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    Overview

    What's Included

    Course Highlights

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    What Is Lean Project Management Training?

    A Practical Route to Leaner Projects

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    What's Included in Your Lean Project Management Training

    • 11-module curriculum covering Lean tools, planning, execution and leadership

    • 16 hours of instructor-led training over two days

    • Coverage of Value Stream Mapping, Kanban, 5S, Poka-Yoke, PDCA, A3 thinking, DMAIC and Kaizen events

    • Value stream mapping templates, 5S guides, A3 worksheets and PDCA cycle tools

    • Exercises and scenario-based simulations

    • 16 PDUs on completion of the training

    • Course completion certificate from Invensis Learning

    Key Highlights

    of the Lean Project Management Training Course

    Lean Project Management Training Eligibility in United Kingdom

    Who Can Enrol?

    Why Practical Lean Skills Pay Off

    Value You Can Apply from Day One

    Who Should Take Lean Project Management Training in United Kingdom?

    • Project Managers

    • Project Leaders

    • Business Analysts

    • Quality Assurance Managers

    • Operations Managers

    • Lean Practitioners

    • Process Improvement Professionals

    • Team Leads

    • Executives

    • Product Managers

    • Agile Practitioners

    Where Lean Skills Take Your UK Career

    Roles, Demand and Hiring Sectors

    The skills from Lean Project Management training are in demand across the UK wherever organisations need to deliver more with less. From manufacturing and aerospace to the NHS, consulting and financial services, employers want professionals who can streamline workflows, cut waste and drive continuous improvement. Roles span Lean Project Manager, Continuous Improvement Manager, Operations Manager and Process Improvement Lead, and here is what the market looks like right now.

    Why UK Employers Need Lean Project Skills Now

    Lean project skills help you deliver more value with less waste. Join UK professionals building leaner, faster and more efficient projects with Invensis Learning. Start your journey today.

    Your UK Lean Project Transformation

    The Difference Lean Thinking Makes to Your Work,

    See Where You Stand and Where You Go

    Across the UK, organisations reward people who can deliver more with less. Here is what changes when you bring Lean tools and a continuous improvement mindset to your projects.

    Sources: Indeed, Glassdoor, PayScale (UK) 2026; NHS England productivity plan 2025/26.

    Module 2: Waste Identification and Elimination

    • Understanding the eight types of Lean waste including defects, overproduction, waiting, non-utilised talent, transport, inventory, motion, and extra-processing
    • Techniques for identifying waste in project workflows, processes, and resource utilisation
    • Structured approaches to eliminating waste and creating leaner, higher-value project delivery processes

    Module 3: Value Stream Mapping

    • Introduction to value stream mapping as a Lean analysis and planning tool
    • Creating current-state and future-state value stream maps to visualize project and process flow
    • Using value stream mapping to identify bottlenecks, waste areas, and improvement opportunities in project delivery

    Module 4: Continuous Improvement (PDCA)

    • The Plan-Do-Check-Act cycle and its role in driving continuous improvement across projects and operations
    • Applying PDCA to project planning, execution, monitoring, and review activities
    • Building a culture of continuous improvement through structured iteration and learning loops

    Module 5: Identifying Value and Customers

    • Defining value from the customer's perspective and aligning project outcomes with customer needs
    • Stakeholder mapping and understanding internal and external customer requirements in project contexts
    • Techniques for prioritising value-adding activities and reducing effort on non-value-adding steps

    Module 6: Lean Tools and Techniques (Kanban, 5S, Poka-Yoke)

    • Introduction to key Lean tools including Kanban boards, 5S workplace organisation, Poka-Yoke error-proofing, and Kaizen events
    • Practical application of Kanban for project workflow visualization and work-in-progress management
    • Using 5S for structured workplace organisation and Poka-Yoke to reduce defects and errors in project processes

    Module 7: Lean Project Planning and Execution

    • Applying Lean principles to project planning including scope definition, scheduling, and resource allocation
    • ull-based planning techniques and last planner system approaches for project execution
    • Managing project execution through visual controls, daily stand-ups, and flow-based delivery methods

