Meet your tutor, Dr Dan Green (an IASSC Accredited Training Associate)
Key Points
- Provided by an IASSC fully Accredited Training Organisation (ATO): Hudson
- Class is taught by a Master Black Belt, PhD, and IASSC Accredited Training Associate (ATA)
- Class and exam can be taken at home. No need to take time off work
- Ability to interact with the class and tutor. Ask the tutor questions
- Small classes of no more than 8 students
- No special equipment required. All you need is access to the internet
- Exam fee paid for/included to sit the official IASSC exam and get certification from the IASSC
- Upon successful completion of the final exam, you will receive a certification from the IASSC confirming you are fully Six Sigma Black Belt certified
- Course includes free access to our self-paced online training material, taught by the same tutor
Course Duration
- 8 day live online class
- Total duration: 24 hours
- Classes run once a month from 18:30-21:30 GMT (13:30-14:30 EST) over an 8 day period
Please contact us for the next available class dates. You can reach us on 020 3095 0468; or email support@hudsoncourses.com.
Included with your course
- Self-paced training material taught by the same tutor
- Supplementary training manual
- Downloadable course notes
- Exercise files
- Minitab example files
- Interactive quizzes
- Practice test papers x 6
About the tutor
I’m a US born (and US resident) Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt, Business Transformation Executive, Organizational Change Architect, consultant, author, and an IASSC Accredited Training Associate. My PhD is in Industrial-Organizational psychology; and my MBA is in Finance. I have led global operations for Fortune 500 organizations and been an executive leader within the Human Resources space.
Currently I am a Professor of Organizational Psychology and Change Management, teaching MBA students.
I have used Six Sigma all over the world, for Fortune 500 organizations, including the United States Federal Government, and even for professional sports teams.
Through the application of Six Sigma, I have helped save companies significant amounts of money, enhance the customer experience, and even make athletes faster and stronger.
What is Six Sigma?
Six Sigma is a set of techniques and tools for process improvement. It was introduced by engineer Bill Smith while working at Motorola in 1986. Jack Welch made it central to his business strategy at General Electric in 1995. Today it is used in many industrial sectors.
Six Sigma seeks to improve the quality of the output of a process by identifying and removing the causes of defects and minimizing variability in manufacturing and business processes. It uses a set of quality management methods, mainly empirical, statistical methods, and creates a special infrastructure of people within the organization, who are experts in these methods. Each Six Sigma project carried out within an organization follows a defined sequence of steps and has specific value targets, for example: reduce process cycle time, reduce pollution, reduce costs, increase customer satisfaction, and increase profits.
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The term Six Sigma originated from terminology associated with statistical modeling of manufacturing processes. The maturity of a manufacturing process can be described by a sigma rating indicating its yield or the percentage of defect-free products it creates. A six sigma process is one in which 99.99966% of all opportunities to produce some feature of a part are statistically expected to be free of defects (3.4 defective features per million opportunities). Motorola set a goal of “six sigma” for all of its manufacturing operations, and this goal became a by-word for the management and engineering practices used to achieve it.
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What is the difference between Six Sigma Green and Black Belts?
The referencing of “belts” by color is a simple and effective way of quickly understanding an individual’s skill level. Here’s a quick look at the differences:
A Green Belt might be someone who is just learning the tips and techniques that make for good Six Sigma or Lean project execution. They are usually cutting their teeth on a first project and have received fundamental training in Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, and Control – the project execution building blocks.
In some circumstances, a Black Belt can be a former Green Belt who has shown a real knack for six sigma, likes it, and has moved forward to deliver a number of projects with quantifiable results. They also will have received additional training in deeper analysis tools (think stats) and perhaps even some instruction on change management or stakeholder influencing.
It is important to note here however, that in order to become IASSC Black Belt certified, it is not necessary to be Green Belt certified beforehand, or have prior industry experience, or complete and submit projects as part of the Black Belt certification assessment. The only prerequisite is that you pass the official IASSC Black Belt exam. Further details on the exam can be found further down the page.
