Quality Management
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification
Categories: Online
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification
Categories: Online
Course Objectives
Upon completing the Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, participants will be able to:
- Gain an in-depth understanding of quality improvement methodology.
- Improve leadership skills in driving efficient projects, managing processes and people.
- Adopt a process-centric approach to streamline operations.
- Lead and supervise a team of professionals working on process improvement.
- Develop problem-solving skills to address the flaws identified in the initial phase.
- Reduce wastage of resources in the process.
- Take data-driven decisions to improve the processes.
- Develop a continuous improvement culture and sustainable quality improvement.
- Eliminate errors and reduce variations in the processes to increase the success of the project.
- Manage stakeholders effectively to meet organizational goals.
Target Audience
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt is designed for senior professionals functioning across varied sectors who aspire to lead in process improvement projects such as quality control inspectors, quality analysts, quality engineers, operations managers, business analysts, project supervisors, project managers, finance and commercial managers, business consultants and advisors.
Target Competencies
- Analytical Thinking
- Problem- Solving
- Process Mapping
- Error Proofing
- Process Improvement
Module 1: Define Phase
- Understanding Six Sigma (symbol, value, measure, metric, benchmark, method, tool, goal, philosophy)
- History of Six Sigma (Motorola, GE, evolution of DMAIC)
- Six Sigma Strategy & Breakthrough Thinking (Y = f(X), Vital Few vs. Trivial Many)
- Voice of the Customer (VOC), Voice of the Business (VOB), Voice of the Employee (VOE)
- Roles & Responsibilities (Executive Leadership, Champions, MBB, BB, GB, YB)
- Project Selection & Charter Development
- Stakeholder Analysis & Team Dynamics
- Process Mapping (high-level, cross-functional, swim lanes, symbols)
- Critical-to-Quality (CTQ) Development
- Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) – Hard vs. Soft, Tangible vs. Intangible
- Basic Six Sigma Metrics: DPU, DPMO, RTY, FTY, Cycle Time
Module 2: Measure Phase
- Process Analysis & Data Collection Planning
- Types of Data: Continuous vs. Discrete
- Sampling Methods & Bias Reduction
- Measurement System Analysis (MSA, Gage R&R)
- Statistical Foundations: Normality, Distribution Properties
- Process Capability: Cp, Cpk, Pp, Ppk, Sigma Level
- Rolled Throughput Yield (RTY) & Yield Estimation Models
- Value Stream Mapping & Cycle Time Analysis
- X-Y Matrix (Input-Output Analysis)
- Measurement Deliverables & Data Integrity
Module 3: Analyze Phase
- Hypothesis Testing Foundations (p-values, Type I & II errors)
- Comparative Tests: t-test, ANOVA, Chi-Square
- Correlation & Regression Analysis (simple, multiple, logistic)
- Advanced Statistical Tools: DOE Screening, Factorial Designs
- Root Cause Analysis Tools: Fishbone, 5 Whys, Fault Tree
- Pareto Principle & Prioritization of Causes
- Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
- Advanced Process Analysis (Non-normal data, Nonparametric tests)
- Identifying Vital Few X’s (Critical Inputs)
Module 4: Improve Phase
- Creative Problem Solving & Solution Generation
- Lean Tools: 5S, Kaizen, Kanban, Standard Work, Waste Elimination
- Mistake-Proofing (Poka-Yoke)
- Process Redesign & Benchmarking
- Design of Experiments (DOE) – Full, Fractional, Response Surface Methods
- Optimization Techniques & Simulation Models
- Piloting Solutions – Risk & Impact Assessment
- Change Management & Overcoming Resistance
- Financial Evaluation of Improvements (ROI, Payback, Hard vs. Soft Savings)
Module 5: Control Phase
- Control Plans & Documentation
- Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Statistical Process Control (SPC): Control Charts for Variable & Attribute Data
- Control Limits vs. Specification Limits
- Error-Proofing in Sustained Systems
- Visual Management Tools & Dashboards
- Knowledge Transfer & Handover to Process Owners
- Institutionalizing Continuous Improvement Culture
- Linking Improvements to Strategic KPIs
- Audits, Governance & Certification Requirements
PeopleCert is a globally recognized certification body that sets the benchmark for excellence in business, IT, and professional skills credentials. As a trusted provider of leading programmes like Lean & Lean Six Sigma, ITIL, PRINCE2, DEVOPS, and more, PeopleCert equips learners and organizations with the tools needed to drive efficiency, innovation, and continuous improvement.
With over 2 million certified individuals and a wide network of Accredited Training Organizations (ATOs), PeopleCert delivers flexible, high-quality learning experiences.
With a mission is to validate skills that matter in today’s rapidly evolving workplace, PeopleCert ensures that professionals are recognized for their knowledge, lifelong learning is encouraged, and organizations benefit from certified, competent talent.
