Lean Sigma Manager - Apprenticeship

Program Overview

This work-based Master's program in Lean and Six Sigma combines workplace learning with higher education, preparing graduates as Master Black Belts in Lean and Six Sigma. It includes modules in leadership, lean thinking, problem-solving, and quality science, supported by company visits, mentoring, and forums. Open to NFQ level 8 (2.2) graduates or those with relevant experience and advanced study capabilities.

Program Outline

Outline:

Year 1

• Leadership & Change Management
• Lean Thinking & Lean Tools 1
• Lean Thinking & Lean Tools 2
• Lean Systems Project

Year 2

• Problem Solving Skills & Techniques
• Quality Science Introduction
• Quality Science Advanced
• Six Sigma Project
• Enterprise Improvement Project

Community of Practice

Alongside your modules you will be participating in the Community of Practice (CoP).

• Company Visits - including uploading your individual and group reports
• Mentoring - recording your meetings with your mentor
• Forums

Careers:

Graduates of this programme will be considered Master Black Belts in Lean and Six Sigma.

Other:

• This is a work based education programme which supports the development of the Lean & Sigma knowledge base amongst practitioners in organisations.
• It combines learning in the workplace with learning in a higher education institute.
• Participants should hold a NFQ level 8 at minimum level 2.2 in a relevant area.
• Applicants with a lower qualification may also be considered provided they can prove to have considerable industrial experience as well as evidence of the ability to study at Masters Level.