Our collaborations
Global partners we collaborate with
The Lean Six Sigma Company collaborates with 14 partners in 9 countries: universities and business schools such as RSM Erasmus University, Mannheim Business School and the University of Bedfordshire, quality networks such as WCPE, PEN and CCE, and specialists such as Minitab and Bureau Veritas. Together we develop courses, exchange research and set the standard for Lean Six Sigma worldwide.
Why we collaborate
Advancing the field of Lean Six Sigma
Strong partnerships keep our methodology sharp. Learning institutions contribute research and academic depth, quality organisations connect us with professionals who want to improve their organisations, and technology partners strengthen the data driven core of every project.
Each collaboration serves a clear purpose: exchanging knowledge, creating new Lean Six Sigma programmes and promoting operational excellence in the regions where our partners are at home. The results are visible in co-created courses such as the Black Belt Excellence Programme with RSM and the Black Belt Data Engineer course with Mannheim Business School
Academic depth
Seven universities and business schools align our curriculum
with current research and industry developments.
Regional reach
We partner with several Excellence networks around the world that have selected The Lean Six Sigma Company as their training provider. Through these partnerships, our certified Lean Six Sigma courses reach organisations and professionals across the globe.
Certified quality
Every programme follows the ISO 18404 and ISO 13053
standards, recognised in more than 40 countries.
Academic partners
Universities and business schools
Seven learning institutions across Europe co-develop and host our programmes. These collaborations connect students and executives with practitioner led Lean Six Sigma training and keep our curriculum aligned with current research.
University of Bedfordshire
Since 2013 we deliver open enrolment Lean Six Sigma courses for professionals and executives together with the University of Bedfordshire, hosted at the historic Putteridge Bury campus.
RSM Erasmus University
With Rotterdam School of Management we present the Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Excellence Programme. Advanced Black Belt training meets a leadership component crafted by RSM, so graduates lead improvement as well as they analyse it.
Mannheim Business School
Together with Mannheim Business School we created the Black Belt Data Engineer course. We bring Black Belt level Lean Six Sigma expertise, the school adds its focus on process mining, and participants gain a skill set built for the future of data engineering.
NOVA FCT
NOVA School of Science and Technology, founded in 1977, ranks among the leading engineering and science schools in Portugal and Europe. Together we created the academic Lean Excellence course.
EAE Business School
Our Spanish team delivers the Lean Six Sigma modules within the Master in Supply Chain Management at EAE Business School, connecting graduate education with certified process improvement skills.
Hogeschool Rotterdam
Students at Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences follow our specialised Green Belt courses, entering the job market with practical process improvement skills already in hand.
AP University of Applied Sciences
With Artesis Plantijn University of Applied Sciences in Antwerp we give students a thorough understanding of Lean Six Sigma principles through a dedicated Yellow Belt programme.
Regional partners
Quality and excellence networks
Excellence networks in Spain and the United States selected The Lean Six Sigma Company as their training provider. Through them, certified Lean Six Sigma courses reach organisations and professionals across entire regions.
WCPE
The Wisconsin Center for Performance Excellence (WCPE) collaborates with The Lean Six Sigma Company to help organisations across Wisconsin improve quality, efficiency, and performance. As Wisconsin’s Baldrige Performance Excellence Program partner, WCPE selected The Lean Six Sigma Company as its Lean Six Sigma training provider for WCPE members.
PEN
Performance Excellence Network (PEN) partners with The Lean Six Sigma Company to bring practical Lean Six Sigma training to organisations across Minnesota and the Dakotas. Together, we help members streamline operations, eliminate waste, and improve productivity through convenient online and in-person programmes.
CCE
The California Council for Excellence (CCE), California’s official Baldrige-based performance excellence programme, partners with The Lean Six Sigma Company to help organisations achieve operational excellence. Together, we provide Lean Six Sigma education that helps businesses improve processes, reduce errors, and strengthen competitiveness across California.
Madrid Network
Madrid Network connects companies, research institutions, and innovation partners across Spain to strengthen competitiveness and collaboration. Together with The Lean Six Sigma Company, it promotes the value of Lean Six Sigma as a driver of operational excellence and innovation.
