How long does it take to become a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

[@ResilientFighter]

I am dissapointed to only see 1 student on this on her udemy link, I absoltuely love this!!!

[@BeautifulOpportunities]

Thanks! We will keep adding content to make it valuable to new learners.

[@Shaz93]

Hey Amanda! Thanks for your video. I'm not a stranger to Lean because I learnt it on my own to deal with a production-pipeline delay problem in my previous job! It really worked, with the issue getting resolved within about 5 months. I left my job to pursue my master's degree and met some part-time classmates in industry with green belts. I see the value of pursuing belts, and I love the methodology the more I learn about it. I think I will go get my white and yellow belts soon, and then a green belt if the chance presents itself!

[@BeautifulOpportunities]

That's great to hear! Keep an eye on my new videos as I'm rolling out a Global White Belt later this year. It'll be an online course with live instruction. Wish you the best on your journey!

[@Fr0zen14]

I'll be honest, I'm one of the short-cutters. I have free access to the classes for certs via military benefits AF udemy (boss literally sent email and said "you can do this if you want" and so I did white and yellow belt in a day, and did the green in about 5 days. I will not, however, go past green belt. I was looking to see if, maybe, I could muster the mental strength for 5 days but nah. Green belt has me whipped. I am a union worker, I work with my hands. I already hit the top of the payscale for my job, and managerial/operational type work is not my cup of tea. Thanks for the video. I mainly did it to kill some time during my deployment. Out of respect for other professionals, I will not shortcut further. I will now pursue a technical cert in my field of work. Hopefully the military will pay for my test. Okay, I am done now. Bye ;)

[@BeautifulOpportunities]

That's sounds like it was a great opportunity and fantastic you took advantage of it. While it might not have been the most comprehensive the important thing is applying what you've learned. Hope it hlgave you some insight that helps you grow and improve wherever you are.

[@breakfreefromthematrix]

Years ago in college I took a course on Quality Improvement that gave me an LSS yellow belt. I'm looking to level up some more now.

[@BeautifulOpportunities]

That's great! Thanks for sharing. Any additional questions around certification or Lean Six Sigma?

[@HenriShilumani]

Thank you for sharing❤

[@joshuatavra6678]

We recently brought in a black belt continuous improvement coach at our company and identified a constraint in the ​retail sector. We implemented the coaching kata and a new rotational system where the manager takes on the role of a coach rather than a boss. I have been enjoying the process and learning about the theories of ​Dr. Gallina, ​Deming, and ​Goldratt, as well as delving into ​value stream mapping and the theory of constraints through the classes with the coach. Despite the coach who is now a hired employee, I am considering pursuing my black belt certification as I believe she will mentor me through my career. Even though I do not have a BA in business, my experience as a corporate trainer and manager in a large retail company makes me confident that I can master it. However, I am unsure if pursuing the certification under these circumstances would be considered a shortcut. What do you think?

[@BeautifulOpportunities]

That sounds like you have a great opportunity to get coaching and feedback as you apply these tools. While Six Sigma is quite stats heavy what is most important to learn is around structured problem solving, which it sounds like you'll have good support for at your company. If you can take a program that allows you time to digest and apply the material that would be best.

[@fadihaddadin3069]

who should take these certificates? is it good for business people?

[@BeautifulOpportunities]

Anyone who wants to build skills in Problem Solving and Root Cause Analysis. It also teaches you what makes processes efficient and effective. All of those skills are wonderful for people in business.

[@christopherwood3643]

Hello, Amanda. Ive worked as a operation supervisor for about 5 years. I have created and developed process within the operation. They have been very successful, then I was asked to travel to help other facilities. Ive done more than I can count “continuous improvement projects”. We had a process development manager, he routinely gave me projects to work on. To the point where I was developing new processes on my own. Analyzing, tracking data, strategic solution options and implementing the process on shifts. When looking at videos I have been using most of the processes my career but only under the supervisor title, it might be time to move up 😂. Do you think I could qualify for black belt?..i believe I have a hand full of projects I could use for the black belt requirement..or would i need to start from white belt?

[@BeautifulOpportunities]

Hi Christopher. It is amazing how many of us use these tools in our work and never realize the connection. In your situation I'd recommend you start with Green Belt. If that's easy for you then you can move onto Black Belt. The harder question is to determine what type of certification to get, ASQ is generally the gold standard and if you think you could pass the exam you can sign up at their site. You can also purchase their book to determine if you qualify. There are many Green and Black belt programs online at different price points and levels of commitment feel free to reach out to me at [e-mail] for any additional support. Thanks.

[@christopherwood3643]

@@BeautifulOpportunities thanks so much for the response..i was thinking green or black. I still need to know the deeper understanding of content, the words and what not. I will def check it out! I am waiting to hear back from my employer To see if they have a program or reimbursement for it. I absolutely love this kind of work! I am hoping to get a position where I soley focus on continuous improvement and process development, it can be a challenge while having other job duties. I am learning more and more most companies cut this position out and put this on the operation team to figure out. Thats why I never really knew about it or position specifically crafted to do this work.

