Six Sigma Certification: A necessary step in your career in any industry.

Six Sigma is a philosophy, set of tools, methodology and culture, and aims to identify, analyze, and eliminate variability within a process. Sigma, represented as σ in the Greek alphabet, is a mathematical symbol used to represent standard deviation. Within a process, the sigma level estimates defect probability. When a process operates to a level of 6σ, it is without error 99.99966% of the time; products will be essentially defect free. This study article is for people who have made an effort to study Six Sigma and are ready to pursue a certification.

How to choose certification level

For those who are new to Six Sigma training, there are chances of getting confused while choosing the certification level. Sometimes people are unsure about the level of the certification best suited to their level of understanding on quality-related terms. To solve this problem you have to make self-analysis over the six sigma topic and your job requirements.

1. How to Prepare for Six Sigma Black Belt Certification
2. How to Prepare for Six Sigma Green Belt Certification
3. Learning Six Sigma Basics, I would suggest you
4. Six Sigma – Introduction
5. Six Sigma – History
6. Six Sigma – Key Components

You can enroll for Hurrit Global Business School’s 8-week six sigma online courses and learn all necessary concepts by following these link.

Six Sigma: Total Quality Fundamentals
Six Sigma: Total Quality Application

For in-depth learning, training and certification, Huritt’s 6-12 months online programs are the followings:

Lean Business Operations: Manufacturing and Services
Six Sigma Green Belt Certification Training
Six Sigma Black Belt Certification Training
More Lean Six Sigma Certification Programs

The best way to master this material is to apply it. While studying, interact with others doing the same. Look for opportunities everywhere to apply this knowledge; at your job, at a place you volunteer, at home, when talking with friends who work in different positions or even different industries – there is no shortage of opportunities out there. A great way that I have found to study is to try to explain material to others. Over the last few years people have spent a lot of time discussing Six Sigma careers and application of Six Sigma techniques and methodology in the workplace. After completing the six sigma course, you will learn and have complete understanding of the followings:

1. Value of Being Six Sigma Aspirant – The Concept Seed
2. DMAIC and DMADV Lenses to Examine Business Process
3. Innovation and Six Sigma Goes Hand in Hand
4. How Six Sigma Ensures Quality in Process
5. How Six Sigma Can Bring Spark of Process Change in Organization

Industries Where Six-Sigma is Practiced

• Six Sigma – Manufacturing Organization
• Six Sigma – Healthcare Industry
• Six Sigma – IT Sector
• Six Sigma – Finance Sector
• Six Sigma Certification Preparation Guidance
• Lean Six Sigma – Operations

I first came across the concept of lean six sigma in the 1990s during my graduate business school years in the operations management class. I  took the certification training and passed the Six Sigma Certifications years ago. I learned that no Six Sigma certification exam preparations can be done in a vacuum; you rely on study guidance to make success. Studying for Six Sigma certifications is no different. Be proactive about your studying and interact with the community as a whole. I was fortunate to have been in the quality management and operations at a biotechnology manufacturing company to fully appreciate the application of Six Sigma. The knowledge of Lean Six Sigma will present you with the mind set of quality as a competitive tool and for long stay in any industry. And most importantly you will learn how things are done and managed correctly in an effort to achieve set out goals and continuously improving the process in a very consistent operational procedure that eliminates chaos. Give yourself the skill set of lean six sigma and competitively advance your career. Try it, I’m sure it will work for you in 2017. All the very best

Good Luck!!

From the Desk of HGBSE President