This course focuses on providing participants with a comprehensive understanding of the importance of Lean culture and effective leadership in driving successful Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives. Participants will develop proficiency in Lean culture and leadership in Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing. They will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to foster a Lean culture, lead successful Lean initiatives, and drive operational excellence within their organizations. The test can be conveniently taken from the comfort of ones home, library, or workplace. Upon successful completion and passing of the test a digital certificate will be issued to validate ones achievement.
Course Overview
1.What is a Lean Culture?
2.Why Have a Lean Culture?
3.How to Develop a Lean Culture.
4.Potential Challenges of Developing a Lean Culture.
5.Leadership in Lean Culture
6.Why you need Leadership in Lean
7.The Lean Leadership Model Explained
8.Embracing Leadership in Lean Culture
9.The Dual Role of a Lean Leader
10.The Importance of Strategic Thinking in Lean Leadership
11.Developing a Strategic Mindset for Lean Leaders
12.Habits of Successful Lean Leaders
13.Roles and Responsibilities of a Lean Leader
14.Problem Solving and Leadership
15.Questions that Help You in Lean Leadership
What are the Three Dimensions of Lean Leadership
Course Objective
Upon completion of this course you will be able to:
- Learn how effective Lean leadership supports the development and sustenance of a Lean culture within an organization
- Gain insights into the role of leaders as coaches and mentors in fostering employee empowerment and engagement
- Understand the importance of Gemba walks and effective communication in Lean leadership practices
- Explore methods for aligning Lean principles with organizational goals and driving a shared sense of purpose
- Learn how to use data-driven decision-making and performance metrics to support Lean initiatives and track progress
- Understand the connection between Lean culture, leadership, and operational excellence
Target Audience:
Lean Culture and Leadership can be used by anybody who is involved in process improvement such as business analysts, engineers, project managers, advisors, maintenance, facilities and operation
Estimated time to complete:
Open format, self-paced
- Certified Self Paced Online Course