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    Overview

    What's Included

    Course Highlights

    Eligibility Criteria

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    What Is Lean Project Management Training?

    A Practical Route to Leaner Delivery

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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 New Zealand

    Who Can Enrol?

    What You Gain from Lean Project Management

    Skills That Show up in Your Delivery

    Who Should Take Lean Project Management Training in New Zealand?

    • 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 Career

    Roles and Demand in New Zealand

    Lean Project Management skills are increasingly valued across New Zealand as employers work to lift productivity and get more from constrained project budgets. From dairy and healthcare manufacturing to construction, IT and the public sector, organisations want professionals who can streamline delivery and remove waste, and Lean Project Management training builds exactly that capability. Demand spans project coordinators and analysts through to continuous improvement managers, operations leaders and Lean consultants, and here is what the market looks like right now.

    What Is Driving Demand for Lean Skills in New Zealand

    Lean Project Management is a practical capability, not just a course. Build the skills New Zealand employers are hiring for and make your projects leaner from day one.

    Your New Zealand Lean Transformation

    From Where You Are to Leaner Delivery

    The Shift Lean Project Skills Deliver

    New Zealand organisations are under real pressure to lift productivity and get more from every project. The gap between teams that just work harder and teams that work leaner is widening. Here is the side of that line Lean Project Management skills put you on.

    Sources: Seek, PayScale, SalaryExpert (New Zealand) 2026.

    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 New Zealand 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 Course

    Practical Lean Tools You Can Apply at Work

    Across 11 modules you gain hands-on command of the Lean tools that make projects leaner and more predictable. By the end you can map value, remove waste, solve problems and drive continuous improvement on live projects.

    Waste Identification and Elimination

    In Lean Project Management Training you will learn to identify the different types of waste in project processes and apply techniques to eliminate them, so work flows faster and cleaner.

    Value Stream Mapping

    Build current-state and future-state value stream maps to see where value is created and lost, and pinpoint the biggest opportunities to improve delivery.

    Lean Tools in Practice

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

    Continuous Improvement with PDCA

    Use the Plan-Do-Check-Act cycle to embed continuous improvement into projects and turn one-off fixes into a sustained way of working.

    Lean Problem Solving

    Solve project problems with A3 thinking and DMAIC, putting countermeasures and preventive actions in place to stop issues recurring.

    Lean Planning, Delivery and Leadership

    Develop Lean project plans and schedules, optimise resources during execution, and lead teams to build a lasting Lean culture.

    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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    NZD 1350

    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

    For Lean Project Management Training in New Zealand

    Invensis Learning delivers practical, instructor-led Lean training for individuals and teams across New Zealand. Our programmes combine experienced, accredited trainers, hands-on Lean tools and real-world case studies with flexible live virtual and on-site delivery. Whether you are building your own capability or upskilling a whole team, we focus on skills you can apply from day one, backed by ISO-certified quality and information security standards and support at every step.

    • Experienced, industry-accredited trainers with real Lean and delivery expertise
    • Live virtual and on-site formats to fit New Zealand schedules and time zones
    • Practical, case-study-led training you can apply on the job immediately
    • ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management and ISO 27001:2022 information security
    • Structured courseware built by subject matter experts
    • Dedicated learner support before, during and after training
    • Corporate and group training customised to your sector
    • Trusted by professionals and organisations across 100+ countries

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    Lean Project Management Training Locations in New Zealand

    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 New Zealand

    Blanket Bay, 4191 Glenorchy-Queenstown Road, Glenorchy 9372, New Zealand

    Lean Project Management Training Location in New Zealand

    Rosewood Matakauri, 569 Glenorchy-Queenstown Road, Closeburn 9371, New Zealand

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    For Teams in New Zealand

    • Upskill entire project, operations and quality teams in Lean delivery
    • Customised training built around your sector and real project scenarios
    • Flexible on-site, live virtual or blended delivery for teams across New Zealand
    • Experienced trainers with hands-on Lean and process improvement expertise
    • Standardise Lean practice and a shared improvement language across business units
    • Progress tracking, assessments and dedicated coordination for group programmes
    • Scalable delivery for teams in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and beyond

    Trusted by Leading Enterprises in New Zealand

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    Lean Project Management Training is a practical, foundation-level programme that applies Lean principles to project management. You learn to define customer value, streamline workflows, eliminate waste and drive continuous improvement using tools such as Value Stream Mapping, Kanban, 5S, PDCA, A3 and DMAIC.