Certification preparation

Lean IT Certification

Name: Lean IT Certification
Price: 2800.00 USD
Availability: InStock

A 3-day practical course where you apply Lean in IT, map value streams, reduce waste, improve flow, and prepare for the certification exam.

24 hours (3 days) Foundation to Practitioner APMG Certifications

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THE BIG PICTURE

About this course

Lean IT applies Lean principles to the development and management of IT services and products. The certification is awarded by APMG International and recognises knowledge of Lean thinking in an IT context. Across three days you will explore core Lean concepts, value from the customer perspective, the eight wastes in IT, value stream mapping, flow and pull, performance measurement, visual management, Kaizen, and leadership behaviours. You will work hands-on with mapping exercises, root cause analysis, and A3 problem solving, supported by practical templates and discussion of real IT scenarios. The associated Foundation exam typically comprises 40 multiple-choice questions in 60 minutes, closed book, with a 65% pass mark (26/40). It can be taken online with remote proctoring through APMG International or via an APMG Accredited Training Organisation, and the certificate does not expire. APMG International owns the certification scheme. MindClick provides training and exam preparation and is not an accredited or authorised partner.

What you’ll learn

Explain Lean principles and how they apply to IT services and product delivery
Define customer value and identify the eight wastes commonly found in IT work
Map and analyse an IT value stream to expose queues, bottlenecks, and handoffs
Apply flow, pull, and work-in-progress limits using simple visual management
Use PDCA, A3, 5 Whys, and fishbone analysis to support Kaizen in IT teams
Select meaningful performance measures and design a basic improvement board
Describe roles, behaviours, and leadership needed for a Lean IT organisation
Prepare effectively for the Foundation exam with practice questions and a timed mock

A CLEAR PATH FORWARD

3-day Lean IT Certification agenda

3 days · 24 contact hours · 09:00–17:30

3 instructor-led days (24 contact hours) mapped to the exam domains. Each day combines short concept sessions, hands-on practice on a running case study and exam-style questions.

Learning route: 3 recommended days
Practical work: 3 guided activities
Finish with: Mock exam + certification exam

Take a look at each day. Open a section to see the topics and practical work.

Day 1Lean IT foundations: value, waste, and value streamsIntroduction to Lean, customer and value, process and value stream

What we’ll cover

09:00–09:30 · Course orientation, objectives, and success criteria
09:30–10:30 · Introduction to Lean and Lean IT: principles and history
10:45–12:30 · Customer value, demand, and the eight wastes in IT
13:30–14:45 · Value stream mapping: steps, symbols, and data collection
15:00–16:00 · Hands-on mapping: request-to-delivery flow for an IT service
16:00–17:00 · Flow, pull, and work-in-progress limits in IT environments
17:00–17:30 · Exam-style practice questions and day 1 wrap-up

Put it into practice

Teams map an end-to-end IT support request value stream, identify waste, and capture baseline lead/cycle times. Groups propose two quick improvements to test with PDCA.

You’ll take away
Annotated current-state value stream map with initial improvement list

Day 2Performance, visual management, and problem solvingPerformance and metrics, behaviour and culture, problem solving and Kaizen

What we’ll cover

09:00–09:20 · Day 1 recap and Q&A
09:20–10:30 · Process thinking, standard work, and error proofing in IT
10:45–12:30 · Performance and metrics: lead time, cycle time, throughput, quality
13:30–14:30 · Visual management and Kanban boards for IT work
14:30–15:45 · Root cause analysis workshop: 5 Whys and Ishikawa
15:45–16:45 · A3 problem solving and PDCA experimentation
16:45–17:30 · Exam-style practice questions and day 2 wrap-up

Put it into practice

Learners build a simple team Kanban with WIP limits and define three service measures, then run a short simulation to observe flow. They capture findings in an A3.

You’ll take away
Completed A3 problem-solving sheet and draft team metrics set

Day 3Organisation, leadership, Kaizen, and exam practiceOrganisation and roles, leadership behaviours, implementation and exam prep

What we’ll cover

09:00–09:20 · Day 2 recap and Q&A
09:20–10:30 · Organisation and roles in Lean IT: responsibilities and skills
10:45–12:30 · Leadership behaviours and coaching for continuous improvement
13:30–14:30 · Kaizen events: selection, charters, and benefits tracking
14:30–15:15 · Managing change: stakeholders, communication, and sustainment
15:15–16:00 · Implementation roadmap: pilots, scaling, and governance
16:00–17:00 · Mock exam (timed, 40 questions) and group debrief
17:00–17:30 · Exam booking guidance, next steps, and course close

Put it into practice

In groups, design a Kaizen event for a chosen IT process, including a charter, targets, and visual controls. Present the plan and risks to peers for feedback.

You’ll take away
Kaizen event charter and implementation checklist

Bring it all together

Certification exam: Lean IT Foundation, awarded by APMG International. 40 multiple-choice questions, 60 minutes, Closed book, Online proctored via APMG International or through an APMG Accredited Training Organisation. Pass mark: 65% (26/40). Validity: Does not expire. Every attendee also receives a MindClick certificate of completion for 24 contact hours.

Sample MindClick certificate of completion for Lean IT Certification, marked SAMPLE — What you receive
You earn two separate credentials. The sample shows the MindClick training certificate.
MindClick certificate of completion: 3 days, 24 contact hours, issued to every attendee who completes the course.
Lean IT Foundation: issued by APMG International when you meet its requirements and pass the exam.

Before you choose your learning route

Session timings are indicative; the trainer may adjust them for the group. Exam details reflect the awarding body’s published information at the time of writing; confirm the current version when you book.

APMG International owns this certification scheme. MindClick provides training and exam preparation and is not an accredited or authorised partner of APMG International.

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Fees

Fee per learner outside India. Exam fee included.
Delivery format	Fee per learner	Exam fee
Live online	$2,800 USD	Included
Classroom	$4,500 USD	Included

One awarding-body certification exam attempt is included in the training fee. Confirm the current fee, any applicable tax and what the fee covers in writing before you pay.

Prerequisites

No formal prerequisites. Experience in IT service delivery, operations, development, or change is helpful. Please bring a laptop for exercises and a valid photo ID for exam registration.

Who is this course for?

Professionals working in agile and lean delivery.
Managers and decision-makers responsible for delivery outcomes.
Practitioners seeking a globally recognized certification.

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