Introduction to Productivity Excellence
Business & Management
A course by
Mast Academy
Enhance team efficiency and drive operational excellence through lean manufacturing, waste reduction, and continuous improvement concepts. Designed for frontline employees, this interactive program empowers teams with the knowledge and practical tools to improve business performance.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
MAST Academy or client site, Unknown
It will take a total of 30 weeks
Core skills this course teaches

Apply continuous improvement principles
Understand and use continuous improvement principles to streamline workplace processes.

Improve organisational performance
Contribute to improved business outcomes by eliminating waste and maximising value.

Implement lean tools
Drive consistent improvements through the use of practical lean manufacturing tools.
What You're Signing Up For
The Introduction to Productivity Excellence course equips frontline employees with essential skills in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement. Participants learn to enhance workplace productivity, reduce waste, and foster a culture of ongoing improvement through practical workshops. The course combines theory with applied learning, helping teams to drive positive changes that benefit both individual staff and the broader organisation.
Course Content
- Principles of continuous improvement
- Lean manufacturing concepts and tools
- Process streamlining
- Elimination of waste
- Contributing to organisational performance
- Practical implementation of improvement initiatives
What you need to know first
Legal eligibility to study in NZ: Residents and Citizens only.
Minimum age of 16 years.
English language requirements.

What sort of industry will this job lead to
Manufacturing
Business Improvement
Process Improvement

Future employment opportunities might be
Frontline process improvement roles
Manufacturing team member
Process improvement coordinator
Lean practitioner