Green Belt - virtual training with Smallpeice, commencing July 14th 2020

a division of GP Strategies Limited Lean Six Sigma Green Belt >> new virtual learning programme >> option for full funding via apprentice levy Next programme starts July 14 > blended programme > practical & interactive > accreditation pathway > coaching & support

“Great training! I can’t wait Lean Six Sigma: the proven & powerful to start applying these new business improvement methodology of choice techniques to my project”. Implementing Lean Six Sigma is the proven and powerful strategy used to achieve process excellence and “Everyone should be enhance levels of customer satisfaction with products and services. The focus on delivering improvement educated on this culture. projects as part of the programme ensures significant benefits and return on the training investment. The skills and tools are Furthermore, the combination of structured problem solving, statistical analysis, change and project management relevant to all areas of makes a positive difference to the way teams operate, and helps establish best practice across all areas of the the business”. business. If ever we needed an employee taskforce skilled and equipped to eliminate process waste, eradicate production/operations problems, and create a competitive edge with product & process optimisation – it is now. “Fabulous course and extremely enjoyable. Training specifically designed for virtual learning Great mix of content and exercises”. Built on our reputation and track record for training excellence, this new virtual programme blends together the most powerful components of effective and impactful learning within a structured pathway for achieving assessed and accredited levels of expertise and skill. With additional elements of individual support and coaching, we provide participants with an enhanced learning experience that offers even more value than classic classroom training – and all without the hassle of travelling and ancillary expenses. Masterclass Virtual = even Embedding the Digital Training Qualification Webinars more Value Knowledge Materials Pathway • Live training • Shorter & more • Additional self study • Available in digital • Industry standard via Zoom mimics frequent sessions e-learning modules format for faster accreditation the ‘in-class’ format enhance knowledge supplement the reference, process is rigorous to optimise retention. Learners live webinars. Short to ensure quality interaction & are ‘in the zone’ revision quizzes • Personal learning outputs and dialogue. without distractions check knowledge pathway hosted by accreditation & aid learning user-friendly web- standards based portal .

The training is virtual, . . . the benefits are real > Pure Value Add: > Right Place Right Time: no costly expenses for travel, hotel, upskill teams now ready to tackle the subsistence: your budget gets spent backlog of challenges & problems on pure training when back in the workplace > Training Materials > Enhanced Concentration: Questions are digital for faster reference, learners are ‘in the zone’ or queries? navigation, & access on the go without distractions Please email us at: [email protected] > Bite Sized Chunks: > ‘MyCoach’ Support: shorter & more frequent sessions classroom training has to focus on the overall enhance knowledge retention group; virtual training supports each individual participant > Interactive: virtual group working; individual > Formal Competency Assessment: exercises; direct tutor contact; the blended programme all make it impossible to avoid design and modular approach includes a active participation which in greater focus on checking understanding, turn optimises individual and assessing individual progress skills development

Programme Structure & Roadmap Delegate DEFINE PHASE MEASURE PHASE ANALYSE PHASE IMPROVE CONTROL End Point Onboarding PHASE PHASE Assessment Complete e-Learning modules (60 mins) Complete e-Learning modules (45 mins) Complete e-Learning Access your personal • Intro to Programme & Lean Six Sigma • Overview of the Measure Phase (1 hr 45 mins) Complete e-Learning Complete e-Learning Complete Exam programme portal • Green Belt Certification • Identifying Waste • Overview of Analyse (30 mins) (45 mins) Submit Project • Overview of the Define Phase • Value Stream Mapping & Process Mapping • Root Cause Analysis • Overview of the • Overview of the Download • How to Select Your Project • Graphical Analysis Assessment digital training Activity JULY 24 (09:30 to 12:30) • Hypothesis Testing Improve Phase Control Phase Accreditation kitbox & toolbook • Upload your initial project idea for tutor Masterclass Webinar #3 • Process Analysis • Control Planning • Mapping the Current State & AUG 27 • Mistake Proofing feedback on suitability (09:30 to 12:30) Complete e-Learning Assessing Process Risk (fmea) Webinar #7 (15 mins) SEP 22 JULY 14 (08:30 to 12:30) Activity (13:30 – 14:30) Verifying the Root Cause • Pull & Flow (09:30 to 12:30) Masterclass Webinar #1 • Case Study on Current State Map Case Study Activity Webinar #9 • The Project Charter Facilitated Tutorial (15:00 – 16:00) (13:30 – 15:00) SEP 8 Developing the Control • Problem Statements • Review of case study outputs • Root Cause Analysis (09:30 to 12:30) Plan • SIPOC Maps Tutorial Webinar #8 Case Study Activity • Customer CTQs Knowledge Test (15 mins) (15:15 – 16:45) • Solution Generation & (13:30 – 15:00) • Define Phase in Action • Multi-choice on FMEA • Review case study • Control Plan in Action Activity (13:30 – 15:00) Planning Tutorial • Case Study / Exercise on Define Complete e-Learning modules (15 mins) outputs • Lean Process Design (15:15 – 16:45) Facilitated Tutorial (15:00 – 16:00) • Using Fishbone Diagram (cause & effect) Case Study Activity • Review case study • Review of case study outputs Test (15 mins) (13:30 – 15:00) JULY 29 (09:30 to 12:30) • Multi-choice on Analyse • Future State Mapping outputs Knowledge Test (15 mins) Masterclass Webinar #4 Tutorial • Multi-choice on Define Data Collection Planning (15:15 – 16:45) Test (15 mins) • Review case study • Multi-choice on Control JULY 16 (13:30 – 16:30) Complete e-Learning modules (1 hr) Masterclass Webinar #2 • Basic Statistics: Describing Data outputs SEP 24 (09:30 to 12:30) Leading Change; Project Management; • Introduction to MSA & Minitab Webinar #10 Virtual Teams Test (15 mins) • Managing Resistance Leading & Managing Change AUGUST 14 (09:30 to 12:30) • Multi-choice on Improve • Embedding Change • Project Mgt for Green Belts Masterclass Webinar #5 • Facilitating Handover • Working with Virtual Teams MSA for Manufacturing Projects Activity (13:30 – 15:00) • MSA Case Study Exercise Key Facilitated Tutorial (15:00 – 16:30) • Review of case study outputs Green Shaded Box Indicates self-study e-learning & revision tests Complete e-Learning modules (1 hr) White Shaded Box Indicates live delivery modules, practical case study work & reviews • Intro to Statistical Process Control • Process Capability Blue Shaded Box Indicates optional modules for Transactional delegates AUGUST 19 (09:30 to 12:30) Highlighted Date indicates set dates for live webinar/tutorials via Zoom Masterclass Webinar #6 Process Capability Notes Activity (13:30 – 14:30) Cumulative total of all elements is equivalent to 9 days classroom • Fun Exercise Collecting Data Facilitated Tutorial (14:45 – 15:45) • Review of case study outputs Knowledge Test (15 mins) • Multi-choice on Measure

