Six Sigma Certifications

Tackle any challenge by harnessing the power of six sigma.

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Certified by the University of Michigan

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What is Six Sigma?

Earning a distinguished Six Sigma certification from the University of Michigan sets you on a path to success. Increase customer satisfaction, learn proven tools and analysis methods, and focus on process improvement. During the course, you will even put methodology into practice by managing a Six Sigma project at your organization.

Whatever your experience level, there is a certification for you. Six Sigma belt levels correspond to different levels of expertise. Those who are new to Six Sigma will start with a Green Belt program and may continue on to a Black Belt program. The Master Black program prepares you to teach others and to become a continuous improvement leader.

A variety of delivery options are available, so you can choose the course that best suits your needs. Renowned instructors, including University of Michigan faculty, teach all courses.

Courses consist of lecture modules, analysis of case studies, access to instructors, and a project. Topics include value stream mapping, process flow improvement, DMAIC problem solving, statistical process control, and much more. 

The University of Michigan (U-M) is the certifying body for our Lean Six Sigma training. The program is unaffiliated with professional organizations like ASQ and IASSC. U-M Six Sigma Certification is internationally recognized and well respected within industry.

DMAIC Six Sigma vs. Design for Six Sigma (DFSS)

DMAIC
Focuses on addressing existing problems.

DFSS
Focuses on designing quality into new products or services.

A methodology, systematic approach, set of statistical tools and a vehicle for customer focus, breakthrough improvement, and people involvement. Six Sigma… is the step-by-step approach to reduce variation in everything we do to improve customer satisfaction.
Don Lynch, Ph.D.
- Six Sigma Instructor

Courses

Lean Six Sigma (LSS)

Certification

Lean Six Sigma - Green Belt

Certification

Lean Six Sigma - Black Belt

Design for Six Sigma (DFSS)

Certification

Design for Six Sigma - Green Belt & Black Belt

Master Black Belt in Operational Excellence

Certification

Master Black Belt in Operational Excellence

Instructional Team

Pat Hammett, PhD

Pat Hammett, PhD

  • Lead Faculty, Six Sigma Programs
  • Academic Program Director, ME-OPE
  • Lecturer, College of Engineering

Don Lynch, Ph.D.

  • Vice President of Quality, Strategy, and Transformation, SKF USA Inc.

Nicole Friedberg

  • Lecturer, Mechanical Engineering

Luis Guzman, Ph.D.

  • Lecturer, Industrial & Operations Engineering

Articles & Interviews

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Student Spotlight: Matthew Sheaffer
what is six sigma

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