Lean Six Sigma
Description
ABOUT THE CERTIFICATE
Lean Six Sigma is a proven strategic tool that delivers value for customers, generates returns for shareholders, and improves the workplace environment. This certificate will build your capability in Lean Six Sigma and empower you to bring meaningful change to your organization. Topics include understanding quality and its relationship to business strategy, statistical concepts associated with quality, the process of change management, and the Lean Six Sigma approach to business process improvement.
This certificate will benefit business professionals in all industry sectors and business functions, working at different levels: business analysts, managers, consultants, engineers, and senior executives responsible for marketing and sales, production and operations, information technology, and strategic management.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
- Apply Lean Six Sigma DMAIC methodology.
- Understand the advanced tools and techniques of Lean Six Sigma.
- Know how to implement or retool a quality management program.
- Adopt tools and techniques to help lead people through change.
BENEFITS
- Use Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control (DMAIC) methodology and tools to improve product and service quality and create value for stakeholders.
- Understand the change management and leadership skills needed to achieve excellence.
- Take the first step towards achieving the American Society for Quality's (ASQ) Green Belt certificate in Six Sigma.
REQUIRED COURSES
Choose either:
- 2699 Foundations of Quality & Process Excellence
OR both of the following courses:
- 2699A Introduction to Lean Six Sigma Methods
- 2699B Applying Lean Six Sigma Methods
AND both of the following two (2) courses:
- 2700 Lean Six Sigma Essentials
- 2544 Advanced Lean Six Sigma Techniques
Certificate Requirements
You have three years from the start date of your first course to complete the certificate. Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) may be granted for 2699 Foundations of Quality & Process Excellence.
Overview

- Institution: University of Toronto
- Program type: Certificate
- Language: English
- Program Code:
- Delivery Method: Fully Online/Distance
Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.