[@BeautifulOpportunities]

@@christopherwood3643 it definitely depends on the industry. The tools you learn in Green Belt are universal across industry and are parts of many other methodologies (ex: Agile). So they are dynamic and if you stay savvy you can definitely leverage your knowledge of them into some great positions. Whether the business calls them Operations, Scrummaster, or Process improvement engineer. Good luck on your journey and I hope your employer can help fund your journey. If so, you might want to consider a program like Villanova that is pricey but covers a broad range of the tools and helps you master them.

[@SOOAMAZINGNJ]

I need a certified sigma six website.

[@BeautifulOpportunities]

You may want to check out sixsigma.us, asq.com, or goleansixsigma.com. You can check out our recently posted video on sixsigma.us as well.

[@MD-wz8uz]

Hello Amanda. I am looking at getting my green belt certification in six-sigma. I was contacted by a college that would help me get the blackbelt master in 6 months. But watching your video I see that would be rushing things. But would you recommend getting a green belt in six months time and if so would you have any recommendations on where I should go to get it?

[@BeautifulOpportunities]

Hi MD! For something traditional I usually recommend sixsigma.us. Ideally programs will have you execute a project, which can often take six months. For Black Belt you should gave completed at least two. But what really matters is what you want to get out of it! If you want to chat further feel free to add some time to my calendar: calendly.com/azim-10/calendar

[@sanjeedsalih]

Hi Amanda could you suggest which class would be better for learning six sigma. Is it possible to get connected ?

[@BeautifulOpportunities]

Hi Sanjeed. I am replying to your email now to share that info with you. Thanks for reaching out.

[@yuvrajsaxena3019]

Hello Amenda ! I am pursuing MBA in operations will the Six Sigma belt will help me in the respective domain?

[@BeautifulOpportunities]

Definitely, you'll get a bit of it in your MBA but I've worked for many Operational leaders that have Lean Six Sigma training. Happy to chat more, you can email me at [e-mail] if you'd like more info.

[@anasiftikhar2433]

Hi how are you? i am confused between choosing lean six sigma path or ASQ CQE/CMQ path, i am working as a QA/QC engineer in a steel fabrication/manufacturing factory. please guide me on which path to follow and why?

[@BeautifulOpportunities]

What I recommend is to look at the job boards in your country. In the US Indeed.com and in NZ seek.co.nz. Look at 3-5 dream jobs youd want in the next five years. Check out what certifications they require. If you need additional support I offer a free 30-minute intro call and you can register for that here: calendly.com/azim-10/calendar

[@anasiftikhar2433]

@@BeautifulOpportunities hey, thanks for the advise i will definitely follow and will get back to you in case i need further guidance. Have a good day ma'am.

[@sonali.gokani]

What about lean 6 sigma yellow belt? My book from Govind Ramu does not have the word lean on it.

[@BeautifulOpportunities]

Some courses call it Lean Six Sigma and some that are more traditional are just called Six Sigma. Yellow Belt is between White Belt and Green Belt, it is usually 2 days and gives an Intro to Stats. Whether it is right for you is really dependent on your goals.

[@sonali.gokani]

@@BeautifulOpportunities thanks! So are ssyb and lssyb different in content or the same please?

[@BeautifulOpportunities]

LSSYB will blend in more Lean tools. A program that lists itself as SSYB is more likely to be heavy in Statistics (through Six Sigma tools). If you are in aerospace or nuclear or manufacturing the SSYB might be better. If you are in the service industry or an organization new to Process Improvement I'd lean towards LSSYB.

[@sonali.gokani]

@@BeautifulOpportunities super thanks.

[@ehabkammje6683]

can't agree more

[@BeautifulOpportunities]

Thanks!

[@rubenward8018]

What belt level do you recommend someone with a BBA in Management/minor in Operation Management, a Master's in Supply Chain Management, and 5 years of relevant work experience to start with first?

[@BeautifulOpportunities]

If you think you'll be more of a people manager I'd recommend a Lean for Leaders or similar program that covers the high level basics and the role of the Champion and Sponsor. If you expect to lead projects then Green Belt. A great and inexpensive place to start is White Belt, it will cover everything a Lean for Leaders course does and more.

[@gasparmasihy8484]

Hello Amanda, I’m currently working in Supply Chain Consultancy and my boss recommended me to get LSS Certifications (which they pay for me). I just graduated from university and I’ve been working there for only 8 months, and none of the projects that I’ve been in have been DMAIC. So I haven’t got any direct experience with LSS projects. But my boss insists that I should go for Green and Black belts. I have access to the courses, but since I haven’t got experience with LSS projects, I think it’s pointless for me to go for such an advance belt. What do would you recommend me to do/tell him?

[@BeautifulOpportunities]

Hi Gaspar. If you've previously had Quality or similar experience (ex: A3, PDCA, etc) then skipping White Belt makes sense. If you haven't, make sure you choose a Green Belt program that is pretty comprehensive (more than 4 days/30 hrs and/or project required). If possible, see if you can put time between the Green Belt and Black Belt. Maybe also connecting to why they want you to get certified. If you'd like to chat feel free to book time with me at beopportunity.com

[@cancerian007]

Hello , I am doing business right now and unaware of six Sigma . Can you pls suggest where to start and from which belt to start my knowledge from. Which is the best institute to do as udemy , sinplylearn and others are offering the course at a very affordable prices. Is there any way I can connect with you .

