Certified Lean
Manager
(CLM) — Level 2 Management
Management-level Lean certification — Globally Accessible, Optional Training Available, Digital Certificate Verification.
Validate your Lean leadership and management competence through an independent certification examination.
Certified Lean Manager (CLM)
Level 2 — Management. A rigorous certification and assessment of Lean management and leadership knowledge. No training course required.
1. Lean Leadership
Leadership behaviors, strategy deployment, and Lean management systems
2. Value Stream Mapping
VSM, flow and pull systems, Just-in-Time (JIT) and Kanban
3. Lean Metrics
KPIs, performance management, and data-driven decision making
4. Coaching & Teams
Developing teams, change management, and Lean transformation
CLM Eligibility Requirements
Direct Entry Available — Open to All Backgrounds. No mandatory prerequisites.
Direct Entry Available
No prior certification required. Open to all backgrounds.
Open to All Backgrounds
No mandatory training, no minimum experience requirement.
Management Focus
Ideal for team leads, supervisors, and managers driving Lean initiatives.
Exam-Based Assessment
Competency is assessed solely through the certification examination.
Global Access
Available to candidates worldwide. Online proctored exam from anywhere.
Lifetime Validity
Certificate valid for life. No renewal fees, no recertification required.
Ready to Get Certified?
The CLM is designed for professionals who want to validate their Lean management knowledge. Simply:
- Review the Body of Knowledge below
- Register and pay the certification fee (USD 60)
- Take the secure online proctored exam (80 questions, 2 hours)
- Score 70% or higher and receive your CLM certificate
No mandatory training. Direct entry available. Just demonstrate your knowledge through the exam.
CLM Body of Knowledge
8 Knowledge Areas | 80 Questions | 2 Hours | 70% Passing Score
1Lean Leadership & Strategy15%
+- Lean leadership behaviors and mindset
- Strategic deployment of Lean initiatives
- Hoshin Kanri (policy deployment) basics
- Aligning Lean goals with business strategy
- Leadership standard work
- Building a Lean management system
2Value Stream Mapping (VSM)12.5%
+- Value stream mapping symbols and conventions
- Current state mapping: data collection and analysis
- Future state mapping: designing improved flow
- Identifying value-added vs. non-value-added steps
- Lead time, cycle time, and takt time
- Value stream improvement plans
3Flow & Pull Systems12.5%
+- Continuous flow principles and one-piece flow
- Pull systems vs. push systems
- Kanban: types, sizing, and implementation
- Supermarket and replenishment systems
- Line balancing and workload distribution
- Bottleneck identification and management
4Just-in-Time (JIT) & Kanban12.5%
+- JIT principles and philosophy
- Takt time and production pacing
- Kanban cards and signals
- Two-bin and three-bin systems
- Supplier integration and pull-based logistics
- Reducing inventory and lead times
5Lean Metrics & Performance12.5%
+- Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for Lean
- OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness)
- Process cycle efficiency and productivity metrics
- Visual management and performance boards
- Daily management and tiered huddles
- Data-driven decision making
6Lean Management Systems12.5%
+- Daily management systems (DMS)
- Standard work for leaders
- Gemba walks and leader standard work
- Problem-solving and escalation processes
- Visual management systems
- Sustaining Lean gains through management discipline
7Coaching & Developing Teams12.5%
+- Coaching skills for Lean managers
- Developing team members' problem-solving skills
- Facilitation of kaizen events and workshops
- Building high-performing teams
- Feedback and recognition
- Knowledge transfer and succession planning
8Lean Transformation & Change10%
+- Change management models and frameworks
- Overcoming resistance to change
- Building a Lean culture
- Sustaining improvement over time
- Communication strategies for Lean transformation
- Measuring transformation success
CLM Exam Specifications
Everything you need to know about the Certified Lean Manager exam
80 Questions
Multiple-choice and scenario-based across all 8 knowledge areas
2 Hours
120 minutes. Online proctored with identity verification
70% to Pass
Score 56 out of 80 or higher to pass
Secure Proctoring
Identity verification, question randomization, browser lockdown
FREE Retakes $0
Unlimited retakes within 6 months. Completely FREE.
Digital Certificate
Issued by Quality Progress Certification Board. Online verification.
Quality Progress Certification Board
Your CLM credential is officially issued and verified by the Quality Progress Certification Board — an independent, globally recognized certification body, like ASQ and CSSC. This represents verified expertise, not just course completion.
CLM Certification Fee
Transparent pricing — pay for the certification and exam
Certified Lean Manager Exam
- Globally Accessible
- Optional Training Available
- Digital Certificate Verification
- Exam-Based Certification: 80-Question Online Proctored Exam
- Digital Certificate (PDF) with Online Verification
- FREE Unlimited Retakes (within 6 months) $0
- Issued by Quality Progress Certification Board
- Lifetime Certificate Validity — No Renewal Fees
- Listing in Certified Professionals Directory
- Aligned with ASQ, IASSC, CSSC, CLSSC, ILSSI Body of Knowledge
Secure Payment | Exam Link Within 24 Hours | FREE Retakes
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about CLM certification
No. CLM offers Direct Entry. No prior certification, work experience, or training is required. Open to all backgrounds.
No. This is certification. The Body of Knowledge above serves as your syllabus for self-study. You prepare independently using any resources you choose.
Management level. Tests Lean leadership, VSM, flow & pull, JIT, metrics, management systems, coaching, and transformation. Ideal for team leads, supervisors, and managers.
You get FREE unlimited retakes within 6 months. A 14-day cooling-off period applies between attempts. No additional fee is charged.
Certificates are issued by the Quality Progress Certification Board — an independent body, ensuring impartiality and global credibility.
Yes. CLM is Level 2. You can progress to CLE (Level 3), CLS (Level 4), and CLC (Level 5) as you gain experience and knowledge.
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