Significant process improvements can often be achieved using the structured approach and basic Lean Six Sigma tools covered in Green Belt training. However, for more complex challenges, advanced tools are necessary. Whether you’ve already addressed the low-hanging fruit in your business or require advanced skills from the outset, our Advanced Green Belt Programme is designed to meet those needs.

Programme Structure

The Advanced Green Belt upgrade consists of three modules:

1. Green Belt (described in the Green Belt Course)
2. Data-Driven Insights and Decisions (4 days)
3. Process Measurement and Analysis Techniques (2 days)

Minitab statistical software is used throughout these modules, with Minitab data files provided.

Who Should Attend?

This programme is ideal for:

• Green Belts seeking to upgrade their skill set
• Business analysts
• Quality professionals
• Engineers
• Scientists
• Business consultants
• Managers with process management responsibilities

You will learn how to:

• Present data to engage and influence stakeholders
• Validate the integrity of your data
• Understand proper sampling methods for processes
• Use Statistical Process Control (SPC) Charts
• Assess process capability (Cp/CpK)
• Use appropriate metrics for reporting and improvement
• Analyze process data using various hypothesis and regression tests
• Make informed decisions with data

Learning Outcomes

For Your Business:

• Enhance improvement projects to achieve higher performance
• Foster data-driven decision-making within your organization

For Your Personal Development:

• Gain confidence in using data to understand and analyze processes
• Influence colleagues and stakeholders effectively
• Progress towards Black Belt certification by completing two additional modules: Managing Change and Advanced Black Belt Tools

Course Content

Data-Driven Insights and Decisions (4 Days):

• Introduction to Graphical Analysis:
  • Histograms, segmentation, Pareto, Scatter Diagram, Time Series Plots
  • Minitab skills
• Y and X Measures Identification:
  • Types of Data, Operational Definitions
• Measurement System Analysis:
  • Attribute Agreement Analysis
• Sampling Approaches and Calculations:
  • Sample size considerations
• Process Control Charts:
  • X/Mr, Xbar R/S, P/NP, C/U
  • Tests for special causes
• Process Capability Analysis:
  • Cp and CpK for normal and non-normal data
• Hypothesis Testing:
  • T test, Anova, Proportions tests, Chi Square tests
  • Type 1 and 2 errors
• Regression Analysis:
  • Simple linear regression, residuals analysis, prediction model
• Working with Seasonal and Trending Process Data
• Introduction to Process Simulation

Process Measurement and Analysis Techniques (2 Days):

• Measurement Systems Analysis:
  • Gauge R&R Study, Gauge R Study, Gauge Linearity Study, Gauge Stability/Consistency
• Central Limit Theorem
• Combining Distributions and Data Transformation:
  • Box-Cox transformations
• Advanced Process Capability:
  • Cp/CpK with non-normal data, Pp/PpK, Z.bench, Cpm
  • Six Sigma Score and Sigma Shift
• Six Sigma Measures:
  • DPU, DPMO, Sigma Score
• Multiple Regression:
  • Multicollinearity, VIFs, Rsq, Residuals Analysis, Model building
  • Factorial plots, Prediction, Curvilinear Regression
  • Categorical predictors, Model transformation
  • Introduction to Design of Experiments

Delivery Options

The Advanced Green Belt upgrade is available through:

• Open Training Programme:
  • Virtual classroom sessions
• In-House Training:
  • Physical or virtual classes (configured as 3 days + 3 days)
• Online Programme:
  • Video material covering all technical content, with detailed follow-along instructions on using and interpreting Minitab

Support Pack

For All Delegates:

• 12 months access to online Business Improvement Zone with over 200 short videos
• Printed and PDF copies of course slides
• Access to a named tutor from our team (for online delegates)

Follow-On Options

Upgrade from Advanced Green Belt to Lean Six Sigma Black Belt with additional modules:

• Facilitating and Leading Change
• Advanced Black Belt Tools
• Lean Six Sigma for Innovation and Design (optional for BQF Black Belt certification)

Other Options:

• Project Coaching Support Service