Six Sigma Black Belt Upgrade Training | Six Sigma Training in St Louis

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 & 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

Six Sigma Black Belt Qualification

This Six Sigma Black Belt Upgrade course is designed for Six Sigma Green Belt certification holders who wish to upgrade to the Black Belt. The Black Belt is a highly sought-after certification, which demonstrates Six Sigma expertise and individual ability to control and guide business development projects using the Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control (DMAIC) model.

Six Sigma Black Belt Upgrade Exam Information

To achieve the Six Sigma Black Belt Upgrade, candidates will need to sit for an examination. The exam format is as follows: 

• Question Type: Scenario based questions and multi choice questions
• Total Questions: 40
• Pass Mark: 70%
• Duration: 2.5 Hours
• Open Book/ Closed Book: Closed Book

Who should attend this Six Sigma Black Belt Upgrade Course?

Six Sigma Black Belt Upgrade Course is typically open to individuals with a Six Sigma Green Belt certification and some experience in leading Six Sigma projects. The following professionals can benefit from attending this course:

• Six Sigma Green Belt Certified Professionals
• Quality Assurance Professionals
• Project Managers
• Business Strategists
• Team Leaders
• Transformation Managers
• Organisational Leaders

Prerequisites of the Six Sigma Black Belt Upgrade Course

Delegates must have earned the Six Sigma Green Belt certification before pursuing this Six Sigma Black Belt Upgrade Course. It is also suggested that candidates review the topics covered during their Yellow and Green Belt Training Courses.

Six Sigma Black Belt Upgrade Course Overview

Six Sigma is a data-driven methodology aimed at reducing defects and improving processes through statistical analysis and systematic problem-solving. The Black Belt Upgrade is a highly knowledgeable training course that demonstrates Six Sigma expertise and an individual's ability to control and guide business development projects using the Define, Measure, Analyse, Improve, and Control (DMAIC) model.

For organizations, this training fosters a culture of continuous improvement, leading to optimised performance and a competitive edge in the marketplace. Studying this training will help delegates handle complex projects while easily implementing Six Sigma methodology. Pursuing this Six Sigma Certification training will also help individuals get familiar with Six Sigma strategies that will help them be successful in their career prospects and enhance opportunities to work in multinational companies.

This 5-Day Six Sigma Training by The Knowledge Academy is designed to provide delegates with principles and methodologies of Six Sigma. Delegates will recognise the Black Belt's major areas of responsibility, including control frameworks and collecting data. They will also learn the importance of a data collection plan in order to have the right data to analyse the success of the project. In addition, delegates will be introduced to advanced statistical and distribution theory terminology. Our highly experienced trainer will conduct this Six Sigma Training and equip delegates with knowledge of Six Sigma.

Course Objectives

• To learn statistical tools and techniques for data-driven decision making
• To focus on real solutions to an area’s biggest problems
• To foster the ability to identify, analyse, and reduce process defects
• To get familiar with the key stages of the emotional cycle of change
• To make use of methods that provide a framework for improvement
• To establish the current process defect level and a baseline for future

After attending this Six Sigma Certification, delegates will be able to implement numerous applications of Six Sigma in their businesses without much adjustment. They will be able to control and guide business development projects efficiently.

Skills You'll Gain After Completing Six Sigma Black Belt Upgrade Course

Six Sigma Black Belt Upgrade Course strengthens advanced analytical, leadership, and improvement capabilities required for enterprise-level Six Sigma deployment. Learners gain hands-on expertise aligned precisely with Black Belt responsibilities, governance, and advanced statistical application.

Core skills gained from this training are:

• Advanced DMAIC Governance: Apply Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control (DMAIC) governance and guide Measure phase execution to ensure structured delivery of improvement initiatives.
• Enterprise Risk Management: Identify and manage business and DMAIC-related risks using structured risk management procedures aligned with organizational governance requirements.
• Flow Optimization and Cell Design: Design tasks and work cells, apply practical layout techniques, and optimize process flow to achieve defined flow improvement objectives.
• Statistical Analysis Using Minitab: Professionals perform hypothesis testing, Analysis of Variance (ANOVA), and uncertainty measurement using Minitab software.
• Experimental Design and Control: Acquire capability in Design of Experiments (DOE), control charts, and Measurement System Analysis (MSA) to sustain performance.

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

• Six Sigma Black Belt Upgrade Examination
• World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
• Six Sigma Black Belt Upgrade Certificate
• Digital Delegate Pack