$299.95
Accelerate your career with an MSI‑accredited Six Sigma Green Belt – 100 % online, exam‑included, and project‑ready.
Complete the self‑paced curriculum in as little as two weeks, sit the timed exam from home, and earn a shareable digital badge recognized by 185,000+ professionals worldwide. Certification & training for just $299.95.
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A Six Sigma Green Belt is more than a credential – it is proof that a professional can identify waste, lead data‑driven projects, and deliver measurable cost savings. Organizations trust Green Belts to bridge the gap between strategic goals and day‑to‑day execution, while individuals rely on the certification to open doors to higher‑paying roles and rapid promotion.
In short, Green Belts sit at the intersection of strategy and execution. They provide organizations with rapid, quantifiable results and give professionals a clear edge in a competitive job market.
Format and pacing
The Six Sigma Green Belt program is delivered 100% online. You receive instant access to a complete digital study package that covers every topic required to pass the exam. Learn at your own speed, then sit a two‑hour, 65‑question proctored exam that requires a 65 percent score to pass . If you do not pass on the first try, you get two extra attempts at no additional cost.
Certification and credit
Successful candidates earn a digital certificate, a shareable digital badge, an iPhone/Android Digital Wallet Card, and 20 Professional Competency Units (PCUs).
By the end of the course you will be able to:
Completing these objectives positions you to deliver measurable cost savings, improve customer satisfaction, and advance toward Black Belt or leadership roles.
Our program is built for busy professionals who need training that fits around work and family commitments.
Feature | What it means for you |
Instant start | All study materials are delivered in digital form and are available immediately after payment, so you can begin learning today |
Any‑time, any‑device access | The course runs entirely online and is compatible with current versions of Chrome, Firefox, and other major browsers, letting you study from a laptop, tablet, or phone wherever you have internet service |
Self‑paced schedule | Work through the modules at your own speed. When you are ready, set aside two hours to complete the timed exam |
Built‑in support | Recommended reading and practice resources are included at no extra cost, and you receive two complimentary retake attempts if you need them |
These options let you control when and how you learn while ensuring you have everything necessary to succeed.
Format & structure
The Six Sigma Green Belt exam is a timed, online assessment made up of roughly 65 multiple‑choice questions. You’ll have two hours to complete the test once you click “Begin” , and a score of 65 percent or higher is required to pass.
Attempts & retakes
If you don’t pass on the first try, two complimentary retake attempts are automatically included – no extra fees or paperwork.
Credentials awarded
Upon passing, you receive:
There are no formal prerequisites – all required learning materials come with your enrollment, so you can prepare at your own pace and schedule the exam whenever you feel ready.
Our Six Sigma Green Belt certification is offered at a straightforward price of $299.95 with no hidden fees. This single payment includes access to the complete Six Sigma Green Belt curriculum, all online study materials, the proctored exam, two complimentary retake attempts, a framed certificate, a shareable digital badge, iPhone/Android Digital Wallet Card, and 20 Professional Competency Units (PCUs).
In addition to the core program, participants can choose one of our industry-specific Green Belt certifications to align their training with their career focus. Options include Lean Six Sigma, Healthcare, Information Technology, Government and Public Sector, Education, and Human Resources. Each of these specialized tracks is also priced at $299.95, offering targeted case studies, terminology, and examples relevant to the chosen field.
Whether you select the general Six Sigma program or an industry-specific certification from the list above, you receive the same high-quality training and credentials recognized across industries. For organizations looking to certify multiple employees, we also offer group pricing and custom packages upon request.
Earning a Six Sigma Green Belt pays off quickly. Our latest white paper found that MSI trained Green Belts report an average U.S. salary of $78,000, putting them well above the national median for full time professionals. Nearly all respondents said the credential was decisive in landing their current role, and most saw a raise or promotion within twelve months of certification, creating a payback period measured in weeks rather than years. [See our Salary Report here]
Independent labor market data corroborate these gains. Salary.com’s 2025 aggregate for Lean Six Sigma roles shows an average of $118,330 for Green Belt–qualified employees, with many positions breaking the six figure mark once project leadership experience is factored in.
