Strategic Quality Management, Lean Sigma Systems - MSc
Key information
Enhance your quality management expertise and develop strategic and transferable business skills to improve your career opportunities with UL’s two-year, part-time Master of Science in Strategic Quality Management, Lean Sigma Systems.
Designed in conjunction with several leading Irish companies to meet the general standards expected of a Master Black Belt holder.
The programme equips professionals with the advanced tools and leadership skills needed to lead Lean and Six Sigma transformation initiatives.
You will explore Lean thinking, change management, quality science, and Six Sigma methodologies, resulting in real-world enterprise improvement projects.
With a strong focus on data-driven decision-making and organisational impact, the programme supports students in delivering measurable improvements aligned with strategic goals in manufacturing, healthcare, and service environments.
The MSc in Strategic Quality Management, Lean Sigma Systems can also be taken as an Executive Apprenticeship, in collaboration with the company in which you are employed. The apprenticeship route offers up to 80% fees paid by SOLAS & HEA. Find out if you are eligible for apprenticeship funding.
During this programme, you will
- Gain an understanding of the theory and practical application of quality management tools and techniques with particular emphasis on Lean and Six Sigma
- Acquire specific quality management skills in the Lean and Six Sigma domains and in strategic and transferable business skills.
- Produce a business standard, Enterprise Improvement Project, based on an understanding of the processes involved in Six Sigma Systems.
- Complete a substantial piece of work that realises a significant benefit for your organisation’s strategic and operational direction.
