Lean Six Sigma Green Belt



Overview

Lean Six Sigma is a globally recognised method for improving business performance through greater efficiency and effectiveness. This course gives you the tools to identify how problems occur and make lasting improvements to processes in your own organisation. 

The five-day Lean Six Sigma Green Belt is your first step to becoming a practitioner. You’ll explore the full Lean Six Sigma framework and learn how the tools fit together to drive measurable improvements in your organisation. Classroom-based sessions are combined with hands-on team exercises, giving you direct experience of applying Lean Six Sigma to a realistic process improvement project. 

You’ll learn how to define and analyse problems, map and measure processes, and implement structured solutions. The course introduces a clear framework for making changes that improve quality, speed and cost, all grounded in proven methods used across sectors including finance, healthcare and government. 

Whether you’re preparing to lead projects or contribute as part of a wider team, this course gives you the confidence to begin using Lean Six Sigma to make meaningful improvements in your organisation. 

Other Lean Six Sigma courses 

Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt (online): A five-session introduction to the core tools and principles of Lean Six Sigma. 

Programme details

Structure of the Green Belt

The Oxford Lean Six Sigma Green Belt course is delivered in two components:

1. A five-day, classroom-based component focused on practical skills and knowledge of process improvement execution, delivered in Oxford.

2. A self-paced distance-learning component focused on the analytical and statistical aspects of Six Sigma. This online component can be completed up to six weeks after the classroom based course.

During the five-day classroom based component, students gain practical experience of improvement projects whilst working on an extended practical simulation task. During the course students are trained in new tools and techniques and then encouraged to apply them immediately in a practical fashion to the simulation. No prerequisite experience in business process improvement or Lean Six Sigma is required to complete this component of the course.

The distance-learning component focuses on the analytical and statistical tools of Six Sigma. These skills are best learnt in a self-paced manner that provides maximum flexibility for students' learning styles and previous experience. Many students will complete this element of the course in around four days of study, depending on previous experience and learning style.

Attending Your Course 

Further details will be emailed to you two weeks ahead of your course, this will include registration information and an overview of the course timetable.

Please get in touch if you have not received this information within five working days of the course start date. 

In the meantime, you may wish to plan your travel: Travel information

Digital Certification

In order to be eligible for a certificate of attendance, you will need to attend the whole course. Participants who meet this criterion will be emailed after the end of the course with a link, and instructions on how to access their University of Oxford digital certificate.

The certificate will show your name, the course title and the dates of the course you attended. You will be able to download your certificate, as well as share it on social media if you choose to do so.

Fees

Description Costs
Standard course fee £2530.00

Payment

Fees include course materials, tuition, refreshments and lunches. The price does not include accommodation. 

All courses are VAT exempt. 

Register immediately online  

Click the 'Book now' button on this webpage. Payment by credit or debit card is required. 

Request an invoice 

If you require an invoice for your company or organisation, please email us to request an online enrolment form. Payment is then accepted online, by credit/debit card, or by bank transfer. 

Tutor

Dr Rob Collins - Course Tutor

Visiting Fellow

Department of Computer Science, University of Oxford

Dr Rob Collins is a visiting fellow of Kellogg College, Oxford and regularly teaches courses at the University. Dr Collins has taught on the MSc in Software Engineering through Oxford University’s Computing Laboratory for over 20 years. He currently teaches modules on Classical Machine Learning, Software Testing and Safety Critical Systems.

Dr Collins also teaches courses in Artificial Intelligence, Systems Thinking, Agile, Machine Learning, Design Thinking and Business Process Improvement. He regularly provides consultancy to industry in the area of Business Process Excellence, Artificial Intelligence and Systems Engineering. He gained his Black Belt Certification in Lean Six Sigma from Lockheed Martin, the world's largest Systems Engineering company and a world-leader in advanced technology.

As well as his undergraduate degree in Physics and Computing, Dr Collins holds a PhD focussed on training, psychology and processes for introducing complex technology into learning environments. He completed an MBA in 2012 at Henley Business School, and so has a strategic business view as well as deep understanding and practical experience of hands-on process improvement in technology and service.

Application

If you would like to discuss your application or any part of the application process before applying, please click on the 'Ask a question' button at the top of this page.

Accommodation

Although not included in the course fee, accommodation may be available at our on-site Rewley House Residential Centre. All bedrooms are en suite and decorated to a high standard, and come with tea- and coffee-making facilities, free Wi-Fi access and Freeview TV. Guests can take advantage of the excellent dining facilities and common room bar, where they may relax and network with others on the programme.

To check prices, availability and to book rooms please visit the Rewley House Residential Centre website. 

Enrolled students are entitled to discounted accommodation rates for the purpose of study, at Rewley House, and can contact the administration team for the promotional code to use for making online accommodation bookings via the website.

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