Professional Certificate in Lean Six Sigma Black BeltPathway to Leading Lean Six Sigma practitioner

Aims and ObjectivesLean Six Sigma Black Belt leaders are the key change agents within an organization, facilitating improvement, leading successful teams and accelerating results-oriented initiatives. This programme aims at preparing for developing the students’ professional knowledge as Qualified Lean and Six Sigma practitioner – Lean Six Sigma Black Belt / Six Sigma Black Belt. It is designed to train up students to have a thorough understanding on Lean and Six Sigma philosophies and principles, including supporting systems and tools. He/She would be capable of implementing quality improvement projects and solving quality problems.

Successful graduates of this programme will be qualified to enroll in the Professional Diploma in Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt.

Programme Features• The programme is developed according to the syllabus of world class associations - International Six Sigma Council (ISSC) and

American Society of Quality (ASQ). • This is a unique programme with a mix of Quality Management, Lean and Six Sigma Process Improvement. This programme is

developed for quality professionals who wish to advance their career. • The programme is taught by Lean and Six Sigma practitioners. Students will learn the real world application cases in class.

Programme Structure and CurriculumThis programme consists of 4 modules of a total of 120 hours :

Module 1 Statistical Analysis for Business 30 hoursModule 2 Six Sigma Project Management 30 hoursModule 3 Lean Foundation 30 hoursModule 4 Quality Management 30 hours

This programme is conducted through lectures, practical training session, project and group work, etc.

Medium of Instruction Classes are conducted in both English and Chinese. The programme materials and all assessments will be in English.

Navigating L ifelong Learning啟導終生學習 引領人生旅程

Programme code: 133-40121

Hong Kong Qualifications FrameworkThis Programme is recognized under the Hong Kong Qualifications Framework and has been Listed in the Qualifications Register by the Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications (HKCAAVQ).- QF Level: Level 3 - QR Registration No.: 13/000249/L3- Validity Period: from 26 April 2013 to 31 December 2016

HKQR official website : www.hkqr.gov.hk

Module SyllabusFor the syllabus of each module, please refer to our programme website: www.cityu.edu.hk/ce/lssbb/module_syllabus for details.

持 續 進 修 基 金Continuing Education Fund

院校編號：106

www.scope.edu

Professional RecognitionGraduates can apply for "Certified Six Sigma Black Belt" certification assessment to achieve the professional six sigma status granted by the International Six Sigma Council (ISSC). Graduates also have the opportunity to apply for exemption of the written examination component of certification for "Certified Six Sigma Black Belt", with examination results up to satisfactory score determined by ISSC. More information will be available to students towards the completion of this programme.

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Assessment and Award Assessment is based on a combination of coursework and examination.The overall passing mark of each module is 50% (including both coursework and examination). Participants must pass both coursework and examination for each module and achieve a minimum of 70% overall attendance in order to obtain the certificate.

持 續 進 修 基 金Continuing Education Fund

院校編號：106

Fees Application fee : HK$140 (non-refundable)Course fee : HK$28,000 (total) payable by 2 installments1st installment : HK$14,000 payable upon admission2nd installment : HK$14,000 payable before March 2014

Course fees paid are non-refundable and non-transferrable, except for unsuccessful application.

Continuing Education Fund (CEF)This programme has been included in the list of reimbursable courses for Continuing Education Fund purposes. Eligible applicants will be reimbursed 80% of the course fees, subject to a maximum sum of HK$10,000, on successful completion of the programme. For more information, please visit the government's website: www.sfaa.gov.hk/cef/ or call the government's 24-hour hotline at 3142 2277.

Commencement 9 November 2013

Application Deadline1 November 2013

ApplicationApplication forms are obtainable from CityU-SCOPE learning centres or from our website: www.cityu.edu.hk/ce/lssbb/app_form

Application form must be completed and accompanied by :1. Copies of academic certificates and transcripts and/or relevant professional qualifications in support of your application. 2. Application fee in the form of a crossed cheque or cashier’s cheque made payable to “City University of Hong Kong”.

Enquiries School of Continuing and Professional Education (CityU-SCOPE)Location : LG/F, Academic Exchange Building, City University of Hong Kong, Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon, Hong KongTel : 3442 2090 / 3442 5806Fax: 3442 0399 Email: team2@scope.eduWebsite : www.cityu.edu.hk/ce/lssbb

Admission RequirementsApplicants should meet the following criteria:a) Holders of the HKDSE examination with Level 2 or above in 5 subjects, including Chinese Language and English Language with at

least 3 years of work experience; or

b) Holders of the HKALE with grade E or above in 2 subjects with at least 3 years of work experience; or

c) Holders of a post-secondary certificate at QF level 3 or equivalent plus at least 1 year of work experience; or

d) Mature applicants at the age of 23 or above plus at least 2 years of work experience in relevant areas such as Six Sigma, Quality Management and Lean Management.