The qualification consists of 3 mandatory units. The mandatory units will help you gain skills and knowledge in the following areas: 

Unit 1: Lean Organisation Techniques in Business

• Section 1: The features of a lean environment
• Section 2: Performing a productivity needs analysis
• Section 3: Devising a map of a process

Unit 2: Business Improvement Techniques

• Section 1: The principles of the Kaizen strategy
• Section 2: The principles underpinning organisation of a business environment
• Section 3: Using visual indicators to make improvements to the work environment
• Section 4: Eliminating variance from workplace processes.

Unit 3: Effective Teamwork in Business

• Section 1: The features of an effective team
• Section 2: Working effectively within a team
• Section 3: What is required of a team leader.

You don’t need to have any specific prior learning requirements to take this course.

To complete this distance learning course at no charge you will need to match the following entry criteria:

• Are a resident of the EEU (European Economic Area) and have been for at least 3 years
• Will be undertaking your learning within England
• Are aged 19 or above
• There are no formal entry requirements for this course but you will find it helpful to have a good standard of English and maths
  

Studying via Distance Learning means you can choose when and where you study.

We recommended allowing a minimum of 3 hours per week to study this course in your own time.

This course is available:

• Fully online with online learning materials