Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt

Overview

Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt is the very first step for professionals looking to improve inefficient workflows. Instead of focusing on theory alone, this course teaches practical tools to identify inefficiencies, reduce waste, and support process improvement initiatives within real business environments.

Delivered Live Online via Microsoft Teams, this interactive program equips you with hands-on skills to contribute effectively to organizational excellence while preparing you to pass the official ILSSI certification exam.

Throughout this comprehensive virtual program, participants will dive deep into operational excellence and the DMAIC framework, mastering how to seamlessly bridge data-driven problem solving with everyday process execution. As organizations face the constant need to streamline operations and eliminate waste, this course equips you with the structured frameworks, root-cause analysis tools, and continuous improvement competencies needed to enhance productivity and drive measurable value.

The virtual format combines immersive instruction with hands-on exercises, real-world case studies, and an interactive online learning environment designed to maximize knowledge retention. Whether you are looking to validate your foundational expertise in process improvement, support Green Belt and Black Belt projects, or achieve an elite industry-recognized certification, this course provides a direct and efficient path to reaching your professional goals.

What will you learn

• Core Principles & DMAIC: Understand the foundation of Lean Six Sigma and the Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control framework.
• 8 Wastes & 5S: Learn to spot inefficiencies (Muda) in daily routines and optimize work areas using 5S.
• Root Cause Analysis: Gain hands-on experience with fundamental problem-solving tools like the Fishbone Diagram and 5 Whys.
• Process Mapping: Speak a common language of operational excellence, map workflows, and support Green Belt or Black Belt projects.

Training materials

• Official ILSSI Accredited Learner Workbook & Reference Guide
• Live Online Interactive Training via Microsoft Teams
• Official ILSSI Examination Voucher (Includes 1 Free Retake)
• Digital Certificate of Completion upon passing

Audience

• Team members, coordinators, managers, and ambitious specialists looking to support continuous improvement projects and earn an internationally recognized certification.

Requirements

• No prior Lean Six Sigma experience required. Basic understanding of daily operational workflows is helpful.

Trainer

• Alexandra Niculae

Language

• This course is given in English with English courseware.

Price

• The price mentioned is without VAT.
• VAT may be added, depending on your location.
• We will contact you after receiving your booking to give you the final price.
• You can also buy course vouchers in advance and use these vouchers to buy any course in the future.
• Do you have a group of at least 3 participants? Ask use for a group discount !!

Course Content

Module 1: Define Phase

•  Fundamentals of Operational Excellence (OPEX)
•  General History of Lean and Six Sigma
•  Principles of Lean & Continuous Improvement
•  Voice of the Customer and Business Needs
•  Lean Belt Roles & Responsibilities (with focus on Yellow Belt)
•  Defining a Process (Value vs. Non-Value Activities)
•  The 8 Elements of Waste (DOWNTIME)
•  Sustainability & Fake Lean vs. Real Lean
•  Defining Quality & Quality Circles
•  Critical to Quality (CTQs)
•  DMAIC Basics Overview & Define Phase of DMAIC
•  Problem / Opportunity Definition (practical exercise)
•  Project Selection (practical exercise)
•  A3 Reports

Module 2: Measure Phase

•  Basics of Data Collection
•  Graphical Analysis
•  SIPOC (Suppliers, Inputs, Process, Outputs, Customers)
•  Process Mapping (flowcharts, swimlanes)
•  Value Stream Mapping (basic understanding)
•  Flow and Line Balancing

Module 3: Analyze Phase

•  Analyze Phase of DMAIC
• Root Cause Analysis
•  Cause & Effect / Fishbone Diagrams (practical exercise)
•  Pareto Principle / Pareto Charts
•  Scatter Plots and Correlation

Module 4: Improve Phase

•  Lean Tools for Improvement
•  5S
•  Single-Piece Flow
•  Poka-Yoke (Mistake Proofing)
•  SMED (Quick Changeover)
•  Pull and Just-In-Time
•  Kanban
•  Visual Management
•  Standardised Work
•  Kaizen and Kaizen Events
•  PDCA Cycle

Module 5: Control Phase

•  Control Phase of DMAIC
•  Control Plans
•  Gemba and Gemba Walks
•  Lean Leadership Style
•  Standard Work & Visual Management for Sustainment