Kaizen Fundamentals

Understanding and applying Kaizen principles for continuous improvement

Course Overview

This course provides learners with an understanding of Kaizen philosophy and the practical tools used to drive continuous improvement. Learners will explore the Kaizen mindset, Kaizen events, improvement suggestion systems, standard work, visual management and the Plan-Do-Check-Act cycle. The course is suitable for anyone seeking to apply Kaizen in their team or organisation.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand the philosophy and principles of Kaizen
• Apply the Plan-Do-Check-Act cycle to improvement activities
• Participate in and contribute to Kaizen events
• Apply 5S to create and sustain a well-organised workplace
• Develop standard work and visual management tools
• Submit and evaluate improvement suggestions
• Support a culture of continuous improvement

Course Structure (4 topics, 12 lessons)