[@BeautifulOpportunities]

Hello. You should start with White Belt. If you'd like to talk in more detail please feel free to reach out at [e-mail]

[@LMventures]

does Lean Six Sigma Black Belt expire?

[@BeautifulOpportunities]

Nope, unlike ScrumMaster and other certifications this certification does not expire.

[@BhanuuChandarCJ]

Hi Amanda thanks for this video. I am a Project head in an IT company. But never thought of Six sigma certificate. I think go for Black belt but want to understand your view. Please help.

[@BeautifulOpportunities]

Hi Bhanu, thanks for sharing. I'd start with the White Belt or a Leadership option, then you can see if you want to commit to a bigger program like Green or Black Belt. I'd be happy to chat more about your options, feel free to book some time with me here: calendly.com/azim-10/30-minute-w-amanda

[@tobechiiheme3408]

@@BeautifulOpportunitieshigh Amanda I am equally looking for some advice. I am currently getting my MBA in business admin with a concentration of finance. I have also taken on various projects in an IT company. Do u mind if I set up time as well for a consultation?

[@BeautifulOpportunities]

@@tobechiiheme3408 please do, you can find my calendar here calendly.com/azim-10/discovery

[@chongjinyang1211]

Totally agree, there is no such thing as "Shortcut". I have obtained yellow belt from CSSC. Now, saving up for green belt. I have noticed there is green belt level 2 which requires project experience. Can I ask is there any recommendations on project training cources to help on achieving green belt level 2?

[@BeautifulOpportunities]

I offer one-on-one weekly mentoring for Green Belt project completion. If you don't have an MBB to support you it can be really difficult to finish a project. If you'd like to chat about your journey and learn more feel free to email me at [e-mail] and we can have a quick chat.

[@harshasudarshanasuraweera7968]

wt is the reconnized body ?

[@BeautifulOpportunities]

Asq.org is the gold standard for certification. They are the most widely recognized certification for Six Sigma.

[@premmalakar4367]

So tell me where to do

[@BeautifulOpportunities]

Hi Prem, if you'd like to talk about which option is right for you feel free to book some time with me and we can discuss: calendly.com/azim-10/30-minute-w-amanda

[@SukhwinderSingh-td7vb]

Simplilearn

[@BeautifulOpportunities]

@@SukhwinderSingh-td7vb Thanks for sharing. What did you like most about their program?

[@SukhwinderSingh-td7vb]

They provide a good amount of study material, detailed teaching classes and self learning materials. They also conduct doubt clearing session so its worth the pay. But there notes downloading and playing classes recorded videos is a bit hectic and you need a laptop to do that so it is bit inconvenient too.

[@BeautifulOpportunities]

@@SukhwinderSingh-td7vb That's great, thanks for the feedback. After the program were you able to complete a project?

[@jameshamilton3348]

Hi Amanda thanks for this useful knowledge. I've been dipping in and out of lean six sigma for the last 10 years now. And I've dabbled with getting certified. Many of he clients in work with in technology see six sigma as an outdated concept and are reluctant to listen to any suggestions on the topic. Is it worth me becoming certified in 2023 or has the business world moved beyond these concepts in favor of things like scrum and agile? I think if I do get the certification I would have to entirely rebrand myself as a Six Sigma consultant. which is fine but I'm wondering if theres still enough of a dedicated market for this kind of knowledge? Any insights you could shed on this would greatly help my decision.

[@BeautifulOpportunities]

That's great James, your experience using the tools is so valuable! Certification is great to get an interview but so many people lack the ability to apply the tools.

[@jameshamilton3348]

@@BeautifulOpportunities I guess my main question was less about whether or not to get the certification and more so if it's worth doing 6 sigma at all these days. Have people moved beyond it in favor of other things? A lot of my clients consider it an outdated methodology. Is this an opinion you share? Is there still a market for it?

[@BeautifulOpportunities]

Ah I see. Definitely SAFe / Agile certifications are highly in demand now. Also more organizations are adopting versions of Lean like Kata. It's worth it to have a search in your industry to see what types of certifications or experience they prefer.

[@AdrianGonzalez-ii7jb]

Nice

[@alexcerny5881]

What’s ASQ?

[@BeautifulOpportunities]

American Society for Quality. They are at ASQ.org

[@swapnilsalunkhe2306]

Does a sales person pursuing mba in marketing need to do six Sigma?

[@EmpressIntuition222]

Right ! I’m on here like… ummmm

[@BeautifulOpportunities]

While this certification can help boost your career, I wouldn't use the word need. In marketing you'll find similar tools and talk about value in the eyes of your customer. It can compliment your learning but isn't a requirement. There was a study in the early 2000s that showed a GB cert increased earnings more than an MBA.