    Module 8: Lean Problem Solving (A3, DMAIC)

    • Introduction to the A3 problem-solving framework and its structured approach to root cause analysis and countermeasure development
    • Overview of the DMAIC methodology (Define, Measure, Analyse, Improve, Control) and its application to Lean project improvement
    • Practical problem-solving exercises using A3 thinking and DMAIC frameworks applied to project and process scenarios

    Module 9: Lean Leadership and Teamwork

    • The role of Lean leadership in creating a culture of continuous improvement, respect for people, and waste reduction
    • Leading Lean project teams through change, coaching team members, and sustaining Lean practices over time
    • Building cross-functional collaboration, psychological safety, and shared accountability in Lean project environments

    Module 10: Managing Delivery

    • Lean approaches to project delivery management including flow monitoring, bottleneck resolution, and performance measurement
    • Key delivery metrics in Lean project management and how to use them to track progress and drive improvement
    • Managing scope, schedule, and quality in Lean project delivery while minimising waste and maximising customer value

    Module 11: Lean Project Case Studies

    • Real-world case studies demonstrating how Lean Project Management has been applied across manufacturing, healthcare, IT, and service delivery sectors
    • Analysis of successful Lean transformations, lessons learned, and the role of Lean tools and leadership in achieving project outcomes
    • Group discussion and reflection on how case study insights can be applied to participants' own project and workplace contexts

    Course Curriculum

    of the Lean Project Management Training

    The online Lean Project Management training course curriculum in the United Kingdom is structured across eleven modules, taking learners from foundational Lean principles through to advanced problem-solving, leadership, and real-world case application.

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    Skills You Will Build in This Lean Programme

    Practical Lean Tools You Can Use at Work

    This Lean Project Management course gives you hands-on skills to streamline workflows, eliminate waste and deliver more value. By the end, you can apply core Lean tools to real projects and lead continuous improvement with confidence.

    Identify and Eliminate Waste

    Spot the different types of waste in project processes and use Lean techniques to strip out non-value-added activity, so your projects run faster and cost less.

    Map Value Streams

    Build current-state and future-state value stream maps to see how work really flows, expose bottlenecks, and target the biggest opportunities for improvement.

    Apply Core Lean Tools

    Put Kanban, 5S and Poka-Yoke to work on real project scenarios to optimise processes, visualise flow and error-proof the steps that matter most.

    Drive Continuous Improvement

    Use the PDCA cycle to embed continuous improvement, turning one-off fixes into a sustained habit across your projects and your team.

    Solve Problems the Lean Way

    Apply A3 thinking and DMAIC to reach the root cause of project problems and put countermeasures in place that stop them coming back.

    Plan and Deliver Lean Projects

    Develop Lean project plans and schedules, optimise resources and manage delivery, so milestones are met with minimal waste and maximum value.

    Lean Project Management Training Modes

    for Professionals and Teams

    We offer flexible training formats designed to suit different learning preferences, schedules, and professional goals. Whether you prefer self-paced learning or a structured, corporate, instructor-led experience, choose the option that best supports your skill development journey through the best Lean Project Management online training options available.

    Lean Project Management Classroom Training

    • Instructor-led classroom sessions

    • Interactive discussions and group activities

    • Real-world examples and practical exercises

    • Structured learning with fixed schedules

    • Opportunities for peer networking and collaboration

    • Practice assessments and knowledge checks

    • Dedicated Q&A and concept clarification

    • Immediate trainer feedback and support

    Learn through face-to-face sessions led by experienced instructors in a collaborative classroom environment. This In-person Lean Project Management training format combines expert guidance, peer interaction, and hands-on activities to create an engaging learning experience.

    Best For: Learners who prefer in-person interaction, structured schedules, and collaborative learning experiences.

