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Lead your team to successfully implement process improvement

Empower yourself as an operational manager, supervisor, team leader, leading hand, or emerging leader with our 6-month fully funded short course. Learn to effectively implement business improvement processes including Lean, 5S and process mapping to enhance efficiency, productivity, and profitability in your organisation.

The Leading Competitive Systems and Practices Course empowers experienced manufacturers and technicians with essential skills to drive workplace-based learning and foster continuous improvement. This fully funded program equips participants with the knowledge to implement Lean and other competitive systems principles, tools and techniques, facilitate knowledge transfer, and lead improvement initiatives. By applying these competencies, leaders can enhance operational efficiency, develop robust succession plans, and create clear career pathways within the manufacturing sector. The course not only strengthens current leadership capabilities but also lays the groundwork for ongoing CSP leadership and implementation into the future.

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Master the essentials of leading competitive systems and practices through this comprehensive six-module course.

Course structure

This short course includes the following modules:

Module 1 – Accepting the Challenge

Module 2 – Preparing To Implement Competitive Systems and Practices

Module 3 – Leading Competitive Systems and Practices Improvement Projects

Module 4 – Embracing And Leading Change and Innovation

Module 5 – Leading Successful Teams

Module 6 – Training And Developing People for Improvement

Accredited training

The following competencies will be delivered during the course, providing you with valuable skills that can be immediately applied in your role, though it’s important to note this is a cluster of units of competency, not a recognised qualification or skill set.

MSS403057

Map an operational process

MSMSUP390

Use structured problem-solving tools

MSS405078

Lead and manage people within competitive systems and practices

MSS403058

Facilitate breakthrough improvements

MSS403014

Facilitate team engagement with competitive systems and practices

BCBCMM412

Lead difficult conversations

Program delivery

This comprehensive program combines personalised support, interactive workshops, and workplace implementation to ensure maximum learning transfer and practical application of new skills:

  • Initial phone contact to welcome participants and assess Language, Literacy, Numeracy, and Digital competency
  • Virtual overview workshop to introduce the course
  • Six (6) interactive training workshops (face-to-face), up to 4.5 hours each
  • Course goals meeting with each participant and their manager/mentor
  • Minimum of two (2) site visits to plan and implement improvement activities
  • Three to four (3-4) structured one-on-one coaching and support sessions
  • Progress Review Meeting with each participant and their manager/mentor

Program highlights

Expertly delivered by Leadership Management Australia (RTO 3908), this comprehensive program equips participants to lead transformative improvement initiatives across multiple areas of business operations. From identifying and reducing waste through process mapping and 5S implementation to leveraging visual management and standard work practices, you’ll develop practical skills to enhance productivity and workflow. The program also strengthens your leadership capabilities in driving change, building high-performing teams, and developing future leaders within your organisation. During the course, you’ll implement improvement projects in at least two focus areas, delivering measurable results with clear return on investment, while also developing plans for ongoing continuous improvement initiatives that extend beyond program completion.

Why this program matters

In today’s fiercely competitive manufacturing landscape, understanding and implementing Lean principles and competitive systems and practices is crucial. The Leading Competitive Systems and Practices Short Course offers manufacturers essential tools to streamline operations and boost productivity. Learn to implement Lean methodologies, optimise supply chains, and cultivate a culture of continuous improvement. From process mapping to identifying and reducing waste, we equip you with cutting-edge practices that drive efficiency and quality. By aligning your processes with world-class standards, we’re not just enhancing your operations – we’re revolutionising your entire approach to manufacturing. Join us to transform your factory floor into a lean, agile powerhouse.

Who is this for?

The Leading Competitive Systems and Practices Short Course is available to you if you are:

  • An operational manager, supervisor, team leader, leading hand, or emerging leader in manufacturing
  • Employed by a manufacturer based in Queensland

If you are employed in a different industry, please contact us to discuss potential participation options.

 

Cost

This program is fully subsidised for eligible participants.

 

Locations

The first round of this program will be delivered in the following locations:

  • Townsville
  • Wide Bay
  • Sunshine Coast / Moreton Bay
  • Additional locations may be offered based on interest expressed

 

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Our partner

Manufacturing Skills Queensland has engaged Leadership Management Australia (RTO 3908) to deliver this skill set.

About Leadership Management Australia

Leadership Management Australia (LMA) has been a pioneer in delivering people-centric business solutions since its inception in Australia in 1973. As a nationally recognised Registered Training Organisation (RTO), LMA has established itself as a leader in professional development and organisational improvement. Over the past five decades, LMA’s innovative learning and development process has empowered more than 150,000 participants across Australia and New Zealand, equipping them with the skills and knowledge to drive success in their respective industries.

Investing in industry

The Leading Competitive Systems and Practices Short Course is a key component of Manufacturing Skills Queensland’s (MSQ) Annual Training Plan for 2024-25, representing a significant investment in the future of Queensland’s manufacturing workforce.

As part of the $1.36 million allocated to the “Training and skills” priority area, this program addresses critical industry needs by equipping experienced manufacturers and technicians with essential skills. The initiative aligns with MSQ’s broader goal of building a sustainably skilled workforce for a future-proofed manufacturing industry.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The course runs for 6 months, allowing you to apply your learning in real-time to your workplace.

In addition to the six face-to-face workshops, you’ll need to allocate time for site visits, coaching sessions, and implementing improvements in your workplace.

You will receive a Statement of Attainment for six (6) units of competency upon completion of all course assessment requirements.

Assessment is primarily through practical application in your workplace, including the planning and implementation of improvement initiatives and project/s. There are additional knowledge questions used to assess your grasp of key CSP concepts, tools and techniques.

You’ll receive ongoing support through one-on-one coaching sessions, site visits, and progress reviews with your manager/mentor, all delivered by experienced Leadership Management Australia facilitators.

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