Lean Business Improvement

Quality impacts every aspect of the operations of a company, therefore managing processes and the quality of their outputs is an essential responsibility of any organization that wants to succeed in business and provide true customer satisfaction. This course introduces the basic concepts and tools of quality management systems for manufacturing and service industries. Students learn a general overview of quality management topics and process approach: basic concepts of quality control and quality assurance; quality systems and their impact in an organization to ensure consistency of product and/or service reliability and quality; process definition and control; problem solving; standards for quality management systems; inspection operations; lean tools introduction; and quality costs. Using real case studies via in-class exercises and assignments, students will have the opportunity for practical application of concepts.
Prerequisite(s):

• No prerequisites are required for this course.

This course is the first of 2 courses (also OPMT2710 - Lean Leadership) that will give the student the basic understanding of lean. Combined the two courses will deliver the Lean Body of Knowledge that prepares the student to write the ASQ/AME/Shingo Institute/SME Lean Bronze Certification exam. Lean used to be referred to as "Lean Manufacturing". It has since been proven that Lean is not just a "shop floor" thing. Lean applies in every type of business. This first course introduces the student to Lean Enterprise concepts, how and why it evolved and many of the tools used within a Lean Environment.
Prerequisite(s):

• No prerequisites are required for this course.

​The Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification course is a crucial stepping stone for individuals and professionals seeking to enhance their understanding of the Lean Six Sigma methodology. This certification validates your skills in the fundamental principles of Lean Six Sigma and empowers you to contribute effectively to process improvement projects within your organization. BCIT's Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt (LSSYB) Certification Course offers individuals and professionals an in-depth understanding of how to excel in process improvement and operational efficiency. This course introduces fundamental Lean Six Sigma principles, basic quality management tools, and essential techniques for data-driven decision-making. Lean Six Sigma is a globally recognized approach that combines Six Sigma concepts and tools to the Lean manufacturing /Lean enterprise philosophy, striving to eliminate waste of physical resources, time, effort, and talent, while assuring quality in production and organizational processes. Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt is the starting point of Six Sigma qualifications and is aimed at those who are new to the world of Six Sigma and are keen on developing basic knowledge about the methodology. This is an entry-level certification for professionals who are looking to get an overview of Six Sigma and the Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, and Control (DMAIC) process. The knowledge gained through this certification helps the workforce in understanding the concepts and potential of Six Sigma tools and process improvement methodologies within the enterprise. This course follows the Body of Knowledge (BOK) of the International Association of Six Sigma Certifications (IASSC).​ Certification A grade of 60% is required to pass this course and obtain the Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification. Upon successful completion of the certification requirements, a formal certificate confirming that the student has achieved the Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt practitioner level will be issued within 3 weeks.
Prerequisite(s):

• 50% in OPMT 1710
• You may qualify to have the prerequisite waived for this course if you have equivalent experience in Lean methodology. Please contact the Flexible Learning coordinator Juan_Azmitia@bcit.ca for approval.