Six Sigma is a process improvement methodology. It is a disciplined, data-driven approach for eliminating defects and waste from a process. Six Sigma Certification is designed to prove your proficiency in the fundamentals of this process improvement technique. To gain Six Sigma certification online, you must pass an exam that tests your understanding of the concepts. Upon passing the exam, updated for 2022, you’ll be certified directly by the Management and Strategy Institute, and you’ll be authorized to use the professional designation on your resumé.
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Lean Six Sigma | Healthcare | IT | Government | Education | Human Resources
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Optional Industry-Specialization:
Lean Six Sigma
Price: $199.95
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The Six Sigma White Belt is the entry-level certification for Six Sigma. All members of an organization should be certified as a White Belt since it explains the overall concepts of process improvement. Certifying your team as White Belt’s ensures the entire organization understands the goals and benefits of an improvement project.
MSI encourages anyone interested in learning about Six Sigma to obtain their Lean Six Sigma White Belt. Anyone within your organization who may be affected by a Six Sigma project should be certified at this level. The Management and Strategy Institute offers this belt-level for free.
The White Belt is an entry level certification. The typical length of training is 30 minutes to 1 hour.
The Six Sigma Yellow Belt is considered an expert in a particular aspect of a process being improved. They generally review current and new processes that support the project. Yellow Belts have a very narrow focus within the project and can fall anywhere within the organization’s hierarchy.
You should obtain your Six Sigma Yellow Belt if your company is initiating a Six Sigma project and your department may be affected. If you are knowledgeable in your current work environment, you may be selected as a subject matter expert for the Six Sigma project. If you are an individual looking to get certified on your own, independent of your organization, we recommend you skip the Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt and consider taking a higher-level belt.
The typical training time required to study for the Yellow Belt certification is 25-45 hours (1 to 3 weeks).
The Six Sigma Green Belt works within a project collecting data and assisting with the analysis of that data. Green belts may also lead smaller Six Sigma projects from time to time if they have experience. The Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (LSSGB) role adds the additional skill of waste reduction. This is why Lean Six Sigma is so popular in industries like manufacturing and healthcare.
You should obtain your Six Sigma Green Belt if you will be working directly on a Six Sigma project for your organization. The Green Belt level works under the direction of a Black Belt. If you are looking to get certified independently of an organization, then the Green Belt level is an excellent option for someone looking to gain a solid understanding of Six Sigma principles.
The average completion time for studying the Green Belt training material is 45-95 hours (1-3 months). The training material is self-paced so you’re able to move at a speed that is comfortable for you.
The Six Sigma Black Belt is the leader of a Six Sigma project. They are the project managers responsible for the overall project execution. They also give instruction and training to Green belts and yellow belts.
If you are a project manager, or if you’ll be leading a Six Sigma project for your organization you should obtain your Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification. If you are looking to get certified independently of an organization, then the Six Sigma Black Belt is an excellent option for anyone who has a leadership position within their organization. It is also the preferred option if you are seeking management-level positions, work in project management, or hold a bachelor’s degree or higher from a university.
The Black Belt average study time is 2-4 months (95-195 hours). Perspective Black Belt’s should take their time studying the included training material to ensure they have a solid understanding of all Six Sigma methods. All MSI training programs are self-paced, so individuals with experience, or those who can comprehend the material quickly, can move faster if desired.
The Six Sigma Master Black Belt is the most experienced project member. A Master Black belt isn’t required on every project but is often used during large, complex projects. Six Sigma Master Black Belts also act as trainers, training lower-level belts and new project team members.
The Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt level is generally reserved for people who already hold a Black Belt certification and have many years of experience leading Six Sigma Projects. People often think that a Master Black Belt is a higher-level than a Black Belt, but this is not really true. The Master Black Belt typically performs a few different functions than the Black belt, but that is primarily due to experience. Master Black Belts provide training and support to Black Belts and Green Belts. They may also lead multiple projects simultaneously. They typically have strong analytical and statistical skills and have many years of experience leading projects at the Black Belt level. You should not attempt the Master Black Belt certification unless you meet the following two criteria:
The Six Sigma Champion is the individual in charge of the project. They initiate the project, set the budget, and work with company stakeholders to define the goals. The Champion is someone with influence within the organization, usually a Vice President or higher. Champions must have the ability to clear any roadblocks that occur during the project.
If you’ve been tasked to launch a process improvement effort within your organization and are in a senior leadership position, then the Six Sigma Champion certification is appropriate. If you are looking to get certified independently of an organization, then the Champion is a great option for those in leadership positions and business owners.
You do not need to get certified in all of the belt levels. Most people only get Six Sigma certified in the belt level that they’ll be working in. When you register for a Six Sigma certification through the Management and Strategy Institute there are no prerequisites. The higher-level belts include all of the lower-level training material. For example, if you register for our Six Sigma Black Belt Professional certification, it includes all of the Yellow and Green belt training material and you will learn that material first, before moving on to the Black Belt material.
Having a Six Sigma Certification on your resume shows employers that you have a strong understanding of quality and process improvement methods. In today’s corporate environment, employers are looking for employees who can fill multiple roles precisely. The MSI Six Sigma Body of Knowledge is in direct alignment with these goals, which is why quality improvement-based certifications are among some of the most sought-after certifications in business today.
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