Fully funded via the Apprentice Levy Please email (Level 4 Improvement Practitioner) levytraining@ smallpeice.co.uk This training can be fully funded via Apprentice Levy which is applicable to companies in England who pay the to request further monthly levy tax. The Smallpeice programme of content fulfils all of the criteria required by the Level 4 details on the Improvement Practitioner standard, and additionally we can independently accredit participants as Green Belts. application criteria and Levy funded The levy funding band for Level 4 Improvement Practitioner also covers the cost of coaching support over a scheme. period of 14 months. This is a major benefit for participants, providing monthly coaching sessions to focus on project work and the wider development of the associated skills and behaviours. Smallpeice is a division of GP Strategies Training Ltd who are OFSTED approved providers of Apprentice Levy programmes, representing over 25 years experience as a funded training provider. With this established funding gateway and quality infrastructure, our clients can now benefit from Smallpeice’s best in class Lean Six Sigma training, at ‘zero cost’ by accessing the levy scheme. Learners Project Coaching The End Point follow a modular Assessment process programme to learn DMA I C & apply the Lean incorporates Sigma & Change Tollgate Reviews exam, project Management toolkit presentation & professional discussion

Each delegate has access to our exclusive online Programme Portal The web-based programme portal provides you with a user friendly system to support all aspects of the programme. Your Sponsor, Manager and Coach will also be able to access the portal – ensuring that they can stay close to your progress and provide support. Following your programme enrolment you will be sent log-on details and a password. You can access the portal via your PC, laptop, phone – the interface is intuitive and easy to use. Portal Features • All information regarding your programme is accessible via your Learning Pathway Portal • Provides guidelines for each phase of activity: training preparation & project activity • Download documents and templates to use in your project work • Direct communication link to your tutor • Access to the post training knowledge tests • Dashboard summary and display of your progress through the DMAIC stages

How to Book • Please email Smallpeice at [email protected] with your enquiry/requirements. Our experienced Lean Six Sigma booking team will then contact you for a virtual meeting to discuss any queries and the next steps. • Following enrolment, we will onboard participants to the programme platform which will provide a detailed menu of activities and preparation. Fees • The cost per participant for the full Green Belt programme including accreditation is £1950 + VAT. • For levy funded enrolments, there are no additional fees or costs to pay: please contact us via [email protected] to discuss the requirements and onboarding process. Schedule of Dates • The training programme consists of LIVE MASTERCLASS WEBINAR DATES a series of live masterclass webinars on specific dates. Please ensure you July August September can attend these dates & sessions. Jul 14: 08:30 – 16:00 Aug 14: 09:30 – 16:30 Sep 8: 09:30 – 16:45 • Supplementary online learning Jul 16: 13:30 – 16:30 Aug 19: 09:30 – 15:45 Sep 22: 09:30 – 16:45 elements are completed in sequence with the webinars, but at a time to Jul 24: 09:30 – 16:00 Aug 27: 09:30 – 16:45 Sep 24: 09:30 – 12;30 suit each learner. Jul 29: 09:30 – 12:30 • The web-based portal provides each learner with a clear ‘menu’ of Additional online learning continues in sequence with the webinars learning and activities to work through as the programme progresses. Technology Platforms • The live webinars are conducted via Zoom which is freely accessible without software installation or license costs. We implement specific security processes to ensure the attendance is carefully controlled. • The programme portal is web-based and also does not require any license or cost. This platform is a well established part of our curriculum and operates from a fully secure system.

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