Lean Black Belt:
Transform from Manager to Change Champion
Develop Lean, Digital, Strategic Leadership Skills
Lean Black Belt Training Overview
- Accredited by UL
- €4500 per person
- Mentoring & In Person
- 12 Months (6 x 2 day sessions)
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50% Funding available
for eligibel companies
Black Belt Course Overview
Day 1
1. From Team Member to Team Leader
- Transitioning into management: mindset, relationships, and responsibilities
- Common challenges and mistakes of first-time managers
- What people expect from their manager
2. The Fundamentals of People Management
- Defining people management
- Exploring management vs leadership
- The business impact of great (and poor) managers
3. Understanding People
- Emotional intelligence and self-awareness
- Personal values, strengths, and stress triggers
- Understanding others: empathy, trust, and respect
- Building psychological safety in teams
4. Communication & Influence
- Communication styles: assertive, passive, aggressive, passive-aggressive
- Active listening and non-verbal cues
- Asking powerful, coaching-style questions
SESSION 1
DAY 1
Introduces The LBS Transformation Framework. Here you will learn about the elements that must be inplace to ensure an organisation can successfully embed Lean and Digital Thinking.
Key Learnings:
- Intro to Purpose, Process, Culture, Capability and Management Systems
- How to develop a Lean Transformation Pathway & define the Purpose.
- Hoshin Planning (Kanri).
- Objectives and Key Results
DAY 2
Focuses on the evolution of Lean Thinking. Here you will gain knowledge of the core Lean Principles.Learnings are embedded through an interactive lean simulation. You will also be introduced to the topic ofValue Stream Mapping.
Key Learnings:
- The mindset needed to apply Lean Thinking in the Digital environment.
- The application of Lean Thinking to transform your business.
- How the Lean Principles together can help to shape your “Lean Enterprise“.
- Value Stream Map construction to ensure fulfillment of customer requirements.
SESSION 2
DAY 1
Introduces the DMAIC framework and A3 Methodology which are two of the key elements in problemsolving. This will build the process skill, supporting the organisation’s purpose.
Key Learnings
- The role of structured problem-solving in business transformation.
- Leading a problem-solving culture.
A deep-dive into:
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- problem-solving methodologies
- project management
- A3 thinking
DAY 2
Focusses on the fundamentals of leadership.
Key Learnings
- How leadership is defined.
- Overview of the different types and styles of leadership
- The roles and responsibilities of a leader
- Developing and providing vision
SESSION 3
Day 1
Explores digitalisation, data, and AI: examining how technology transforms organisationalperformance. Through discussion and practical exercises, participants will connect digital tools, systemimplementation, and AI concepts to real-world business challenges.
Key Learnings:
- Understanding what digitalisation means for individuals and organisations.
- Identifying digital requirements and linking them to data-driven decision-making.
- Exploring how AI can be applied effectively in business operations.
- Managing software system implementations using project management principles.
A Deep-Dive Into
- Digitalisation and Data: Definitions, organisational requirements, and the role of data.
- Software Systems Implementation: Key considerations, risks, and complexity management.
- AI in Practice: Practical examples and discussions on readiness and application.
- Project Management: Mapping systems, planning implementations, and learning from case studies.
Day 2
Covers the key challenges of business planning and introduces the topic of sustainability and itsimportance to modern organisations. The use of lean tools in the development of sustainability strategies isexplored.
Key Learnings:
- Create proactive Sales & Operations Plans (S&OP), uniting teams.
- How to develop an Integrated Business Planning process.
- Developing a sustainability strategy
- Benchmarking
- Social Pillars
SESSION 4
DAY 1
Management by Sight including site visit.
DAY 2
Focusses on how to build, manage and retain highly successful teams.
- Knowledge of the fundamental attributes of a team.
- Exploring the stages involved in developing a successful team.
- How to develop and retain a high performing team.
SESSION 5
DAY 1
Leader Standard Work, KATA and Manager as a Coach
DAY 2
People Management: Fundamentals of People Management, Understanding your Management Styleand Essential Management Skills.
SESSION 6
DAY 1
Explores the relationship between ISO Standards and Lean Methodologies.
Key Learnings
- Common ISO Standards
- Key ISO Principles
- ISO Benefits
- PDCA Cycle
- ISO and Lean Thinking
DAY 2
Covers the topic of change management and provides a deep understanding of change. Learners willgain knowledge on how to successfully lead and manage change in an organisation.
Key Learnings
- The fundamentals of change
- Exploring the nature of change
- How to successfully plan and implement change
- Developing a change culture
Our Results Speak for Themselves
FAQ’s
Day 1
1. From Team Member to Team Leader
- Transitioning into management: mindset, relationships, and responsibilities
- Common challenges and mistakes of first-time managers
- What people expect from their manager
2. The Fundamentals of People Management
- Defining people management
- Exploring management vs leadership
- The business impact of great (and poor) managers
3. Understanding People
- Emotional intelligence and self-awareness
- Personal values, strengths, and stress triggers
- Understanding others: empathy, trust, and respect
- Building psychological safety in teams
4. Communication & Influence
- Communication styles: assertive, passive, aggressive, passive-aggressive
- Active listening and non-verbal cues
- Asking powerful, coaching-style questions
Who is the course aimed at?
Managers, supervisors, team-leaders, change agents or continuous improvement leads who drive or overseeimprovement initiatives across their organisation. The learnings can be applied to industries includingmanufacturing, financial services, aviation, ICT, food & beverage and medical devices & pharmaceutical.
Who are the tutors?
Strategy Gene Leonard
Process & Lean Niall Tuite
People & leadership David Graham
Digitalisation Mark Leonard
Sustainability Grainne O’Rourke
How much does it cost?
The baseline cost of the training is €4500. Funding of up to 50% is available for eligible companies throughSkillnets. We are pleased to offer flexible payment options. For detailed pricing and funding options, please getin touch with our team.
Where will the training take place?
The majority of the training will take place at a venue located centrally. Some sessions will take place atothervenues close to where site visits take place. These details will be provided well in advance of the training
What is the time commitment?
Our Lean Black Belt Training is delivered across six two-day sessions. Each session consists of two consecutivedays of training. The duration of the course is 6 months. Participants are expected to complete 40-70 hours ofself-directed hours.
What Kind of Certification Will I Receive?
You will receive a Lean Black Belt certification (Black Belt Six Sigma). This demonstrates your ability to lead andsustain Lean transformations.
The course will be accredited by University of Limerick. NQF level 9 with 6 ECTS credits