Black Belt Lean Six Sigma

Lean Practitioner Module (Days 1-2)

• Understand the philosophy, tools, and principles of Lean Management
• Assess operational performance, capacity, and resource losses
• Create and analyze process maps based on field observations
• Improve operational processes using Lean problem-solving methods
• Develop performance management routines and lead improvement workshops

Six Sigma Yellow Belt Module (Days 3-4)

• Understand the foundations of Lean Six Sigma and the DMAIC framework
• Identify the type of operational problem using the LSSx.0 typology and select the appropriate improvement trajectory
• Define relevant quality criteria based on customer expectations
• Identify root causes and evaluate potential improvement solutions
• Lead a DMAIC project addressing a simple operational problem

Six Sigma Green Belt Module (Days 5-7)

• Define project metrics and structure robust data collection plans
• Validate measurement systems to ensure reliable data
• Identify and quantify root causes through statistical analysis
• Develop statistical process monitoring systems
• Lead a DMAIC project addressing complex operational problems

Six Sigma Black Belt Module (Days 8-10)

• Validate and improve the precision and accuracy of measurement systems to ensure high-quality data

• Assess data distribution and select appropriate inferential statistical methods

• Apply hypothesis testing and linear regression to identify and quantify non-quality factors

• Design and conduct factorial Design of Experiments (DoE) to evaluate process parameter impact

• Optimize process performance by analyzing experimental results and defining optimal operating conditions

Lean Practitioner Module (Days 1-2)

Lean Foundations

• Principles and positioning of Lean Management
• Continuous improvement and Kaizen approach

Process and Flow Analysis

• Process and flow analysis (cycle time, takt time, bottlenecks)
• Work-in-progress, lead time, and Little’s Law
• Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and rhythm diagrams

Operational Improvement

• Waste elimination and value-added analysis
• Flow optimization and line balancing
• Pull systems and production control (kanban, continuous flow)

Lean Practices and Performance

• Visual management and Lean practices (5S, poka-yoke, SMED)
• Operational performance and efficiency indicators (OPE, FPY, RTY)

Six Sigma Yellow Belt Module (Days 3-4)

Lean Six Sigma Foundations

• Principles and positioning of Lean Six Sigma
• LSSx.0 problem typology and selection of the appropriate improvement trajectory

Problem Structuring

• Project definition and SIPOC process mapping
• Voice of the Customer and Critical-to-Satisfaction

Problem Analysis

• Problem metrics and measurement planning
• Root cause analysis using Pareto and Five Whys

Solution & Performance Management

• Solution identification and evaluation
• Performance monitoring and response plan

Six Sigma Green Belt Module (Days 5-7)

Statistical Problem Solving

• Application of the MAIC method to solve complex statistical problems
• Project metrics definition and structured data collection

Measurement System & Process Analysis

• Measurement system validation (Gauge R&R, linearity, bias)
• Process capability analysis and Voice of the Process

Statistical Analysis

• Process analysis using Y = f(X) logic and Ishikawa diagram
• Graphical data analysis, correlation, and confidence intervals

Improvement Validation & Control

• Statistical validation of improvements
• Statistical Process Control (SPC) and control charts

Six Sigma Black Belt Module (Days 8-10)

Measurement System Analysis

• Measurement system analysis (MSA)

• Concordance analysis (Kappa, Kendall)

• Gauge R&R using the ANOVA method

• Measurement system linearity and bias studies

Statistical Inference

• Introduction to hypothesis testing

• Normality testing

• Equality of variances tests

• Influence on central tendency (ANOVA, Mood’s median test, Kruskal–Wallis test)

• Chi-square association test

Correlation and Regression

• Pearson correlation analysis

• Simple and multiple linear regression

Design of Experiments (DoE)

• Design of Experiments fundamentals

• Two-level factorial designs

• Experiment resolution and number of repetitions

• Experiment execution

Optimization

• Analysis of main effects and interaction effects

• Pareto of effects

• Response surface methodology

• Response optimizer

All sectors (industry and services)

• Project managers and consultants (internal or external) in organization, quality, continuous improvement, or operational excellence

• Operations managers and production managers

• Supply chain and logistics managers

• Quality managers and quality engineers

• Process engineers and continuous improvement specialists

No prerequisites required.

Experiential & Inductive Pedagogy

• Kaizen-based role-playing simulation of a cross-functional business process (order reception, production, invoicing, shipping)

• DMAIC case study used as a structured guiding thread throughout the training

• Statistical problem-solving applied to complex and “discernible” improvement cases

• In-class Design of Experiments (DoE) simulations to optimize system parameters (paper flying machines case)

• Process capability analysis applied to real production cases (screw manufacturing and printing processes)

Interactive Learning Environment

• Small groups (maximum 12 participants) to foster interaction, idea-sharing, and peer learning

• Active participation through practical exercises and collaborative problem solving

Tools & Materials

• Statistical software: JASP, Statoscopex, and Minitab

• Excel-based statistical calculators and analytical models

• Training materials provided in PDF format

Reference books :

• LSSx.0 – 1. Flow Problems and Lean Management
• LSSx.0 – 2. Discernible Problems and Methodological Foundation
• LSSx.0 – 3. The Statoscope: Resolving Indiscernible and Related Statistical Problems

Assessment

Self-assessment and practice tests at the end of each module

The LSSx.0™ Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification is awarded upon successful completion of two separate examinations:

• Lean Management Examination

• Six Sigma Black Belt Examination

Both exams validate knowledge aligned with the LSSx.0™ body of knowledge, ensuring participants can lead statistically complex improvement projects and drive high-performance operational outcomes.

Examination Format

• Online, closed-book exams with remote video monitoring

• Lean Practitioner Examination : 25 multiple-choice questions – 50 minutes

• Six Sigma Black Belt Examination : 45 multiple-choice questions – 90 minutes

• Language: French or English

• Exams must be completed within six months of training

Passing Criteria

• Minimum score: 60% per exam

• One retake per exam included in case of failure

• Additional attempts available upon purchase of a new exam