Project Management with Concentration in Lean Six Sigma
Project Management with Concentration in Lean Six Sigma
Learn project management process improvements emphasizing efficiency, quality and customer satisfaction. Formats: Online | In-Person
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What you can learn.
Enhance your project management skills.
This nine-course certificate provides a solid foundation in project management with a focus on Lean Six Sigma—methodologies based on the values of the Lean management model from Toyota and Six Sigma process improvement strategies from Motorola—to drive success.
Students will gain practical skills such as process mapping, root cause analysis and statistical process control to identify and eliminate inefficiencies, reduce defects and enhance performance. Additionally, participants will lead and facilitate cross-functional teams; foster collaboration and innovation; ensure effective communication and enable stakeholder engagement.
The curriculum was designed for professionals in operations, manufacturing and supply chain management seeking to implement Lean Six Sigma for improved processes and outcomes. Courses are taught by industry experts and have been endorsed by both the UCLA Anderson School of Management and UCLA Samueli School of Engineering.
Duration: 9 months (full time), 2 years (part time)
Format: Online & In-Person
The Project Management Certificate with Concentration in Lean Six Sigma is the combined version of the following individual programs:
This certificate is approved for international students to study full time in the U.S. on an F-1 visa.
International students must meet English language proficiency requirements for admission into the program.
While most certificate programs begin each quarter, some have limited intakes for students studying on F-1 visa. Find this program on the Browse Certificate Programs page to confirm entry quarters before applying.
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Cost and Fees
International Student Fees
How to Get Started
Courses in this program are open enrollment, and each class is paid for individually. You may take courses without committing to the program; however, establishing candidacy provides many benefits exclusive to our certificate students.
We recommend starting with the first course, MGMT X 444.1 Fundamentals of Project Management, and taking subsequent courses in the order listed above, if possible.
How to Apply
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- Once you are logged into the student portal, you can select “My Applications” from the left side menu at any time to return to your application. Click the yellow “Start” button to proceed.
- On the Certificate Application page, follow the instructions and click save. Then submit your application.
- Proceed to checkout and pay the nonrefundable candidacy fee to finalize your application.
Benefits exclusive to UCLA Extension certificate students:
- Free access to Handshake, UCLA Career Center’s online job board, with access to thousands of job and internship postings.
- Become a member of the UCLA Alumni Association (upon completing your certificate) and a nationwide network of Bruin family. Plus gain access to the networking platform UCLAOne.
- Join us for the annual UCLA Extension Graduation Ceremony on campus to celebrate all your hard work.
- Get access to UCLA Recreation facilities as a student affiliate.*
- Open an affiliate/Guest UCLA Bruin ID Card* for a number of student-related benefits.
- Access to UCLA Extension’s Career Resources including career advising, workshops and networking events.
Exam Preparation Course
Prepare for the popular PMP® examination with a concentrated and structured review of the key project domains and required knowledge to pass the exam. This course does not apply to toward the certificate.
Project Management Professional (PMP)® Exam Preparation
Typically Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
Required Courses
Project Quality and Leadership
This course will train you on quality approaches to meet and exceed customer satisfaction, and communication strategies to develop a high-performing project team.
Project Risk and Procurement Management
Every project comes with risks, especially those contributed externally from vendors. This course will train you on the essential risk and procurement management processes to minimize negative impacts on your project objectives.
Fundamentals of Project Management
Gain the skills to manage your daily projects efficiently and effectively. This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the foundational framework that underpins all successful projects, along with essential tools, techniques, and knowledge necessary for achieving optimal project outcomes.
Elective Courses
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