Programme Objectives
The Lean Engineer / Lean Professional Postgraduate Programme is designed to educate modern process improvement professionals who are capable of analysing, improving, and optimising value-creating business processes in both manufacturing and service environments.
The programme provides comprehensive knowledge of Lean management principles, the philosophy of the Toyota Production System, waste identification and elimination techniques, value stream analysis and design, as well as the organisational and leadership aspects of Lean transformation. Through practical learning experiences, participants gain hands-on experience in applying Lean methods, including Standard Work, 5S, Visual Management, Line Balancing, Kanban, Heijunka, Lean Logistics, and Process Simulation.
A strong emphasis is placed on practical application through laboratory exercises conducted in the Lean Laboratory, the development of process-oriented thinking, performance measurement, the implementation of Hoshin Kanri and KPI systems, maintenance management, and digital manufacturing environments. Participants also gain an introduction to digital process improvement technologies and their practical applications.
Upon successful completion of the programme, graduates will be prepared to support and lead Lean improvement projects, analyse and redesign value streams, implement waste reduction initiatives, and contribute as experts to operational excellence and continuous improvement in manufacturing and service organisations.
Knowledge and Competencies Acquired
Graduates will develop expertise in:
- Lean management principles and methodologies
- Toyota Production System (TPS) philosophy and Lean system thinking
- Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and Value Stream Design
- Waste identification and elimination techniques
- Standard Work, 5S, and Visual Management
- Lean logistics and pull-based production systems
- Lean performance measurement, KPI systems, and Hoshin Kanri
- Process modelling and process simulation methods
- Maintenance management and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)
- Digital manufacturing solutions supporting Lean implementation
- Building and sustaining a culture of continuous improvement
- Planning and leading Lean transformation initiatives
Knowledge Areas Covered
The programme covers the following topics:
- Fundamentals of Lean Management
- Modern manufacturing and service systems
- Analysis of value-added and non-value-added activities
- Practical exercises and simulations in the Lean Laboratory
- Line balancing, takt time, cycle time, and Standard Work
- Kanban, Heijunka, supermarket systems, and Lean logistics
- Lean transformation, Lean roadmaps, and leadership roles
- Organisational behaviour, Lean leadership, and change management
- Performance measurement, Lean accounting, and benchmarking
- Process modelling and business process simulation
- Industry 4.0, Industry 5.0, and Artificial Intelligence applications supporting Lean implementation