Black Belt Overview

The Lean Six Sigma Black Belt focuses on mastery of Lean Six Sigma theory, strategies, and advanced tools and techniques through in-depth application and analysis. This course will enhance professional expertise needed to implement and lead complex projects and provide the skills necessary to teach and mentor others. The focus of the Black Belt course is on in-depth coverage of topics including, but not limited to: value stream mapping, advanced statistical theory, A3 management, advanced design for six sigma (DFSS), project management for large projects, coaching and mentoring teams for process improvement, organizational change management, advanced hypothesis testing, history and theory of quality, advanced lean theory and tools, implementation of LSS in an organization, and use of advanced Minitab features.

Certificates of completion will be issued to participants who successfully complete program requirements.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Course cost: $2,500

Registration is not currently available for this course.

UPCOMING OFFERINGS

This course consists of six in-person classroom sessions (44 hours) and 32 hours of online assignments, homework and quizzes.

In-person meeting dates (College of Business building room 3042):
February 6-7, 2025
February 20-21, 2025
March 6-7, 2025

AUDIENCE

• All industries and types of organizations
• Project leaders who will be driving Lean Six Sigma projects
• Leaders who will be responsible for championing or sponsoring Lean Six Sigma

 

FORMAT

The Black Belt class is comprised of approximately 44 hours of classroom training plus an additional 32 hours of online work and homework assignments that reinforce the classroom training. Online content, homework, and applications supplement class time. Completion of a project and quizzes are required for certification.

PROJECT

The LSS Black Belt program provides the opportunity to fully apply learning to a project. With advanced knowledge and application in Lean Six Sigma, LSS Black Belt participants are encouraged to consider projects that are systemic and cross-functional in scope.

PREREQUISITES

• Prior participation in the Lean Six Sigma: Green Belt course
• Participants must have a laptop with the Minitab Statistical Software and be familiar with basic use and applications

CERTIFICATION

A certificate of completion will be issued to all participants who successfully complete the program requirements.

COURSE OUTLINE