Course Objectives
Upon completing the Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, participants will be able to:
- Gain an in-depth understanding of quality improvement methodology.
- Improve leadership skills in driving efficient projects, managing processes and people.
- Adopt a process-centric approach to streamline operations.
- Lead and supervise a team of professionals working on process improvement.
- Develop problem-solving skills to address the flaws identified in the initial phase.
- Reduce wastage of resources in the process.
- Take data-driven decisions to improve the processes.
- Develop a continuous improvement culture and sustainable quality improvement.
- Eliminate errors and reduce variations in the processes to increase the success of the project.
- Manage stakeholders effectively to meet organizational goals.
Target Audience
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt is designed for senior professionals functioning across varied sectors who aspire to lead in process improvement projects such as quality control inspectors, quality analysts, quality engineers, operations managers, business analysts, project supervisors, project managers, finance and commercial managers, business consultants and advisors.
Target Competencies
- Analytical Thinking
- Problem- Solving
- Process Mapping
- Error Proofing
- Process Improvement
Module 1: Define Phase
- Understanding Six Sigma (symbol, value, measure, metric, benchmark, method, tool, goal, philosophy)
- History of Six Sigma (Motorola, GE, evolution of DMAIC)
- Six Sigma Strategy & Breakthrough Thinking (Y = f(X), Vital Few vs. Trivial Many)
- Voice of the Customer (VOC), Voice of the Business (VOB), Voice of the Employee (VOE)
- Roles & Responsibilities (Executive Leadership, Champions, MBB, BB, GB, YB)
- Project Selection & Charter Development
- Stakeholder Analysis & Team Dynamics
- Process Mapping (high-level, cross-functional, swim lanes, symbols)
- Critical-to-Quality (CTQ) Development
- Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) – Hard vs. Soft, Tangible vs. Intangible
- Basic Six Sigma Metrics: DPU, DPMO, RTY, FTY, Cycle Time
Module 2: Measure Phase
- Process Analysis & Data Collection Planning
- Types of Data: Continuous vs. Discrete
- Sampling Methods & Bias Reduction
- Measurement System Analysis (MSA, Gage R&R)
- Statistical Foundations: Normality, Distribution Properties
- Process Capability: Cp, Cpk, Pp, Ppk, Sigma Level
- Rolled Throughput Yield (RTY) & Yield Estimation Models
- Value Stream Mapping & Cycle Time Analysis
- X-Y Matrix (Input-Output Analysis)
- Measurement Deliverables & Data Integrity
Module 3: Analyze Phase
- Hypothesis Testing Foundations (p-values, Type I & II errors)
- Comparative Tests: t-test, ANOVA, Chi-Square
- Correlation & Regression Analysis (simple, multiple, logistic)
- Advanced Statistical Tools: DOE Screening, Factorial Designs
- Root Cause Analysis Tools: Fishbone, 5 Whys, Fault Tree
- Pareto Principle & Prioritization of Causes
- Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
- Advanced Process Analysis (Non-normal data, Nonparametric tests)
- Identifying Vital Few X’s (Critical Inputs)
Module 4: Improve Phase
- Creative Problem Solving & Solution Generation
- Lean Tools: 5S, Kaizen, Kanban, Standard Work, Waste Elimination
- Mistake-Proofing (Poka-Yoke)
- Process Redesign & Benchmarking
- Design of Experiments (DOE) – Full, Fractional, Response Surface Methods
- Optimization Techniques & Simulation Models
- Piloting Solutions – Risk & Impact Assessment
- Change Management & Overcoming Resistance
- Financial Evaluation of Improvements (ROI, Payback, Hard vs. Soft Savings)
Module 5: Control Phase
- Control Plans & Documentation
- Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Statistical Process Control (SPC): Control Charts for Variable & Attribute Data
- Control Limits vs. Specification Limits
- Error-Proofing in Sustained Systems
- Visual Management Tools & Dashboards
- Knowledge Transfer & Handover to Process Owners
- Institutionalizing Continuous Improvement Culture
- Linking Improvements to Strategic KPIs
- Audits, Governance & Certification Requirements
PeopleCert is a globally recognized certification body that sets the benchmark for excellence in business, IT, and professional skills credentials. As a trusted provider of leading programmes like Lean & Lean Six Sigma, ITIL, PRINCE2, DEVOPS, and more, PeopleCert equips learners and organizations with the tools needed to drive efficiency, innovation, and continuous improvement.
With over 2 million certified individuals and a wide network of Accredited Training Organizations (ATOs), PeopleCert delivers flexible, high-quality learning experiences.
With a mission is to validate skills that matter in today’s rapidly evolving workplace, PeopleCert ensures that professionals are recognized for their knowledge, lifelong learning is encouraged, and organizations benefit from certified, competent talent.