Quality Excellence
Quality Excellence (UK) works with The Lean Six Sigma Company to combine ISO auditing, compliance expertise, and operational improvement with Lean Six Sigma training and coaching. Together, we help organisations improve quality management, reduce waste, and build a culture of continuous improvement.
Specialist partners
Certification and technology partners
Two global specialists complete the picture: one certifies and trains customers worldwide, the other powers the statistical heart of every Lean Six Sigma project.
Bureau Veritas
Bureau Veritas and The Lean Six Sigma Company have formed a valuable collaboration. The Lean Six Sigma Company delivers Lean Six Sigma courses tailored to Bureau Veritas’ customers. This partnership ensures that Bureau Veritas clients have access to top-tier training in process improvement methodologies, enhancing their ability to meet quality and efficiency standards in various industries.
Minitab
Bureau Veritas and The Lean Six Sigma Company have formed a valuable collaboration. The Lean Six Sigma Company delivers Lean Six Sigma courses tailored to Bureau Veritas’ customers. This partnership ensures that Bureau Veritas clients have access to top-tier training in process improvement methodologies, enhancing their ability to meet quality and efficiency standards in various industries.
At a glance
All partnerships in one overview
The complete list of collaborations of The Lean Six Sigma Company, grouped by partner type.
| Partner | Type | Country | Collaboration |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Bedfordshire | University | United Kingdom | Open enrolment courses, since 2013 |
| RSM Erasmus University | Business school | Netherlands | Black Belt Excellence Programme |
| Mannheim Business School | Business school | Germany | Black Belt Data Engineer course |
| NOVA FCT | University | Portugal | Academic Lean Excellence course |
| EAE Business School | Business school | Spain | Lean Six Sigma in Master Supply Chain Management |
| Hogeschool Rotterdam | University of applied sciences | Netherlands | Green Belt courses for students |
| AP University of Applied Sciences | University of applied sciences | Belgium | Yellow Belt programme for students |
| WCPE | Excellence network | United States, Wisconsin | Training provider for members, Baldrige partner |
| Performance Excellence Network | Excellence network | United States, Minnesota & Dakotas | Online and in person courses for members |
| California Council for Excellence | Excellence network | United States, California | Courses for Californian organisations, Baldrige partner |
| Madrid Network | Innovation network | Spain | Joint promotion of Lean Six Sigma |
| Quality Excellence UK | Audit & compliance | United Kingdom | Combined ISO and Lean Six Sigma services |
| Bureau Veritas | Certification body | Italy & Chile | Tailored courses for customers |
| Minitab | Technology partner | Global | Statistical software for LSS projects |
Frequently asked questions
Questions about our partnerships
1. Who does The Lean Six Sigma Company partner with?
The Lean Six Sigma Company collaborates with 14 partners in 9 countries. These include universities and business schools such as RSM Erasmus University, Mannheim Business School, the University of Bedfordshire and NOVA FCT, quality and excellence networks such as WCPE, PEN, CCE and Madrid Network, and specialist partners such as Minitab and Bureau Veritas.
2. Why does The Lean Six Sigma Company collaborate with universities?
Academic collaborations keep the curriculum aligned with the latest research and industry developments. Universities contribute scientific depth and leadership components, while we contribute practitioner expertise, certified course material and experienced trainers. The result is programmes such as the Black Belt Excellence Programme with RSM and the Black Belt Data Engineer course with Mannheim Business School.
3. Are certifications from these collaborations internationally recognised?
Yes. All courses follow the ISO 18404 and ISO 13053 standards for Lean Six Sigma competence and project quality. Certifications are recognised in more than 40 countries.
4. Can my institution co-develop a programme with The Lean Six Sigma Company?
Yes. Several partner programmes were co-created, including the Lean Excellence course with NOVA FCT and the Black Belt Data Engineer course with Mannheim Business School. Use the contact button at the bottom of the page and our team will explore the possibilities with you.
International presence
Where we are active
The Lean Six Sigma Company supports organisations in the United Kingdom and around the world, pairing local expertise with global reach. Our local experts know Lean Six Sigma inside out and speak the language, culture and context of your region.