Because our program costs just $299.95, even a conservative first year salary lift of $5,000 delivers a return on investment above 1,500%. Add in the credential’s portability across manufacturing, healthcare, tech, and government, and the Green Belt becomes one of the fastest, most reliable ways to boost earning power and accelerate career mobility.
More than 7,000 professionals have rated the Management and Strategy Institute a full five stars on Trustpilot, and our aggregate scores across Google, the Better Business Bureau, FindCourses, IATP, and Facebook all hover near 4.8 out of 5. These independent reviews give employers – and you – the confidence that our training consistently delivers real value.
Every Green Belt graduate receives a verified digital badge, a mobile‑wallet credential, and a printable certificate. The badge can be shared on LinkedIn with a single click, linking back to a live verification page and making your achievement instantly visible to recruiters and hiring managers.
MSI is one of the few providers to pair a comprehensive Lean Six Sigma curriculum with sector‑specific tracks in healthcare, IT, government, education, and HR without charging a premium. Because the coursework is developed and reviewed by seasoned Black Belts and subject‑matter experts, you gain knowledge that translates directly to the processes and regulations you face on the job.
We also keep the path to certification clear and affordable: one flat fee covers all study materials, the proctored exam, two complimentary retakes, and lifetime credential verification – there are no annual renewal costs or hidden “administrative” charges.
Finally, MSI supports a thriving community of more than 300,000+ subscribers and Business Leadership Council members. This network amplifies your professional visibility and provides ongoing learning opportunities long after you earn the credential, reinforcing the long‑term return on your investment.
Yes. Professionals on career forums consistently say the credential pays dividends in hiring and promotion decisions, especially when an employer subsidizes the cost. MSI’s 2025 white paper backs that up, showing Green Belts earn about $78 k on average and typically secure a raise or new role within a year of passing the exam.
Most candidates finish the coursework and sit the exam within two to five weeks, although highly motivated learners have wrapped it up even faster according to community reports. Because MSI’s program is entirely self-paced, you control the timeline.
No. Industry training providers confirm that the Green Belt has no formal prerequisites beyond basic computer literacy, and MSI supplies all foundational material inside the course.
At MSI the Green Belt – general or industry specific – costs $299.95. That price includes the full study suite, proctored exam, two free retakes, digital badge, digital certificate, and 20 PCUs. There are no hidden renewal or membership fees.
MSI issues lifetime credentials; once you pass, your Green Belt remains valid permanently. This mirrors the stance of other recognized bodies that treat Green Belt as a career long qualification rather than a subscription.
Not for MSI candidates. Instead of asking you to locate a company sponsored project, we build a GBsim™ project simulation into the learning path, ensuring practical application without logistical hurdles.
The test is a two hour, 65 question online assessment. MSI data show most well prepared learners pass on the first attempt, and you receive two complimentary retakes if needed. Many candidates report it feels challenging but fair – comparable to a college mid term.
Real-time labor scans place the average U.S. pay for Green Belt–qualified roles at roughly $39.59 per hour, with top earners exceeding $70K. MSI’s survey found that salaried Green Belts average $78K, so even a modest post certification raise delivers a payback measured in weeks.
Absolutely. All study materials, the GBsim™ project, and the proctored exam run in your browser on any modern device. No travel, printed textbooks, or scheduled classes are required.
Demand spans manufacturing, healthcare, information technology, government, education, and human resources. LinkedIn recently listed tens of thousands of U.S. vacancies that cite Six Sigma skills, reflecting the methodology’s reach across nearly every sector of the economy.
Still have questions? Reach out to our support team anytime – we’re happy to help you decide if a Green Belt is the right next step for your career.
MSI also offers Green Belt’s specific to certain industries. See our options below.
The Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certified (LGBC)™ track blends Six Sigma’s data‑driven DMAIC framework with Lean’s focus on eliminating waste and smoothing process flow, giving you the skills to map value streams, isolate critical‑to‑quality factors, and deliver fast, measurable cost reductions.
Developed exclusively for MSI, the curriculum walks you step by step through each DMAIC phase while layering in Lean tools and concepts so you can function confidently on cross‑disciplinary improvement teams. Because Lean thinking originated in manufacturing but now powers efficiency gains in healthcare, finance, logistics, and beyond, an LGBC credential positions you to streamline operations in virtually any sector.
The Lean Six Sigma Green Belt in Healthcare (LGBH)™ equips clinicians, administrators, and quality teams with the dual power of Lean waste‑reduction and Six Sigma data analytics tailored to the industry’s strict regulatory landscape. You’ll learn how to streamline patient‑flow, cut billing errors, and comply with mandates such as HIPAA while collaborating with Black Belts and project champions to drive measurable improvements on both the clinical and business sides of care.
If your goal is to raise patient satisfaction, lower costs, and stand out for roles like Quality Assurance Coordinator or Quality Management Director, this healthcare‑focused Green Belt provides the exact skill set hiring managers demand.
The Lean Six Sigma Green Belt in IT (LGBIT)™ is purpose‑built for developers, analysts, sys‑admins, and project managers who want to translate Lean Six Sigma’s data‑driven discipline directly into faster releases, lower defect rates, and measurable cost savings.
Developed exclusively for MSI, the program layers core DMAIC methodology with Lean tools and DFSS concepts, all framed around the realities of information‑rich IT workflows – so you learn to map value streams across code, infrastructure, and support, isolate root causes with analytics already captured in logs and dashboards, and deliver improvements that minimize downtime without disrupting day‑to‑day operations.
Because the IT industry is uniquely positioned to exploit Six Sigma’s statistical rigor, graduates emerge ready to spearhead continuous‑improvement projects that prove the business value of technology and position them for roles such as IT Process Engineer, DevOps Lead, or Quality Assurance Coordinator.
The Lean Six Sigma Green Belt in Government (SSGBG)™ equips public‑sector professionals and contractors to trim red tape, speed up service delivery, and stretch taxpayer dollars by marrying Six Sigma’s data‑driven DMAIC approach with Lean Government’s emphasis on eliminating waste and inefficiency.
Developed exclusively for MSI, the curriculum shows you how to sync processes with citizen demand, slash bottlenecks in permitting and procurement, and ensure that every improvement complies with agency mandates and audit requirements. By mastering these tools – and validating your knowledge through an online, open‑book exam – you position yourself as a go‑to change agent for federal, state, or municipal initiatives that demand transparent, sustainable results.
The Six Sigma Lean Green Belt in Education (LGBE)™ equips teachers, school administrators, and operational leaders to identify waste, redefine “value” for stakeholders ranging from students and parents to governing boards, and deploy DMAIC projects that streamline academic and back‑office processes.
Developed exclusively for MSI, the program wraps sector‑specific Lean concepts around core Six Sigma analytics and is delivered entirely online with self‑paced study materials that let you prepare on your own schedule. The result is a credential that positions education professionals to cut costs, shorten cycle times, and enhance the learning experience without sacrificing compliance or stakeholder satisfaction.
The Six Sigma Green Belt in HR (GBHR)™ positions human‑resources professionals as pivotal change agents by uniting core DMAIC analytics with the day‑to‑day realities of talent management.
Developed exclusively for MSI, the program shows you how to staff and coach project teams, foster a culture of collaboration and customer focus, and steer employees through the people‑side of major process changes – skills that make HR an indispensable partner to project champions and senior stakeholders.
By covering the operational and integration duties HR must fulfill both within enterprise‑wide initiatives and its own departmental improvements, this certification gives you the tools to lead workforce selection, engagement, and change‑management efforts that keep Six Sigma projects on schedule and delivering measurable results.
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