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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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This program is perfect for...

Professionals looking to improve processes, patient outcomes, organizational efficiency and effectiveness
Managers and executives who want to understand and implement Lean Six Sigma methodologies to drive project success
Project managers interested in incorporating Lean Six Sigma methodologies to deliver value to customers and stakeholders
Individuals pursuing careers in project management, operations management or quality management

What you can learn.

Apply Lean Six Sigma principles and practices to manage projects effectively and efficiently
Lead and facilitate cross-functional teams in process improvement initiatives; foster collaboration; ensure stakeholder engagement
Use tools and techniques to identify and eliminate inefficiencies, reduce defects and improve process performance
Use Lean Six Sigma metrics and reporting to track and improve project progress
Develop and implement Lean Six Sigma projects using the DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control) methodology

Enhance your project management skills.

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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:

International Students

This certificate is approved for international students (F-1 student visa).

Students participating in courses offered solely by UCLA Extension must meet the English Language Requirements outlined below. Any international student interested in taking classes on UCLA’s main campus must adhere to the English Requirements outlined for UCLA courses.

Acceptable tests and minimum scores

Scores that are equal to or higher than the listed minimum scores from the following tests, taken within the past two years, can satisfy the English proficiency requirement.

TOEFL: 80 (iBT)
IELTS: 6.5
iTEP: 4.5
CAE: B (CEFR C1)
CPE: C (CEFR C2)
TOEIC: 685
DUOLINGO (DET): 105

While no other type of test score is accepted in general, students who are affected by test center closures may request an exception to submit an alternate test score.

International Baccalaureates (IB) students or students currently enrolled in an academic institution where the primary language of instruction is English may submit an official academic transcript or verification of enrollment from their school as proof of English proficiency.

Learn more:

International Students: How to Apply

Academic Requirements & English Language Proficiency

Courses

Click below to view the required and elective courses, if applicable, for this program.

Required (8)

Elective (1)

Required Courses

The Project Management with Concentration in Lean Six Sigma program consists of 8 required courses and one elective course. It is recommended that students take the Capstone course last, in order to apply all learned concepts into a final project. Additionally, students can take the optional 4-day exam prep course to prepare for the Project Management Professional (PMP)® Exam. However, the 4-day PMP Exam Prep course is not part of the certificate program.

Fundamentals of Project Management

MGMT X 444.1

Typically Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer

Project Schedule and Cost Management

MGMT X 444.2

Typically Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer

Project Quality and Leadership

MGMT X 444.3

Typically Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer

Project Risk and Procurement Management

MGMT X 444.4

Typically Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer

Project Management Capstone

MGMT X 444.6

Typically Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer

Six Sigma Green Belt

MECH&AE X 428.69

Typically Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt I

MECH&AE X 428.80

Typically Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt II

MECH&AE X 428.90

Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

Elective Courses

Students must complete 1 elective course.

Agile Methodologies with Scrum and Kanban

MGMT X 446.1

Typically Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer

Agile Frameworks, Including Disciplined Agile, XP and Lean SD

MGMT X 446.2

Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

Scaled Agile Approaches

MGMT X 446.3

Typically Offered: Winter, Summer

Leadership and the Human Element in Project Management

MGMT X 443.4

Typically Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer

Managing Global Outsourced Projects

MGMT X 443.5

Typically Offered: Winter, Summer

Controlling Change for On-Site Projects

MGMT X 443.8

Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

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.

Note: A grade of "C" or better must be earned in all courses in order to fulfill certificate requirements.

Establishing Certificate Candidacy

How to Apply

Click the Apply Now button below.
Login or create a new student account.
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.

Certificate Student Benefits

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.

*Fee Required

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

Estimated Cost Breakdown

All courses in this program are paid for individually, unless otherwise noted. An application form is required to establish candidacy in this program. From the 'Apply Now' button, complete the online application and pay the application fee if applicable.

Application & Candidacy Fee

150.00

Estimated Program Tuition

9000.00

Estimated program textbook/materials

250.00

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*The Application & Candidacy Fee establishes your candidacy in the program for a period of time covering normal progress toward completion and may allow you to access a variety of program benefits.

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