--- title: Certified Six Sigma Black Belt description: Master Six Sigma principles and methods for process improvement. Prepare for ASQ certification. Learn DMAIC, statistics, and advanced tools. image: https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Six%20Sigma%20and%20Lean.png --- [Home](https://aspire.loyola.edu/?hsLang=en) [Categories](https://aspire.loyola.edu/products?hsLang=en) Leadership and Management Skills [Certified Six Sigma Black Belt](https://aspire.loyola.edu/products/2655690325#) ![product_image](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Six%20Sigma%20and%20Lean.png) # Certified Six Sigma Black Belt #### $2,195 Start Today! [Add to cart](https://careertraining.ed2go.com/loyola/training-programs/certified-six-sigma-black-belt/) #### [ Professional Credits: ](https://aspire.loyola.edu/credit_terminology?hsLang=en) CEU: 12 #### $2,195 Start Today! [Add to cart](https://careertraining.ed2go.com/loyola/training-programs/certified-six-sigma-black-belt/) ![](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Completion.png) Completion Time 120 hours ![](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Access%20time.png) Access Time 183 Days ![](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Outcome.png) Outcome Industry Certification ![](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Language.png) Language English ![](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Training%20level.png) Training Level Intermediate #### Delivery Information: Online Asynchronous Self-paced #### Description Are you interested in obtaining a highly-valued and much-sought-after professional certification? If so, the Certified Six Sigma Black Belt course is for you! The Six Sigma methodology is a data-driven approach to removing defects and improving processes at any organization. As a Six Sigma Black Belt, you will be responsible for initiating projects and directing the efforts of company teams. In addition to mastering key Six Sigma concepts and methods, you'll obtain valuable information that will prepare you for the Six Sigma Black Belt certification offered by the American Society for Quality (ASQ). Learn how to effectively apply the elements and methods of Six Sigma. Understand how a vast body of knowledge relates to the DMAIC (define, measure, analyze, improve, and control) model. Determine the relationship of basic statistics to Six Sigma and learn about the Six Sigma business case including strategic planning, the voice of the customer (VOC), quality function deployment (QFD), benchmarking, and financial investment methods. Discover how to use brainstorming, Pareto charts, and critical to quality to help define processes, problems, and opportunities. Master the use of other key tools such as cause and effect diagrams, checksheets, scatter diagrams, failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA), and force field analysis. Learn the basics of advanced Six Sigma tools such as design of experiments (DOE), analysis of variance (ANOVA), hypothesis testing, control charts, and probability distributions. #### Learning Outcomes What you will learn: - Certified Six Sigma Black Belt - Understand the DMAIC (define, measure, analyze, improve, control) model - Gain knowledge of the Six Sigma business case and related strategic planning and voice of the customer requirements - Differentiate between key Six Sigma metrics and define processes, problems, and opportunities by applying brainstorming and critical to quality - Find out the basics of flowcharts and learn how to develop/test hypotheses - Determine how to define, plan, implement, and complete a project by creating project deliverables that satisfy stakeholders - Discover the power of work breakdown structure (WBS), Gantt charts, and network scheduling methods How you will benefit: - You will be prepared for the Six Sigma Black Belt certification offered by the American Society for Quality (ASQ) - Obtain guidance through the use of ASQ's Six Sigma's Body of Knowledge (BOK) as a path forward approach #### Requirements ** ##### Technology Requirements Hardware Requirements: This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook. Software Requirements: Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins. - PC: Windows 8 or later. - Mac: macOS 10.6 or later. - Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible. Cookies and JavaScript must be enabled - The latest Adobe Reader/Acrobat Reader ( free download available at https://get.adobe.com/reader/ ) - Any modern Office suite: Microsoft Office, Apple iWork, OpenOffice, or LibreOffice Other: - Reliable internet connection. Broadband cable or highspeed DSL is recommended for optimal experience. - E-mail account (to be able to register and to receive e-mail from the course system regarding registration, course status, etc.) ##### Prerequisites Prerequisites: Prior to taking this course, you must be knowledgeable in basic Algebra and Statistics. To be successful in this course, it is strongly recommended that you complete your Black Belt project at your current place of employment. Black Belt-level process improvement projects require significant real-time data, which is easier to obtain when you are presently employed. Projects must also be based on an actual business and are subject to approval by a Master Black Belt. Examples include: - Manufacturing Floor – Reduced manufacturing product defects - Human Resources Department – Reduced recruitment cycle time - Accounting Department - Reduced accounts payable invoice processing costs If you are currently unemployed, then you should instead take a Green Belt level certification course. Certification Requirements: Candidates must have worked in a full-time, paid role. Paid intern, co-op, or other coursework cannot be applied to the work experience requirement. Three years of on-the-job experience in one or more of the areas of the CSSBB Body of Knowledge & one completed project with a signed affidavit OR two completed projects with signed affidavits. #### Enroll My Team ** Are you looking to enroll your team in this training Course? You Can: ##### Option 1 Click "Add to Cart" and then update the number of seats you'd like to purchase in yout cart. [Add to Cart](https://careertraining.ed2go.com/loyola/training-programs/certified-six-sigma-black-belt/) ##### Option 2 Contact us to explore enrollment options, including potential discounts! [Contact Us](https://aspire.loyola.edu/individuals-contact-form?hsLang=en) ### $2,195 ##### Start Today! [Add to cart](https://careertraining.ed2go.com/loyola/training-programs/certified-six-sigma-black-belt/)