Study Guide

Objective

After completing this course, you know the basics of lean six sigma and the use of these in business processes. You recognise the potential to enhance workflows and processes in your own environment. You learn to use basic tools and techniques of lean six sigma by using simulation games. You can analyse and solve problems with Lean Six Sigma methods and tools. You also can do systematic development work in business process via six sigma DMAIC-method.

Content

- Lean and Six Sigma principles
- Methods and tools in practice by playing different LEAN simulation games
- Development work and problem solving in business processes and the use of different methods
- Basics of standards ISO 13053-1 and -2

Location and time

On campus

Materials

Lecturer notes, given articles. Standard ISO 13053- 1 and -2, given book chapters, video links.

Teaching methods

The aim is to learn the principles of Lean and Six Sigma by playing different LEAN simulation games. The course will introduce different methods and tools that can be used in development work and problem solving in company's business processes. The course will also give knowledge of the basics of standards ISO 13053-1 and -2.

Evaluation scale

H-5