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Six Sigma Methodology + Microsoft Project Planner / Primavera 6

Categories: Project Management
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About Course

Drive Quality. Eliminate Defects. Deliver Projects with Precision.”

This comprehensive training combines the Six Sigma methodology with Microsoft Project Planner (Microsoft Project) and Primavera P6 to help professionals improve quality, reduce process variation, and successfully manage projects from initiation to completion. Participants will learn to apply the DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control) framework alongside industry-leading project scheduling and resource management tools.

The course is ideal for organizations seeking to improve operational efficiency while delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards

Course Objectives

By the end of the training, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the principles and philosophy of Six Sigma.
  • Apply the DMAIC methodology to solve business and project challenges.
  • Identify and eliminate process waste, defects, and inefficiencies.
  • Use statistical tools for data-driven decision-making.
  • Develop project schedules using Microsoft Project Planner.
  • Build and manage enterprise-level schedules in Primavera P6.
  • Integrate Six Sigma improvement initiatives into project planning and execution.
  • Monitor project performance using KPIs and quality metrics.
  • Perform risk assessment and mitigation planning.
  • Improve productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction.

Course Benefits

Participants will gain the ability to:

  • Improved problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Reduced defects and operational waste
  • Higher productivity and process efficiency
  • Better project planning and scheduling
  • Enhanced quality management capabilities
  • Improved resource utilization
  • Stronger risk management practices
  • Data-driven decision-making
  • Increased customer satisfaction
  • Greater career opportunities in quality, operations, engineering, and project management
  • Practical, hands-on experience with Microsoft Project Planner and Primavera P6
  • Preparation for organizational continuous improvement initiatives and Six Sigma certification pathways (e.g., Yellow Belt, Green Belt, and Black Belt)
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What Will You Learn?

  • Module 1: Introduction to Six Sigma
  • • History and evolution of Six Sigma
  • • Lean vs Six Sigma
  • • Six Sigma principles
  • • Benefits of Six Sigma
  • • Customer-focused quality
  • • Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ)
  • • Roles and responsibilities
  • • Belt certification overview
  • Module 2: Six Sigma DMAIC Framework
  • Define
  • • Project Charter
  • • Voice of Customer (VOC)
  • • Critical to Quality (CTQ)
  • • SIPOC Diagram
  • • Stakeholder Analysis
  • Measure
  • • Process Mapping
  • • Data Collection
  • • Measurement System Analysis
  • • Baseline Performance
  • • Process Capability
  • Analyze
  • • Root Cause Analysis
  • • Fishbone Diagram
  • • Pareto Analysis
  • • Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
  • • Hypothesis Testing
  • Improve
  • • Brainstorming
  • • Kaizen Events
  • • Pilot Implementation
  • • Solution Validation
  • • Optimization Techniques
  • Control
  • • Control Plans
  • • Control Charts
  • • Process Monitoring
  • • Standard Operating Procedures
  • • Continuous Improvement
  • Module 3: Microsoft Project Planner
  • • Creating projects
  • • Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
  • • Task Dependencies
  • • Milestones
  • • Calendars
  • • Resource Allocation
  • • Cost Planning
  • • Baselines
  • • Progress Tracking
  • • Reporting Dashboards
  • Module 4: Primavera P6
  • • Enterprise Project Structure (EPS)
  • • Organizational Breakdown Structure (OBS)
  • • WBS Development
  • • Activity Planning
  • • Scheduling Techniques
  • • Resource Loading
  • • Cost Loading
  • • Baseline Management
  • • Earned Value Management
  • • Portfolio Management
  • • Risk Analysis
  • • Project Reporting
  • Module 5: Integrating Six Sigma with Project Management
  • • DMAIC within the project lifecycle
  • • Managing Six Sigma improvement projects
  • • Planning improvement initiatives in Microsoft Project
  • • Scheduling quality improvement projects in Primavera P6
  • • Resource optimization
  • • Quality planning
  • • Cost reduction strategies
  • • Risk-based decision-making
  • • Performance measurement
  • Module 6: Quality and Performance Metrics
  • • Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
  • • Sigma Level Calculation
  • • Process Yield
  • • Defect Rate
  • • Cycle Time
  • • Throughput
  • • Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
  • • Schedule Performance Index (SPI)
  • • Cost Performance Index (CPI)
  • • Customer Satisfaction Metrics
  • Module 7: Practical Workshops
  • Participants will complete practical exercises on:
  • • Creating a Six Sigma Project Charter
  • • Developing a SIPOC Diagram
  • • Process Mapping
  • • Root Cause Analysis
  • • Building a Microsoft Project schedule
  • • Developing a Primavera P6 project plan
  • • Resource optimization
  • • Cost tracking
  • • Dashboard creation
  • • Case study analysis