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Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt (add-on)

This pre-Palooza training provides an opportunity to get up to speed on the Lean Six Sigma process improvement methodology before the big Process Palooza event! 

  • Date: Tuesday, March 28, 2023 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location: UC San Diego Price Center
  • Cost: $150 ($75 for UCSD affiliates)
  • Lunch: included

DESCRIPTION:

This high-energy, interactive training uses a hands-on group experiential learning simulation to explore process improvement tools—including the DMAIC model (Define-Measure-Analyze-Improve-Control), value stream mapping, Lean 5S, data analysis tools, and process sigma—to apply the concepts of Lean Six Sigma in real-time.

Upon completion of the course, participants are Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt practitioners prepared to share and apply tools and skills to bring efficiencies to their workplace.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Common language of process improvement and Lean Six Sigma
  • Tools of process improvement and how to apply them in any setting
  • Ability to identify “Non-Value Added” activities and "Waste" in processes
  • How imprecise, ambiguous information can stall process improvement
  • Measure and analyze data to identify opportunities for improvement
  • Leverage “Voice Of Customer” into any initiative
  • Tools: Process Observation Sheet, Run Charts, Histogram, VSM deep dive, future state planning, piloting changes. 

Additional Requirements:

  • Participants are strongly encouraged to view the White Belt introductory video: https://youtu.be/nl4vNpt-oak
  • This is a high-energy training and some participants will be required to physically move across the room. Comfortable attire is recommended.

Instructors

antonio-nava.pngAntonio Nava

Antonio serves as a Program Analyst on UC San Diego’s Office of Operational Strategic Initiatives team. Antonio is responsible for managing the Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt program, as well as supporting IdeaWave. Antonio has worked in higher education since 2006 in various capacities including Registrar Operations, institutional effectiveness and engagement, and program management. Antonio graduated from UCSD in 2007 with a degree in Theatre, and is keenly focused on affecting culture among staff and students. He was a leading member of Toastmasters for a number of years, created and maintained a student organization, and founded a networking committee in a previous university which launched several events aimed at addressing organizational silos.