This updated view of Lean Six Sigma (LSS) provides the best understanding of how Lean, Six Sigma, Quality Management, theories and tools are to be applied to different aspects of Global Supply Chains.
In addition, the Lean Six Sigma Certification Courses provide insight on initiatives and six sigma methods that continue to drive efficiency in sustainably operated supply chain processes. The real-world examples provide a modern interpretation of how initiatives, including sustainability and technology adaptation, drive current Global Value Chains and their envisioned process and continuous improvement.
It is recommended the three-course program be taken in sequence. It guides learners through concepts and foundations of Quality, along with the use of both the basics, as well as the advanced, improvement tools and techniques to show the integration of lean to six sigma.
The program begins with CLSSYB01: Introduction to Lean Six Sigma for Sustainable and Resilient Supply Chains, guiding learners through the basic Six Sigma Methodology and foundations of Six Sigma and Supply Chain Management. CLSSYB01 provides an understanding of various topics starting with an introduction and overview of Six Sigma. The course will advance into DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control) and its related six sigma tools. Learners will gain an understanding of the “Lean” in Six Sigma before moving into the roles and responsibilities of management and stakeholders within Lean Six Sigma in Supply Chain.
After completing CLSSYB01, learners are encouraged to continue with CLSSYB02 and CLSSYB03 in order to obtain the Lean Six Sigma Certificate and gain further understanding on how to implement Lean Six Sigma Projects for optimization of supply chain and strong sustainability performance.
The Lean Six Sigma for Sustainable Supply Chain Program includes a second content course: CLSSYB02: Lean Six Sigma Program and Project Management, which expands upon the content of CLSSYB01.
Within CLSSYB02, the learner is taken through the applied use of the tools and metrics in the LSS program framework. This applied approach includes the basics of project management and lays out real-world methods to apply these tools at the basic level. This program prepares the learner with the necessary knowledge to be a team member (Yellow Belt) of LSS projects seeking synergies, product quality improvement, reduced variability, and shorter lead times.
The final course is a certification exam. CLSSYB03: ISCEA CLSSYB Exam, allows learners to display their knowledge acquired in the previous courses of the ISCEA Lean Six Sigma for Sustainable Supply Chain Program. If the program is successfully completed, the learner will obtain a credential recognized by the industry that supports improved workforce options for the learner: The Certified Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Designation.
While there are no enforced prerequisites to participate in the program, the Lean Six Sigma for Sustainable Supply Chain Program, on edX by ISCEA, is recommended for pre-career or early career Supply Chain professionals. Previous experience in, or future plans to enter into the areas of merchandising, inventory management, operations management, manufacturing industries, the production process, decision making, or buyer/planner role, complements the expertise gained via completion of the courses. ISCEA envisions learners who are seeking tangible skills, tutorials, and credentials to facilitate their progress into senior roles with more strategic oversight, to be successful candidates for the program. Learners who complete the program can immediately apply the lessons they learn to corporate roles and related value streams. Those focused on corporate process improvement, reduced environmental impact efforts, and customer satisfaction will receive great benefits from this program. There is limited mathematical expectations within the courses of the program.