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Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belts
The IASSC Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (ICBB) is a professional who is well versed in the Lean Six Sigma Methodology, who leads improvement projects, typically in a full-time role. A Lean Six Sigma Black Belt possesses a thorough understanding of all aspects within the phases of D-M-A-I-C. They understand how to perform and interpret Six Sigma tools and how to use standard principles of Lean.
About this course
This certification course will prepare you to successfully lead and execute Lean Six Sigma projects, perform Six Sigma analysis, and use the D.M.A.I.C (Define Measure Analyze Improve Control) methodology.
It is comprised of professionally narrated e-Learning modules, interactive quizzes, tests and exams. All delivered through a system that you will have access to 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
About the certification
Upon successful passing of the official IASSC exam, you will receive a Certificate, suitable for framing, issued by the International Association for Six Sigma Certification. You will also receive the IASSC Marks/Logos and IASSC Marks/Logos Usage Policy which may be used on public profiles such as LinkedIn. You may use the designation ICBB (International Association for Six Sigma Certification Certified Six Sigma Black Belt), and IASSC Certified Black Belt or any approved variation of the designation after your name in accordance with the IASSC Marks Usage Policy.
An example of an official IASSC Six Sigma Black Belt Certification which you will gain upon completion of this course and passing the official exam.
What does it mean to be certified?
The IASSC Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (ICBB) is a professional who is well versed in the Lean Six Sigma Methodology who both leads or supports improvement projects, typically as a full-time role. A Lean Six Sigma Black Belt possesses a thorough understanding of all aspects within the phases of D-M-A-I-C. They understand how to perform and interpret Six Sigma tools and how to use standard principles of Lean. They also possess a more comprehensive understanding of the D-M-A-I-C phase than a Green Belt.
At the end of this Six Sigma Black Belt certification course, you will be able to:
- Become a key stakeholder in leading, and implementing lean six sigma projects in your organization to Black Belt level
- Understand Six Sigma and DMAIC Methodology to Black Belt level
- Describe how to identify an improvement project in the Define phase to Black Belt level
- Explain how to measure process and product in the Measure phase to Black Belt level
- Perform data analysis and hypothesis testing in the Analyze phase to Black Belt level
- Identify the possible improvement actions for the performance of variations in the Improve phase to Black Belt level
- Define efficient operating levels for inputs and outputs in the Control phase to Black Belt level
- Identify the voice of customers, their requirements and needs
- Understand their role in the success deployment
- Understand how to develop a strategy for Six Sigma approach
- Apply the DMAIC process to business issues to Black Belt level
Who is this course aimed at?
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt is most beneficial for organizations that encourage employees to take up Quality projects and ensure efficiency in all business/industry processes. This certification is most suited for:
- Quality and Process Managers, System Managers, Analysts, Auditors, Engineers and Executives who need to have a thorough understanding of Six Sigma to a Black Belt level. As part of your job role, you may also require the application of Six Sigma in process/quality improvements.
- Production Managers, Production Supervisors, and Customer Service Managers
- People wanting a thorough understanding of Six Sigma thinking and techniques
- Consultants who want to incorporate Six Sigma Black Belt into their service offerings
- Professionals working in the support functions like Finance, Purchase, Sales, Marketing, Training, Recruitment, Operations, IT-Support, Travel, etc.
What does this course cover?
