Day 1: Introduction to ISO 13053 and initiation of a Six Sigma project
Introduction to Six Sigma and the process approach
Normative frameworks and methodologies related to Six Sigma
Fundamental principles of Six Sigma
Quantitative Methods in Process Improvement (QMPI)
Understanding the recommendations of ISO 13053 clause by clause
Day 2: Define and Measure phase of Six Sigma projects
Six Sigma infrastructure within an organization
Six Sigma personnel, their roles, and training requirements
Six Sigma process mapping and tracking
Creation of data collection plan
Implementation of data collection plan
Day 3: Analysis and Improvement according to Six Sigma
Data analysis in a Six Sigma project
Process analysis in a Six Sigma project
Cause and effect analysis
Six Sigma project prioritization and selection
Generating, selection, and implementing solutions
Day 4: Six Sigma control, continuous improvement and audit
Controlling and monitoring a Six Sigma project
ISO 13053 Internal Audit
Tools and techniques used for Six Sigma according to 13053-2
Preparing for an ISO 13053 audit
Day 5: Certification Exam
Prerequisites
ISO 13053 Foundation Certification or a basic knowledge of ISO 13053 or Six Sigma is recommended
Educational approach
This training is based on both theory and practice
Sessions of lectures illustrated with examples based on real cases
Practical exercises based on a full case study including role playing and oral presentations
Review exercises to assist the exam preparation
Practice test similar to the certification exam
Benefit from the practical exercises, the number of training participants is limited
Examination and Certification
The “PECB Certified ISO 13053 Lead Implementer” exam fully meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP). The exam covers the following competence domains:
Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of Six Sigma
Domain 2: Six Sigma best practice based on ISO 13053
Domain 3: Six Sigma define phase based on ISO 13053
Domain 4: Six Sigma measure phase based on ISO 13053
Domain 5: Six Sigma analyze phase based on ISO 13053
Domain 6: Six Sigma process improvements based on ISO 13053
Domain 7: Six Sigma process control based on ISO 13053
Domain8: Preparing for a Six Sigma audit
The “PECB Certified ISO 13053 Lead Implementer” exam is available in different languages (the complete list of languages can be found in the examination application form)
Duration: 3 hours
After successfully completing the exam, participants can apply for the credentials of PECB Certified ISO 13053 Provisional Implementer, PECB Certified ISO 13053 Implementer or PECB Certified ISO 13053 Lead Implementer, depending on their level of experience
A certificate will be issued to participants who successfully passed the exam and comply with all the other requirements related to the selected credential
For more information about ISO 13053 certifications and PECB certification process, refer to PECB section on ISO 13053 Lead Implementer Certification
General Information
Exam and certification fees are included in the training price
A student manual containing over 450 pages of information and practical examples will be distributed to participants
A participation certificate of 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued to participants
In case of failure of the exam, participants are allowed to retake the exam for free under certain conditions
Taken from PECB <https://pecb.com