Certified Six Sigma Black Belt
Are you interested in obtaining a highly-valued and much-sought-after professional certification? If so, the Certified Six Sigma Black Belt course is for you! The Six Sigma methodology is a data-driven approach to removing defects and improving processes at any organization. As a Six Sigma Black Belt, you will be responsible for initiating projects and directing the efforts of company teams. In addition to mastering key Six Sigma concepts and methods, you'll obtain valuable information that...
Certified Six Sigma Black Belt
Details + Objectives
Course code: GES2009
What you will learn
- Certified Six Sigma Black Belt
- Understand the DMAIC (define, measure, analyze, improve, control) model
- Gain knowledge of the Six Sigma business case and related strategic planning and voice of the customer requirements
- Differentiate between key Six Sigma metrics and define processes, problems, and opportunities by applying brainstorming and critical to quality
- Find out the basics of flowcharts and learn how to develop/test hypotheses
- Determine how to define, plan, implement, and complete a project by creating project deliverables that satisfy stakeholders
- Discover the power of work breakdown structure (WBS), Gantt charts, and network scheduling methods
How you will benefit
- You will be prepared for the Six Sigma Black Belt certification offered by the American Society for Quality (ASQ)
- Obtain guidance through the use of ASQ's Six Sigma's Body of Knowledge (BOK) as a path forward approach
How the course is taught
- Self-paced, online course
- 6 Months to complete
- Open enrollment, begin anytime
- 120 course hours
Instructors & Support
Tony Swaim
Tony Swaim has helped many clients, colleagues, and students reach their professional and personal goals. He has been an online instructor since 1998 and has taught at colleges and universities across the United States since 1981. His focus areas are project management, Six Sigma, and supply chain management. Tony manages a successful consulting firm, and his industry experience includes 20 years of supply chain management. He earned a Doctorate in Business Administration from Kennesaw State University and holds professional certifications in six disciplines, including the Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI)® and Certified Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB)® from the American Society for Quality (ASQ)®.
Requirements
Prerequisites:
Prior to taking this course, you must be knowledgeable in basic Algebra and Statistics.
To be successful in this course, it is strongly recommended that you complete your Black Belt project at your current place of employment. Black Belt-level process improvement projects require significant real-time data, which is easier to obtain when you are presently employed. Projects must also be based on an actual business and are subject to approval by a Master Black Belt. Examples include:
- Manufacturing Floor – Reduced manufacturing product defects
- Human Resources Department – Reduced recruitment cycle time
- Accounting Department - Reduced accounts payable invoice processing costs
If you are currently unemployed, then you should instead take a Green Belt level certification course.
Certification Requirements:
- Candidates must have worked in a full-time, paid role. Paid intern, co-op, or other coursework cannot be applied to the work experience requirement.
- Three years of on-the-job experience in one or more of the areas of the CSSBB Body of Knowledge & one completed project with a signed affidavit
- OR two completed projects with signed affidavits.
Requirements:
Hardware Requirements:
- This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.
Software Requirements:
- PC: Windows 8 or later.
- Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
- Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
- Microsoft Excel (not included with enrollment)
- Adobe Acrobat Reader.
- Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
- Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment. The following textbooks will be shipped to you approximately 7-10 business days after enrollment:
- The Certified Six Sigma Black Belt Handbook
- An Introduction to Six Sigma and Process Improvement
Please note: You will receive a digital book if the physical book is on backorder.
More About
About Certification: American Society for Quality (ASQ)
The American Society for Quality (ASQ) is "The Global Voice of Quality," with customers and members in more than 130 countries. ASQ is dedicated to "making the world work better" and helping businesses from large corporations to small community organizations meet the future with confidence. ASQ provides training programs, resources, and professional certifications in a range of topics related to quality, ensuring that business leaders and workers have the skills and knowledge they need to succeed—and you can become one of those professionals when you enroll in a course certified by ASQ.