Six Sigma Lean Black Belt Certification
Six Sigma Lean Black Belt Professional (LBBP)®
Training Material & Certification Test $299.95 ($399.95 Advanced Option Available) 
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The Six Sigma Lean Black Belt Professional (LBBP)® certification, issued exclusively through the Management and Strategy Institute, has been developed to test your fundamental understanding of both Six Sigma and Lean concepts at the Black Belt level.
Lean Six Sigma Black Belts are project leaders within their organization. They typically have a strong understanding of the DMAIC process as well as maximizing customer value while minimizing waste. They use Six Sigma and Lean processes throughout an organization-wide Lean Six Sigma quality improvement project. Lean Black Belts map out the current components of a process and identify which of those elements are waste. They then work to change or improve those wasteful elements and construct a new process that is leaner. This Six Sigma Lean Black Belt Certification program includes the online certification exam. It also includes online study material which will assist you in preparing for the certification exam. Once certified, you'll be mailed your physical certificate & transcripts in the mail. The Management and Strategy Institute offers one of the most respected certifications in the industry. We hold US Trademark Reg. No. 4,253,896 and are the only company authorized to certify individuals as a Lean Black Belt Professional (LBBP)®. Our Lean Black Belt also holds many industry accreditation's to ensure you're getting a certification that is both respected and recognized. |
Now includes the Management and Strategy Institute's exclusive BBsim™ Black Belt project simulation. This Six Sigma simulation walks you through different stages of a Six Sigma project so you'll gain valuable experience. In the Black Belt simulation, you'll need to decide which tools a Black Belt should use at different stages of the DMAIC process. Some of the decisions you'll make include "what tool can you use to group the project tasks into a hierarchical order?", "how will you identify and rank the potential failure modes?", and "what tool is often used to test reliability and validity?". The simulation will walk you step-by-step through each section and help put you inside the thought-process of a Black Belt as they conduct a project.
We also offer a Six Sigma Black Belt Certification without the Lean component for those who do not want their certification to have a Lean concentration. You may also be interested in our Six Sigma Green Belt.
We also offer a Six Sigma Black Belt Certification without the Lean component for those who do not want their certification to have a Lean concentration. You may also be interested in our Six Sigma Green Belt.
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What is Included for the price of $299.95?
Six Sigma Certification Requirements: There are no prerequisites for the Six Sigma Lean Black Belt certification. The training material includes all of the course work required to learn the system. You do not need to be a certified Yellow Belt or Green Belt prior to taking this program. Is the Lean Black Belt Certification Test Difficult? Certification exams through the Management and Strategy Institute are designed to test your fundamental understanding of a subject. The Six Sigma Lean Black belt certification exam is an “open note” exam, meaning you may use any notes you’ve taken while studying. The exam is timed, so you will not be able to look up answers to questions while taking the test. You will not have access to the online study material while taking the exam and you may not stop the exam once it has begun. It is very important that you have a solid understanding of Six Sigma and Lean principles before attempting the exam or you will not pass. This certification is aligned with the MSI Six Sigma Black Belt Body of Knowledge. How in-depth is the training? The Six Sigma Lean Black Belt certification, by definition, is a high-level certification. It is designed to give you a solid understanding of most facets of Six Sigma. This also includes an understanding of Lean processes and how it is used in conjunction with Six Sigma. It does not require a project to complete. This professional development course was designed to teach someone with little knowledge of Six Sigma the basic skills needed to function as a Lean Black Belt on a Six Sigma team. All required training material is included with the cost of the exam. Many executive jobs today require that their employees have at least a basic understanding of Six Sigma. For an example, click on this job search link to see how many positions mention the words "Six Sigma". How long is the training course? The training course is self-paced. Time to complete and fully comprehend will vary with every individual. It may take several days or weeks of study before you feel comfortable to take the final test. You may take the final exam as soon as you're ready. You have 1 year from the date of purchase to complete the course. How is the exam structured? This certification exam is timed with a limit of 3 hours. The exam is completed online from home or work. You may take the exam as soon as you are ready, it does not need to be scheduled in advance. All questions are multiple choice. Is there an additional study guide I can order? Yes, MSI offers several options for those who would like to order a book to assist with their studies.
Credits Received: Participants who successfully complete this certification program will receive:
Who is the certifying body? You are registering for the Six Sigma Lean Black Belt Professional (LBBP)® certification program through the Management and Strategy Institute (MSI). This certification is exclusive to MSI and you will be certified directly by the Institute upon passing, not a 3rd party certifying or accrediting body. What will I receive after I pass my test? You will be mailed a Certificate Of Completion, as well as a letter of congratulations and two copies of our training verification letters which you can give to employers who request it. The certificate is heavy-stock, cream paper suitable for framing. [View Example] How would I list this certification on my resume? Certifications are generally the last item listed under the education section of your resume. List them directly beneath your college information in this format: Certifications: Management and Strategy Institute - Six Sigma Lean Black Belt Professional (LBBP)™ |
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Reviews:
"I work in Healthcare administration and all management talks about is cutting down on costs. Lean is used heavily in my hospital so I decided to take a lean six sigma program. MSI's program included all of the training material and the exam so I felt it was a good value for the money. I finished the whole program in just 3 weeks." - Rajesh E.
