and next steps for participants
• Capstone Project: Team presentations of improvement projects using DMAIC

Schedule

Duration: 4 Days

Mode of Delivery:  Physical Class

Venue: Option 1 - In-plant

              Option 2 - Greenville Professional Place @Anthony Village, Lagos

              Option 3 – Resort/Premium Hospitality (Attracts more fees)

              Option 4 – A trip outside the country (Negotiable)

Investment & Value

• Fee – NGN 350,000 per Participant (Regular)
• Discount applies to multiple participants from the same organization
• Excellent Training Delivery – World-class Professional Facilitators
• Premium Training Manuals
• Customized Souvenirs and Accessories – Bag, Mug, Notepad and more
• Professional hard and e-books, and other learning materials for the participants
• Certificate of completion will be provided to all participants.

Value-added Components

• Pre- and Post-Training Assessments will be administered
• Comprehensive Post-Training Evaluation will be done
• Free 1-Day Seminar on Mental Health will be delivered to your staff at your convenience
• Free Post Training Consultation for all the Participants

Conclusion

The Lean Six Sigma Masterclass is not just a training program—it is a catalyst for transformation. Over four days, participants gain the knowledge, tools, and confidence to identify inefficiencies, reduce waste, and improve quality across processes.

By mastering the DMAIC framework and applying Lean Six Sigma principles, attendees leave equipped to deliver measurable improvements that align with organizational goals. This masterclass ensures that participants are prepared to drive continuous improvement, sustain results, and foster a culture of operational excellence within their teams and organizations. The skills acquired will empower them to turn challenges into opportunities and processes into pathways for success.

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