    Lean Project Management Corporate Group Training

    • Customised training aligned to organisational goals

    • Flexible delivery: onsite, virtual, hybrid, or blended

    • Scheduling tailored to business availability

    • Role-based examples and industry-relevant discussions

    • Progress tracking and learner assessments where applicable

    • Dedicated coordination and administrative support

    • Consistent learning experiences across teams

    • Scalable delivery for local, regional, or global workforces

    Designed for organisations that want to build capabilities at scale, standardise knowledge, and support workforce development through customised team learning initiatives and Lean Project Management training for companies.

    Best For: Organisations looking to upskill employees, address capability gaps, and deliver consistent training across teams.

    Lean Project Management Focused 1-to-1 Training

    • One-to-one instructor attention

    • Customised learning plans and objectives

    • Flexible scheduling based on availability

    • Personalized feedback and coaching

    • Additional focus on challenging topics

    • Targeted practice and revision support

    • Faster clarification of questions and concepts

    • Learning pace is adapted to individual needs

    Receive personalized instruction tailored to your goals, pace, and learning requirements through dedicated sessions delivered by a Lean Project Management training institute.

    Best For: Professionals seeking personalized guidance, accelerated learning, or focused support to achieve specific outcomes.

    Lean Project Management Live Virtual Training

    Lean Project Management Live Virtual Training

    Live online instructor-led sessions

    Interactive discussions and virtual activities

    Expert guidance from experienced trainers

    Practice assessments and revision support

    Dedicated Q&A sessions for concept clarification

    Fixed schedules for accountability and momentum

    Small batch sizes for personalized attention

    Access from any location with internet connectivity

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    GBP 590

    Please Note: Attend fully interactive Weekday Lean Project Management training sessions from anywhere while benefiting from real-time instructor guidance and collaborative learning experiences.

    Best For: Professionals seeking the flexibility of online learning without compromising on live instructor interaction.

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    Why Choose Invensis Learning in the UK

    Expert-Led Training That Sticks

    As a leading Lean Project Management training company, Invensis Learning delivers practical, instructor-led Lean training for professionals and teams across the UK who want to streamline projects and embed continuous improvement. Our trainers are accredited practitioners who bring real-world Lean experience into every session, blending core principles with industry-driven case studies and interactive exercises. Whether you learn online in a live virtual classroom or bring the training onsite for your team, you get organised courseware, hands-on tool practice, and learner support focused squarely on applying Lean at work.

    • ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 27001:2022 certified training provider
    • Accredited, industry-experienced trainers who have applied Lean in practice
    • Live online and onsite delivery to fit your schedule
    • Practical, case-study-led sessions built around real project scenarios
    • Full 11-module Lean syllabus with hands-on tool practice
    • Dedicated learner support before, during and after training
    • Customised corporate training for teams across the UK
    • 60+ professional courses and a truly global training footprint

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    Over 5000 five star reviews

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    Lean Project Management Training Locations in United Kingdom

    Instructor-led in-person Classroom training is available for group batches. All other public cohorts are delivered as Instructor-led Live Virtual. See available cohorts

    Lean Project Management Training Location in United Kingdom

    Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons, A Belmond Hotel, Oxfordshire Church Rd, Great Milton, Oxford OX44 7PD, United Kingdom

    Lean Project Management Training Location in United Kingdom

    The Gleneagles Hotel, Auchterarder PH3 1NF, United Kingdom

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    For Teams Across the UK

    • Customised Lean training for teams of any size
    • Delivered onsite or via live virtual classroom across the UK
    • Schedules built around your team's availability
    • Role-based, industry-relevant Lean case studies and exercises
    • Experienced trainers with hands-on continuous improvement expertise
    • Progress tracking and dedicated coordination for group training
    • A shared Lean language across projects, operations and quality

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    Lean Project Management applies Lean principles to project management to deliver more customer value by streamlining workflows, eliminating waste and optimising resources. It uses tools such as Value Stream Mapping, Kanban, 5S, PDCA and A3 thinking to build a culture of continuous improvement across the project life cycle.