Dr.Gopal Sivakumar is a renowned expert in the fields of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, with over 10 years of experience in process improvement and operational excellence. With a background in Doctorate degree in Mechanical Engineering, he has led numerous organizations to achieve exceptional efficiency and quality through the application of Lean Six Sigma principles.
Dr. Gopal Sivakumar is a certified Master Black Belt in Lean Six Sigma, and he has a proven track record of implementing these strategies in various industries, from manufacturing to service sectors. He has also authored Books on Lean Six Sigma, which have become essential references for professionals and students alike.
As an engaging and passionate educator, Dr.Gopal Sivakumar is dedicated to sharing his extensive knowledge and real-world insights with students, helping them grasp the intricacies of Lean Six Sigma in a practical and comprehensible way. He is committed to empowering individuals and organizations to achieve excellence through efficient processes and data-driven decision-making, making his course an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to master Lean Six Sigma principles.
Certified Root Cause Analyst | Gov. of India Certification
The Certified Root Cause Analyst (CRCA) program provides participants with a comprehensive and practical understanding of structured problem-solving methodologies, root cause identification, validation, and sustainable improvement techniques used across industries.
Participants will learn how to:
✓ Define & validate business problems using data & metrics
✓ Sustain improvements through control plans & standardisation
Delivered through LIVE interactive sessions supported by case studies, real-life examples, and structured learning materials — followed by an online certification examination.
2. SYLLABUS — 5-DAY PROGRAM
DAY 1
PROBLEM FOUNDATIONS & VALIDATION
What is a problem? (Gap: current vs desired) · CTQ, CTB, COPQ, problem statement · Metrics: Leading vs Lagging indicators · 5W1H problem framing · VoC / VoB / COPQ → CTQs · Data sanity & Early Pareto · Project Charter creation
Brainstorming (divergent & convergent) · 7 QC Tools: Check sheet, Process flow chart, Pareto chart, Histogram, Scatter diagram, Fishbone diagram, Control chart · 5 Whys · Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) · Cause & Effect Matrix
DAY 4
ROOT CAUSE VALIDATION
Before–After & A/B comparison · Pilot testing · Scatter plot, Run chart, Stratified Pareto · 2-Proportion test · Simple correlation · Classify: Validated / Not Validated / Inconclusive
DAY 5
CAPA & SUSTAINMENT
Countermeasure matrix · ECRS (Eliminate, Combine, Rearrange, Simplify) · Poka-Yoke (mistake-proofing) · Control Plan development · SOPs, visual controls, training · Monitoring systems & governance
3. CERTIFICATION EXAMINATION
25
MCQ Questions
60%
Passing Score
Zero
Negative Marking
Govt. of India
MSME-TDC Certificate
4. LEAD FACILITATOR
Prof. Dr. Gopal Sivakumar
Founder & CEO — Vision Excellence Consulting Pvt. Ltd.
Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt · Trainer · Consultant · Academician
20+ years of experience in teaching, research, training, and industrial consulting. Trained thousands of professionals in Lean Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis, 5S, Operational Excellence, and Continuous Improvement methodologies.
The award was presented by Dr. Justice S. TamilVanan recognising Vision Excellence’s sustained excellence in Lean Six Sigma training across India. ▶ Watch on YouTube