Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Upgrade - United Kingdom

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Upgrade Course Outline

Module 1: Role of the Black Belt

• Black Belts’ Place in the Business
• Black Belt Skill Set
• Green Belts’ View of the World
• Black Belts’ View of the World
• How the Industry Identifies Black Belts?
• Who does the Black Belt Work with?
• Case Study

Module 2: Black Belt DMAIC

• How the Black Belt helps the Green Belt During DMAIC?
• Measure Phase
• DMAIC Programmes
• Governance

Module 3: Enterprise Risk Management

• Risks Lie in Two Areas
• Who Should Handle Risk?
• DMAIC Risk
• View of Business Risk Management
• Basic Risk Management Procedure
• Business Risk Management in a Nutshell

Module 4: Physical Cell Design and Optimising Flow

• In a Nutshell
• Task and Work Cells
• Flow Improvement Objectives
• Practical Layout Design

Module 5: Black Belt as a Trainer

• Characteristics of Adult Learners
• Three Common Learning Styles
• Preparing the Training
• Top Tips
• Case Study

Module 6: Statistics Basics

• Introduction and SPC Refresh
• Common Terminology
• Measuring Uncertainty
• Minitab Run-through

Module 7: Process Capability

• Process Capability: Review from Green Belt

Module 8: Hypotheses Tests

• Introduction to Hypotheses Testing
• Working with Hypotheses Tests
• Hypothesis Test Roadmap
• Anderson Darling Normality Test
• To Open the Worksheet
• The Results
• Testing for Means
• t-tests Consider More than Just the Means…
• t-test Exercise
• Z test
• Testing for Medians
• Where Could I Use Median Tests?
• Median Hypothesis Tests
• Testing for Standard Deviation (Variance)
• Equal Variance Hypothesis Tests
• Exercise: Test for Equal Variance
• Interpreting the Results
• Using Bartlett’s Method
• Testing for Proportions and Percentages
• Proportions and Percentages Hypothesis Tests

Module 9: Exercise Using Minitab’s – 2 Proportion Test

• Scenario
• Abbreviated Instructions
• Reviewing the Results

Module 10: Exercise Using Minitab’s - Chi-Square Test

• Scenario
• Abbreviated Instructions
• Interpreting the Results

Module 11: ANOVA

• Required conditions for ANOVA
• The ANOVA “family”
• ANOVA Terminology
• Hypotheses Tests and One-way ANOVAs
• Exercise - One-way ANOVA
• Exercise - Multi-way ANOVAs

Module 12: Data Collection Planning for Hypotheses Tests

• General Points
• Sample Size
• How a Greater Sample Size Reduces Uncertainty?
• Case Study

Module 13: Design of Experiments (DOE)

• Overview of DOE
• Where to Use Design of Experiments?
• DOE Terminology (1)
• Design of Experiments Flow Diagram
• Walkthrough: SB Glass Co
• Step 1: Investigate the Process
• Step 2: Gather Data
• Recording the Data: Building the Worksheet
• Minitab Creates an Initial DOE Worksheet
• Team Completes the Worksheet
• Step 3: Analyse Data
• Teams’ First Analysis of the Data
• Minitab does its Stuff

Module 14: Probability Distributions

• Overview
• Normal Distribution
• Binomial Distribution
• Poisson
• Exponential
• Weibull

Module 15: Advanced Control Charts

• Introduction and Refresher
• Key Control Charts
• Data Collection Planning for Control Charts

Module 16: Measurement System Analysis (MSA)

• Overview
• Understanding Gauge R&R
• Minitab Walkthrough

Module 17: Lessons from Queue Theory

• Modelling Queues
• Psychology of Queuing

Module 18: Lean Metrics

• General overview
• Key Metrics
• Using Lean Metrics

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Exam Information

Our Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Course is divided into two modules. The first covers Yellow Belt fundamentals and Green Belt concepts, including the Define, Measure, Analyse, Improve, and Control (DMAIC) methodology. The second focuses on advanced Lean Six Sigma Black Belt concepts and techniques.

Examination Requirements: Delegates must successfully pass the Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt, Green Belt and Black Belt examinations to obtain the Lean Six Sigma Black Belt qualification.

Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Exam Information

To achieve the Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt, delegates will need to sit for an examination. The exam format is as follows:

• Question Type: Multiple Choice
• Total Questions: 40
• Pass Mark: 70%
• Duration: 1 Hours
• Open Book/ Closed Book: Open Book

Delegates are required to attend the Lean Six Sigma Yellow Training Course before sitting this exam.

Who Should Attend This Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Upgrade Course?

This Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Upgrade Training Course is suitable for experienced professionals looking to strengthen their expertise in advanced process improvement, statistical analysis, and Lean Six Sigma leadership. It is particularly beneficial for:

• Project Managers
• Quality Assurance Managers
• Senior Process Improvement Specialists
• Operations Managers
• Continuous Improvement Leaders
• Experienced Data Analysts
• Process Improvement Managers

Prerequisites for the Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Upgrade Course

Delegates must hold the Lean Six Green Belt Certificate to attend this course.

• You will also need a laptop with a copy of Minitab installed.
• A 30-day version is available, so details of how to install this will feature in your pre-course package.
• Make sure to pre-install Minitab properly, as the 30 days must cover the duration of the Black Belt Course.

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Upgrade Course Overview

The Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Upgrade Course develops advanced knowledge of Lean Six Sigma, DMAIC, enterprise risk management, process capability, statistical analysis, hypothesis testing, Design of Experiments, and advanced control methods.

Delegates will develop skills in analysing complex process data, applying advanced statistical techniques, evaluating process capability, and supporting Green Belts during improvement activities. They will also strengthen their ability to use Minitab and apply structured problem-solving methods.

This 5-Day course by The Knowledge Academy helps delegates progress from Green Belt to Black Belt-level capability. They will be better equipped to lead process improvement initiatives, manage improvement activities, and support sustained operational performance.

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Upgrade Course Objectives

• To deepen knowledge of Lean Six Sigma principles at the Black Belt level
• To apply advanced statistical techniques to process improvement challenges
• To evaluate process capability, variation, and improvement opportunities
• To use hypothesis testing, ANOVA, and Design of Experiments effectively
• To apply risk management and advanced process control techniques
• To strengthen leadership and support Green Belts during improvement initiatives

Learning Outcomes of this Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Upgrade Course

Upon completing this Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Upgrade Course, delegates will be able to apply advanced Lean Six Sigma tools, analyse complex process data, and evaluate improvement opportunities. They will also strengthen their ability to manage risk, support improvement teams, and lead structured Black Belt-level initiatives.

What’s Included in this Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Upgrade Course?

• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Upgrade Examination
• World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
• Interactive Learning with 24*7 Support
• Digital Delegate Pack