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Lean Six Sigma at Berkeley

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Lean Six Sigma at Berkeley: Empowering Campus Excellence

At the Business Process Management Office (BPMO), we are committed to driving operational excellence. We have partnered with The Lean Six Sigma Company to provide a world-class, internationally recognized certification, equipping individuals with the tools needed to improve processes, increase efficiency, and reduce waste. Through this training, we foster a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring Berkeley remains at the forefront of innovation and service excellence.

Why Lean Six Sigma Matters at UC Berkeley

Lean Six Sigma empowers individuals to take a proactive approach to problem-solving, allowing them to identify inefficiencies and deliver measurable improvements in their day-to-day work. By embedding Lean Six Sigma principles into our operations, Berkeley can continuously evolve, meet the needs of our students, faculty, and staff, and operate with high levels of efficiency.

Available Trainings

Lean Six Sigma Fundamentals for Process Improvement: White Belt Certification
 

We all want our work at Berkeley to be impactful, but inefficient processes often get in the way. In this practical introduction, you’ll learn how Lean Six Sigma can help transform everyday work into something smoother and more effective. We'll break down the fundamentals of Lean, Six Sigma, and the DMAIC process so you can spot waste in your daily work, understand your role in process improvement, and identify opportunities to make things better.

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What You'll Learn

  • Explain Lean Six Sigma history: Describe the basic principles and origins of Lean and Six Sigma.
     
  • Identify key terminology: Recognize and define essential Lean Six Sigma terms and concepts.
     
  • Understand campus improvement value: Explain why process improvement is important for Berkeley's community and operations.
     
  • Reflect on campus inefficiencies: Think critically about common inefficiencies you may encounter at Berkeley.
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Who Should Attend

Lean Six Sigma (LSS) White Belt training is open to anyone who wants a foundational understanding of process improvement. Whatever your role or department, this free online training introduces the core concepts and vocabulary of Lean Six Sigma so you can contribute to improvement efforts and speak the same language as your team.

How to Take the Course

Take the free online course here.

Lean Six Sigma YELLOW BELT Training

Our Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt program is designed for anyone at UC Berkeley (CalNet ID required) who wants to actively contribute to improving how the university functions. This program provides the foundation you need to apply Lean Six Sigma methodologies to streamline processes and solve problems in your area.

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What You'll Learn

  • Core Lean Six Sigma Principles: Understand the fundamentals of Lean (waste elimination) and Six Sigma (reducing variation) to enhance efficiency and process quality.
     
  • Hands-On Process Improvement: Gain practical skills for mapping workflows, identifying process bottlenecks, and improving service delivery.
     
  • Problem-Solving Tools: Learn to use essential Lean Six Sigma tools such as the 5 Whys, Cause-and-Effect diagrams, and Process Mapping to drive improvements in your department.
     
  • Continuous Improvement Culture: Discover how Lean Six Sigma can help you create a culture of continuous improvement, where small, incremental changes lead to significant, lasting impact.
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Who Should Attend

Lean Six Sigma (LSS) Yellow Belt training is open to all individuals at UC Berkeley who are interested in or involved in process improvements. Regardless of what department you're part of, this program provides the skills you need to optimize workflows and create efficiencies within your unit.

External audiences interested can contact us at bpmo@berkeley.edu to discuss training options.
 

How to Register

Join us in transforming UC Berkeley into an institution that leads not only in education but also in operational innovation and service delivery.

Register here. 

External audiences interested can contact us at bpmo@berkeley.edu to discuss training options.