Dates: 11-16 April 2021
Price: € 650
Lean Six Sigma is the methodology that allows NGOs to raise effectiveness. The successful implementation of the Lean Six Sigma tools can allow an organization to produce more results with the same amount of resources.
Lean Six Sigma methodology is widely used by the largest international companies which appreciate the value they can receive by implementing the set of relevant tools. Tools in the Lean Six Sigma training can be applied both to the organizations and projects. These tools can increase the effectiveness of any work you do.
During the training, you will learn how to plan the inner processes of the organization and its projects in order to reach the highest quality of work. Lean Six Sigma stands for continuous improvement. The methodology shows the way even for the most successful companies to become more effective. Lean Six Sigma consists of a number of tools that allow to reduce costs and at the same time – improve quality!
Join us today and try principles, tools, and cases of Lean Six Sigma!
Program
Sunday: Arrival Day
The arrival of participants. There will be no sessions on Sunday.
Monday: Introduction
On Monday we start with the introduction and learning more about each other, the group's learning needs.
Tuesday-Thursday: Sessions
Sessions on Lean Six Sigma methodology. The sessions are structured in the following way:
- Explanation of the philosophy behind Lena Six Sigma
- Describing the possibilities of the successful implementation
- Learning about the content of the methodology and the examples of the tools that can be applied for structuring the work process in the organization and project management.
- Exploring the theory and provision of the opportunities to practice new knowledge and skills – you will be able to apply what you have learned.
- A number of experiences from the practice will be discussed during the training. You will be encouraged to apply new knowledge and skills to your own working environment and see how you can contribute from the methodology.
- The trainer will share a number of tools of Lean Six Sigma that can be also applied within the organizations. Tools of Lean Six Sigma are usually the methods that can be used to make the organization more effective.
Thursday: Closing Remarks
Discussion of the ways how Lean Six Sigma methodology can be used in the particular job of each participant. Closing remarks.
Friday: Free Day
There will be no activities on Friday so participants can decide what they would like to do.
Travelling after the course (Optional)
If you took extra days in the city - we could offer mini-trips with sightseeing to nearby countries after the course. Travelling is offered for an additional fee and includes tickets and one night stay. Click here to learn more. Please let us know in your application form if you are interested.
The training is certified. All participants who successfully accomplish the training will be provided with certificates.
The training is conducted by an experienced business trainer, Lean Six Sigma specialist holding an MBA degree. The training is based on the program taught by business schools during MBA studies but adjusted to be more understandable and clear for beginners.
Accommodation and Meals
All the participants are provided with accommodation in Amsterdam for the whole period of the course. The type of accommodation is a shared room for 2 people. The accommodation in a single room can be arranged for an additional fee – please see the additional services section. Participants have access to the kitchen which they can use. The accommodation is well connected by public transport with all the tourist places in Amsterdam. During the program, the trainings will be conducted in the classroom which is in walking distance from the accommodation. Participants will be provided with a detailed description of the venue and the information on how to reach it from the airport.
We offer comfortable accommodation where you can stay during the program and fully enjoy your time in Amsterdam!
Accommodation is provided for the dates of the program. If you arrive 1-2 days earlier or leave later – extra nights can be provided for an additional fee. Please email us in advance to ask about availability.
Meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and coffee-breaks) are included in the price – please see price section.
Dates and Price
| Dates | Price |
| 1-week program: 11-16 April 2021 | € 650 |
The price includes:
- Program (including all the materials)
- Accommodation (shared room for 2)
- Meals (breakfast, lunch and coffee-breaks)
Tickets to and from The Netherlands are not included in the price.
Prices for Additional Services
- Transfer from/to the airport (one-way): € 50
- Single room: € 100
Visa
If you want to travel to the Netherlands you might need a visa. Here you could determine whether you need a visa. Please tick “90 days or less” in the first question. Or just send us an email and we will advise you.
If you need a visa to The Netherlands – Click here
Usually, visa type required to attend our courses: Short-term business visa. But it would be better to make a double check at you local Consulate / VFS Center. We provide a standard visa invitation letter for our applicants after the receipt of a guarantee deposit from the applicant.
Step 1
Please go to your local Consulate / VFS website and make an appointment. Sometimes you can make an appointment only 1-2 months in advance. We recommend doing that as soon as possible and then proceed to Step 2.
Step 2
Please learn more about the list of all the required documents (usually, those documents are listed on the website of your local Consulate / VFS. This list also includes visa invitation letter that we send. Usually, we send a visa invitation letter within 1-3 days after receiving the required pre-payment from the applicant.
Step 3
With the full list of documents and completed visa application form, you have to go to the local Consulate/VFS on the appointment day and submit them. The fee for the visa might differ depending on the country where you apply. VFS might also apply an extra charge for their services.
We strongly recommend to check all the documents before the submission and make sure you provide the correct information to the Consulate and in that case you most probably will receive a visa without any difficulties.
If you have any questions, we would be happy to assist at any stage of your application!