Lean Six Sigma: Black Belt focuses on mastery of Lean Six Sigma theory, strategies, and advanced tools and techniques through in-depth application and analysis, thereby enhancing professional expertise to implement and lead complex projects, and the skills to teach and mentor others. The focus of the Black Belt course is on in-depth coverage of topics including, but not limited to: value stream mapping, advanced statistical theory, design of experiments, advanced design for six sigma (DFSS), project management for large projects, coaching and mentoring teams for process improvement, advanced hypothesis testing, history and theory of quality, advanced lean theory and tools, implementation of LSS in an organization, and use of advanced Minitab features. Participants must complete a project to meet the Certificate of Completion: Black Belt issued by the University.
This intensive, seminar-type course is limited to five people who have completed the Washburn University Lean Six Sigma: Green Belt course or, if having completed a similar program, will be required to read the “Business Improvement Guide” developed by Crimson Corporation prior to the course. The class meets four hours once a week for ten weeks with required readings and assignments of about four hours a week due. In addition to the course work, participants will work on their project which is to be completed within three months of the final class session. One-on-one consultation is provided during this time to help with projects and provide coaching on the course materials. Written course materials are provided; participants must provide their own Minitab 15 Statistical Software.
Cost is $2200. Late fees apply. See registration information at side bar for more information.
Professional Development Hours: 80