In addition to covering the DMAIC methodology for preparation of the IASSC exam, this course also:
- Explains the reasoning and basis behind Six Sigma and Lean
- Will train you in the use of the Six Sigma tools and techniques
- Will provide you with exercises
- Will provide you with Minitab examples
- Will provide you with hints and tips on running a successful project
Course Syllabus
IASSC Lean Six Sigma Black Belt: INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION
IASSC Lean Six Sigma Black Belt: DEFINE PHASE
DEFINE – Course Structure
DEFINE – Introduction to Six Sigma
DEFINE – Steps and Tools
DEFINE – The Cost of Poor Quality
DEFINE – Six Sigma Metrics
DEFINE – Lean
DEFINE – Project Charter
DEFINE – Phase Summary
IASSC Lean Six Sigma Black Belt: MEASURE PHASE
MEASURE – Course Structure
MEASURE – Process Mapping Overview
MEASURE – Types of Process Map
MEASURE – Inputs to the Process
MEASURE – Cause and Effect Diagrams
MEASURE – X-Y Matrix
MEASURE – FMEA
MEASURE – Basic Statistics Part 1
MEASURE – Basic Statistics Part 2
MEASURE – Graphs
MEASURE – Measurement Systems Analysis Overview
MEASURE – Measurement Systems Analysis – Continuous Data
MEASURE – Measurement Systems Analysis – Quantitative Data
MEASURE – Stability
MEASURE – Capability Analysis
MEASURE – Capability Analysis – Non-normal Data
MEASURE – Phase Summary
IASSC Lean Six Sigma Black Belt: ANALYSE PHASE
ANALYSE – Course Structure
ANALYSE – Overview
ANALYSE – Multi-vari Analysis
ANALYSE – Classes of Distributions
ANALYSE – Hypothesis Testing
ANALYSE – Sample Variance and Population Variance
ANALYSE – Comparing Two Samples
ANALYSE – Comparing More Than Two Samples
ANALYSE – Testing a Sample Against a Standard
ANALYSE – Tests for Non-continuous Output Data
ANALYSE – Test for Equal Variance
ANALYSE – Phase Summary
IASSC Lean Six Sigma Black Belt: IMPROVE PHASE
IMPROVE – Course Structure
IMPROVE – Regression Analysis
IMPROVE – Multiple Regression
IMPROVE – Design of Experiments
IMPROVE – Full and Fractional Factorials
IMPROVE – Concept Generation
IMPROVE – Implementation
IMPROVE – Phase Summary
IASSC Lean Six Sigma Black Belt: CONTROL PHASE
CONTROL – Course Structure and Overview
CONTROL – Final Capability and Lean Controls
CONTROL – Control Plans
CONTROL – Centre Line and Control Limit Calculation, Control Plans
CONTROL – Phase Summary
IASSC Lean Six Sigma Black Belt: CONCLUSION
CONCLUSION
IASSC Lean Six Sigma Black Belt: SAMPLE TEST PAPERS
Sample Test Paper 1
Sample Test Paper 2
Sample Test Paper 3
Sample Test Paper 4
Sample Test Paper 5
Sample Test Paper 6
IASSC Lean Six Sigma Black Belt: WEBINARS
Recorded webinars from June 2019 to present.
About the exam
The IASSC Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt exam is a 150 question, closed book, proctored exam with a 4 hour allotted time. Some forms of this exam may also include up to an additional 15 non-graded questions. The exam contains approximately 30 multiple-choice and true/false questions from each major section of the IASSC Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Body of Knowledge.
In order to achieve the professional designation of IASSC Certified Black Belt (IASSC-CBB™) from the International Association for Six Sigma Certification, candidates must sit for the IASSC Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Exam and achieve a minimum score of 70%.
How will I take the exam?
The IASSC official exam can be conducted online in the comfort of your own home or office. In order to sit the exam online, you must meet the following hardware and software requirements:
- A computer with a keyboard and mouse
- A quiet and calm location at your home or office
- A web camera that you can rotate 360 degrees so you can be observed by a proctor (the observer)
- An active reliable broadband/high-speed internet connection of at least 4Mbps
- Browser compatibility: the latest version of Internet Explorer, Windows Firefox, Windows Chrome, Mac Firefox, Mac Chrome with Java (these can be downloaded for free before beginning the test)
- Enabled Java Runtime and cookies enabled which comes standard with web browsers
A test taker setting up for the online test with a proctor/observer
Below is a description of what to expect during the online exam:
Once you have logged into the online exam portal, a professional IASSC proctor will personally meet you in a virtual online testing environment. Using your webcam you will provide identification and the proctor will authorize the execution of your exam session, staying with you throughout the testing and submission process. The proctor will ensure the rules are followed and you have the support you need while you take the IASSC certification exam directly on your computer from the comfort of your home or office 24/7/365. Official results will typically be provided within 48 hours of the conclusion of your exam.
Further questions?
If you have any questions about this course, the certification, online exam, or anything else, please drop us an email at support@hudsoncourses.com
