Free Level 2 Agile Project Management Course. Study online. You can work through this course at your own pace, making it easy to fit around work or other commitments. It covers lean organisation management techniques, including how to build effective team-working practices and deliver greater customer value with fewer resources. The course typically takes one week. You'll develop practical skills that apply directly in business and management settings. Entry normally requires four GCSEs at grade 3 or above (including English and Maths), or a Level 1 vocational qualification.
Who this course is for
Businesses use lean organisation management techniques to instil exceptional team-working practices in their operations, and provide the greatest customer value with the fewest resources; a philosophy increasingly important in todays competitive business sector. This nationally-recognised qualification will develop your understanding of lean organisation techniques, and show you how to implement these techniques in business; it will also teach you about the skills required to work effectively in a team in the business sector. The Level 2 Certificate in Lean Organisation Management Techniques is split into manageable study units, and will develop your knowledge and understanding in three key areas:* Unit 1: Lean organisation techniques in business * Unit 2: Business improvement techniques * Unit 3: Effective team work in businessWhether youre currently employed and looking to increase your career and promotion prospects; are working in a team leader or managerial role and want to keep your skills up-to-date; or seeking employment in the business sector and wanting to deepen your employability skills; this course will provide you with a broad and detailed understanding of industry-standard lean organisation management techniques. This is an online course taught over 6-9 weeks, meaning you can choose when and where you study, so it offers you the flexibility to fit your studies around your existing work, study, or home-life commitments.
Entry requirements
4 GCSE qualifications (or equivalent) at grade D or 3 or above (including English and Maths)or Level 1 vocational qualificationorLevel 1 qualifications in English and MathsAdditional Information: If you do not hold a suitable Level 1 qualification, or cannot provide evidence of one, you may still be able to enrol on this course following an initial assessment to test your level of literacy or numeracy.
What you will learn
You'll understand the principles of lean organisation and how they apply in business.
You'll learn how to reduce waste and improve efficiency in team operations.
You'll explore how to deliver greater customer value using fewer resources.
You'll develop skills in effective team-working within a lean management framework.
You'll learn how to implement lean techniques in a real business context.
You'll understand the role of continuous improvement in modern organisations.
How you will learn
You'll study online and work through the course material at your own pace. Assessment is based on written assignments and knowledge-based tasks that test your understanding of lean organisation techniques. You submit your work online and receive feedback from your assessor. No exams are required.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South Bank Colleges will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Project coordinator: supporting teams to plan and deliver projects on time.
Operations assistant: helping businesses run processes more efficiently.
Team leader: managing small teams using lean working practices.
Business administrator: organising workflows and improving office systems.
Process improvement analyst: identifying waste and inefficiency in operations.
Office manager: overseeing day-to-day business operations and resources.
What you could study next
Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Management: builds on lean and agile principles with broader leadership and management skills.
Level 3 Project Management Qualification: a natural next step if you want to move into a dedicated project management role.
Level 4 Award in Leadership and Management (ILM or CMI): suited to those moving into supervisory or middle-management positions.
