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5. PF6035: Lean Six Sigma for BioPharma

Course Fact File

Code	PF6035: Lean Six Sigma for BioPharma
Duration	12 weeks
Teaching Mode	Part-Time. See Additional Teaching Mode Information for more info.
NFQ Level	Level 9
Fees	€2,500 - HCI Subsidy Initiative See Fees and Costs for full details.
Closing Date	15/01/2025
Venue	Blended delivery.
Credits	10
Start Date	24/01/2025

Outline

Module Goal

To provide students with the foundations of Lean Six Sigma continuous improvement methodology at a yellow belt level.

Module Content

• Introduction to Lean Six Sigma and Lean principles
• Application of Lean
• Identification and classification of waste
• Lean Tools and Practices including Kanban, POUS, Spaghetti Diagrams, 5S and Standard Work
• Value Stream Mapping
• Kaizen
• PDSA/PDCA and A3 Thinking in Lean
• Introduction to A3 and A3 process
• Team communication
• Project management for team members
• DMAIC continuous improvement tool
• Problem solving and root cause analysis

Additional Teaching Mode Information

• 10 x hr(s) workshops

Practicalities

Continuous Assessment - 200 marks

• Assignment - 3,000 word written assignment including reflective log (100 marks)
• Presentation (100 marks)

Why Choose

On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:

1. Examine Lean Six Sigma, principles and applications in a manufacturing environment.

2. Participate effectively in continuous improvements projects through the application of DMAIC methodology to continuous improvement projects.

3. Distinguish and classify waste in a pharmaceutical environment using structured waste analysis.

4. Appraise material and information flow in an organisation through a value stream map.

5. Investigate and trouble-shoot complex manufacturing issues using structured problem solving and root cause analysis techniques.

Requirements

Applicants must have at least

• Second Class Honours Grade 2 in a primary honours’ degree (NFQ, Level 8) in any of the following relevant subject areas: chemistry, biology, biochemistry, physiology, pharmacy, pharmaceutical sciences or science, healthcare science, technology, or process engineering. Eligible applicants may also be invited for an interview.
  • Selection from among eligible applicants will be made according to the following criteria: 
    • Performance in their primary degree
    • Personal statement
    • Consideration under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) may also be given to applicants who do not meet the above entry requirements but who have relevant professional experience in a suitable field. To demonstrate relevant professional experience, applicants will be assessed on the following criteria and an interview may also be required. 
      1. Academic achievement
      2. Relevant industry experience
      3. Personal statement
      4. Reference

Fees and Costs

The HCI Pillar 3 Micro-credential Learner Fee Subsidy has been introduced to enable more learners to address critical skills gaps and engage with lifelong learning.

The fee for this micro-credential is €2,500 but applicants who meet the subsidy requirements can attend this micro-credential for €500.

Check your eligibility on the HEA Website

How To Apply

Please select the following options during your online application (once you have created your profile)

 

Start a new Micro-credentials application by selecting as below

In the application level tab select the College of Medicine and Health, and then select the programme/module you'd like to apply for

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