"There were a lot of programs to choose from but most wanted thousands of dollars. The other less expensive programs didn't seem as reputable as MSI. I also like that the Black Belt is recognized internationally since I travel for work." Timothy D. "The study material included with the program was very helpful. I ordered the book too, but only used the online material to prepare for the exam. My employer paid for the MSI certification so it's obviously a certification they respect. I'm one of the only people in the company with a Black Belt certification, so I believe it should help with future promotions and opportunities." Christopher R. Digital Badge Awarded Upon Certification:
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Lean Organizations
Lean Six Sigma Black Belts follow the principle of the Lean Enterprise. Lean organizations include industries such as manufacturing, service, healthcare, government, and more. Six Sigma and Lean methodologies work well together because they both work to fix quality issues. To be successful, Black Belts must have the ability to create a culture of process improvement. A Six Sigma project isn’t just about implementing improvement tools and productivity improvements; it’s about creating a mindset of change. Lean enterprise eliminates waste and non-value-added activities. The success of Six Sigma and Lean is based on building a culture of support to validate the change in the process.
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Leadership
Lean Black Belts require a unique combination of skills to be successful. Strong statistical and analytical skills are needed since project metrics can often be complex. Fortunately, statistical software now handles the majority of calculations on modern projects. The Project leader will often work with Green Belts to identify Muda, or the seven elements of waste. Analysis of this waste helps the organizational stakeholders analyze processes to ensure they are efficient. Beyond technical skills, the Lean Black Belt must be a skilled leader. Working with the champion, they act as the project manager and oversee all elements of an active project. Roles are laid out in the charter, one of the first documents created when starting a new project.
Salary of a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
The Management and Strategy Institute conducted a survey of over 1,500 certified Black Belts throughout the US and internationally. As of 2021, the reported starting salary of a new Black Belt was $59k to $68k. For Black Belts with two+ years experience and at least two completed projects, the wage increases to $72k to $81k. For experienced Black Belts, defined as individuals with at least five years experience and 5-7 completed projects, the reported salary was $98k to $115k.
The day-to-day activity of a certified Lean Black Belt professional
The day-to-day role of a Black Belt consists of office work and meetings. They regularly meet with company stakeholders to present their findings or discuss project roadblocks. It also requires something called Gemba (Gemba Walk). The term means “the actual place” in Japanese and means that Black Belts often go directly to the source of a problem to see it for themselves. This gives them firsthand knowledge of the quality management involved in a process, rather than simply reading about it in a manual. They may also develop entirely new processes using Design for Six Sigma and Quality Deployment when implementing those processes.
Lean Six Sigma Black Belts follow the principle of the Lean Enterprise. Lean organizations include industries such as manufacturing, service, healthcare, government, and more. Six Sigma and Lean methodologies work well together because they both work to fix quality issues. To be successful, Black Belts must have the ability to create a culture of process improvement. A Six Sigma project isn’t just about implementing improvement tools and productivity improvements; it’s about creating a mindset of change. Lean enterprise eliminates waste and non-value-added activities. The success of Six Sigma and Lean is based on building a culture of support to validate the change in the process.
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Leadership
Lean Black Belts require a unique combination of skills to be successful. Strong statistical and analytical skills are needed since project metrics can often be complex. Fortunately, statistical software now handles the majority of calculations on modern projects. The Project leader will often work with Green Belts to identify Muda, or the seven elements of waste. Analysis of this waste helps the organizational stakeholders analyze processes to ensure they are efficient. Beyond technical skills, the Lean Black Belt must be a skilled leader. Working with the champion, they act as the project manager and oversee all elements of an active project. Roles are laid out in the charter, one of the first documents created when starting a new project.
Salary of a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
The Management and Strategy Institute conducted a survey of over 1,500 certified Black Belts throughout the US and internationally. As of 2021, the reported starting salary of a new Black Belt was $59k to $68k. For Black Belts with two+ years experience and at least two completed projects, the wage increases to $72k to $81k. For experienced Black Belts, defined as individuals with at least five years experience and 5-7 completed projects, the reported salary was $98k to $115k.
The day-to-day activity of a certified Lean Black Belt professional
The day-to-day role of a Black Belt consists of office work and meetings. They regularly meet with company stakeholders to present their findings or discuss project roadblocks. It also requires something called Gemba (Gemba Walk). The term means “the actual place” in Japanese and means that Black Belts often go directly to the source of a problem to see it for themselves. This gives them firsthand knowledge of the quality management involved in a process, rather than simply reading about it in a manual. They may also develop entirely new processes using Design for Six Sigma and Quality Deployment when implementing those processes.
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