This presentation contains sample slides to QuantumSix's Module 1 on Introduction to Lean Six Sigma. The full module is available for purchase on www.quantumsix.com, and is a self-paced online audio learning course that can be downloaded and played at your convenience.

1. QuantumSix™
Lean Six Sigma Strategic Learning
Process
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2. Process Explanation
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3. Learning Process Explanation
• The completion of all 10 modules of the Q6 Lean Six
Sigma Strategic Learning Process will provide an
individual with a comprehensive understanding of:
– Business Process Management definition
– Six Sigma methodology
– Lean tools and processes
– Project and change management techniques
– Project selection and financial validation
– Executive sponsorship and strategy development
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4. Learning Process Explanation
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• The purpose of these courses is to provide
complete, fundamental learning modules for
Business Improvement using Lean Six Sigma and
Project Management
• The course series provides the necessary foundation
for learning intermediate and/or advanced Lean Six
Sigma tools
• The 10 module course should be completed prior to
Lean Six Sigma Greenbelt training
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5. Why are these courses necessary?
• To learn the fundamentals of BPM, Project and
Change Management and Lean Six Sigma
• To offer a foundation for more advanced learning
• To gain a strategic and well-rounded understanding
of the power of Lean Six Sigma in every business
application
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6. What makes this course different?
• The Q6 Lean Six Sigma Strategic Learning course
not only explains the fundamental principles and tools
of Lean Six Sigma, but incorporates critical strategic
elements necessary to implement and sustain Lean
Six Sigma as an organizational function
• This fundamental approach allows for faster
comprehension of Lean Six Sigma methodology, as
well as learning why we apply the tools to improve
our business
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7. Complete Learning Course Module Outline
• Module 1: Introduction to Lean Six Sigma
• Module 2: Basic Quality Tools
• Module 3: Project Management
• Module 4: DMAIC
• Module 5: Lean
• Module 6: Lean Six Sigma Together
• Module 7: Project Selection and Execution
• Module 8: Financial Validation of Projects
• Module 9: Change Management
• Module 10: Executive Training
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8. Learning Objectives
• Understand the definition of Lean Six Sigma
• How to integrate Lean Six Sigma into your strategic
plan
• Why implement Lean Six Sigma in your organization?
• Introduction to concepts, tools and process
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9. Summary of Concepts
• Cost of Poor Quality
• Variation
• Measurement and Data Collection
• Value Add – Non-Value Add
• Lean
• Benchmarking
• DMAIC Model
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