
Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt
Course Description
The Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt Certification Training is designed for experienced professionals seeking to lead enterprise-wide process improvement initiatives. This advanced program builds on Lean Six Sigma foundations and empowers participants with strategic leadership, innovation management, change acceleration, and organizational transformation skills.Through a combination of case studies, practical frameworks, and industry best practices, learners will master advanced methodologies like Kanban systems, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Lean Start-up strategies, and Design for Six Sigma (DFSS).Participants will gain the ability to mentor Green and Black Belts, drive high-impact projects, influence C-suite decisions, and build a culture of continuous improvement.
The course also incorporates trending leadership principles, change management dynamics, and agile practices, preparing learners to become influential leaders in today’s fast-paced, innovation-driven industries.
What you'll Learn
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Understand the strategic roles and responsibilities of Master Black Belts and Board-Level Champions.
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Lead teams effectively using modern leadership styles, trust-building techniques, and Lean leadership principles.
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Apply structured problem-solving approaches like the 5 Whys and root cause analysis at an enterprise level.
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Master the Toyota Production System (TPS) and its 4P model to foster operational excellence.
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Implement advanced Kanban systems, visual management boards, and control Work-In-Progress (WIP) efficiently.
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Deploy Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) frameworks to maximize equipment reliability and performance.
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Plan, conduct, and follow up on impactful Kaizen events to drive rapid process improvements.
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Manage meetings and communications for maximum effectiveness and project acceleration.
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Build a strong business case for Lean Six Sigma by calculating cost of poor quality and financial benefits.
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Develop strategic thinking skills to align Lean Six Sigma with organizational goals and stakeholder expectations.
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Create a sustainable Lean culture through structured approaches and leadership buy-in.
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Integrate Lean Start-up principles for agile innovation, validated learning, and rapid business pivots.
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Apply modern project management techniques (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall) to Lean Six Sigma initiatives.
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Understand Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) methodologies to design high-quality, customer-centric processes and products.
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Lead organizational change initiatives, overcome resistance, and nurture a culture of continuous improvement and innovation
Course Curriculum
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Advanced Roles in Lean Six Sigma
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Key Responsibilities of Black Belts and Master Black Belts
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Strategic Role of Board-Level Champions
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Aligning Business Goals with Continuous Improvement Initiatives
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Leadership Excellence
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Importance of Leadership in Lean Six Sigma Programs
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Leading Diverse Teams: Stakeholder Engagement and Trust Building
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Adaptive Leadership Styles for Operational Excellence
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Gemba Walks: Leading from the Frontline
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Essential Behaviors of High-Impact Leaders
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Structured Problem Solving Using 5 Whys
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Revisiting the 5 Whys Technique from Yellow Belt
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Proportional Response and Root Cause Prioritization
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Conducting Effective 5Y Workshops
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Champion’s Role in Facilitating Deep Root Analysis
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Master Black Belt Insights into Problem Structuring
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The Toyota Production System (TPS) and the 4P Model
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Introduction to TPS Philosophy
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Understanding the 4Ps: Philosophy, Process, People, Problem-Solving
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Exploring Toyota’s 14 Management Principles
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Building a Sustainable Lean Culture
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Process Visualization and Control through Kanban Systems
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Managing Work-In-Progress (WIP) Effectively
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Applying Theory of Constraints (TOC)
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Leveraging Kanban Systems in Office and Digital Environments
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Introduction to Kamishibai Boards for Audit and Process Control
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Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)
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Fundamentals of TPM and Equipment Efficiency
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Six-Step Framework for TPM Implementation
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Linking TPM with Operational Excellence Programs
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Advanced Kaizen Practices
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Deep Dive into the Kaizen Philosophy
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Pre-Kaizen Planning and Stakeholder Engagement
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Executing High-Impact Kaizen Events
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Post-Kaizen: Capturing Learnings and Standardization
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Effective Meeting Management
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Anatomy of Productive Meetings
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Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them
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Setting Objectives and Agendas
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Facilitating High-Energy, Outcome-Driven Meetings
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Master Black Belt’s Perspective on Meeting Dynamics
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Building a Business Case for Lean Six Sigma
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Understanding the Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ)
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Financial Impact of Higher Process Sigma Levels
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Leveraging Intangible Assets for Continuous Improvement
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Quantifying Tangible and Intangible Benefits
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Managing Organizational Change
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Analyzing Business Maturity Models
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Addressing Resistance to Change
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Strategies for Leading Change in Complex Organizations
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Strategic Thinking for Black Belts
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Fundamentals of Business Strategy Development
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Stakeholder Mapping and Engagement
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Crafting Value Propositions and Identifying Core Competencies
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Communicating Strategy Across Business Units
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Cultivating a Lean Six Sigma Culture
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Foundations for Establishing a Continuous Improvement Culture
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Roadmap for Cultural Transformation
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Approaches for Embedding Lean Six Sigma Thinking at All Levels
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Lean Start-Up Principles for Innovation
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Introduction to Lean Start-Up Mindset
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Growth Models and Innovation Strategies
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Concept of Validated Learning and Innovation Accounting
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Experimentation, Hypothesis Testing, and Pivoting Strategies
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Advanced Project Management and Design for Six Sigma (DFSS)
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Core Elements of Professional Project Management
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Comparison of Modern Project Management Methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall)
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Essential Tools for Project Planning and Execution
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Introduction to Design for Six Sigma Frameworks (DMADV and IDOV)
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Upcoming Classes | 2025-05-17 | 2025-05-31 | 5999 |
Upcoming Classes | 2025-06-15 | 2025-06-29 | 5999 |
Upcoming Classes | 2025-07-13 | 2025-07-27 | 5999 |