Lean Sigma Systems
This Masters Black Belt programme was designed in collaboration with leading Irish companies to create graduates with the understanding of and capability for both the theory and practical application of quality management tools and techniques, particularly in the areas of Lean and Six Sigma. Graduates of this course will be considered Master Black Belts in Lean and Six Sigma.
Graduates of this course will be considered Master Black Belts in Lean and Six Sigma.
Key Fact
The MSc in Lean Sigma Systems is 80% funded through the Generation Apprenticeship scheme for those in employment
Subjects taught
Year 1 - Lean Systems
Semester 1
1.Lean Thinking/Lean Tools 1
2.Leadership and Change Management
Semester 2
3.Lean Thinking/Lean Tools 2
4.Lean Project / Lean Healthcare Project
Year 2 - Six Sigma
Semester 3
5.Quality Science Statistics
7.Advanced Quality Statistics
Semester 4
• Problem Solving Tools & Techniques
• Six Sigma Project
• Enterprise Improvement Project
Semester 5
• Enterprise Improvement Project
Application dates
Application Deadlines
Taught Programmes
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basies but specific programmes have individual closing dates which can be found on our on-line prospectus
Research Programmes
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis for research programmes. The applications for Research programmes are review each month by the Postgraduate Research Committee.
Duration
2-3 Years, Part Time, Blended
Fees
The cost of the programme is €14,000. This is payable in 4 equal installments of €3,500 over 4 semesters. There are 2 semesters per year. If an applicant has previously completed a Specialist Diploma in Lean or Six Sigma from U.L, their fee will be reduced accordingly.