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101 Things A Six Sigma Black Belt Should Know
A comprehensive list of knowledge a black belt should know -- this might be helpful before taking your certification exam. From Thomas Pyzdek Consulting Inc.
ASQ Six Sigma Black Belt Program
ASQ is certifying Black Belts. Visit this page for associated requirements, the body of knowledge, exam dates, fees, and useful references.
Bank Deposits: A Black Belt Case Study
A case study of how a Black Belt used Six Sigma tools to define, measure, analyze and improve a transactional bank deposit process, resulting in yearly savings of $4MM. From iSixSigma.
Batter Up!
How a black belt stepped up to the plate and used his skills to improve his RBI process. (PDF also available.) From Quality Digest, written by Thomas Pyzdek.
Black Belt Certification
The International Quality Federation is striving to certify Six Sigma Black Belts. There is no defacto certification currently. (PDF) From Thomas Pyzdek.
Black Belt Performance Appraisal/Goal Sheet
Black Belts require clear cut targets/parameters for an appraisal. The thread includes a specific goal sheet that readers can refer to. From iSixSigma.
Black Belt Practice Exam
Are you thinking of becoming a black belt? Think you have what it takes? Take this exam and find out -- it even scores you! From Quality America.
Developing Black Belt Change Agents
Black Belts and Change Agents should know how to survive 'Pity City' and the 'Valley of Despair.' Learn to navigate the issues associated with change and improvement projects from two experts on this subject. The successful results lead to greater business efficiency and profitability. From Val Larson, Mike Carnell and iSixSigma.
History Of The Six Sigma Belt System
Where did the Six Sigma Belt System originate? Why are Six Sigma change agents called Green Belts, Black Belts and Master Black Belts? What is behind the Black Belt name? This discussion tries to shed some light on the subject. From the iSixSigma Discussion Forum.
Mad Belt Disease: Over-Emphasis on Certification
Six Sigma success comes when organizations make a broad and sustained commitment to deep-seated culture change. It does not come as a result of heroic efforts by a small group, no matter how knowledgeable, determined, or well-trained. From Gary Gack and Six Sigma Advantage.
Not All Black Belts Are Created Equally
Many certified Six Sigma black belts are as useless in factories as they are in a dark allies. They're being churned out of four-week seminars that are offered by every business school in the country. To successfully harness the Six Sigma methodology to solve problems and improve your processes, you can't allow your Six Sigma initiatives to be hijacked by a self-serving black belt certification process. From Industry Week.
Sample Six Sigma Black Belt Interview / Hiring Questions
An iSixSigma reader shares his thoughts on the best questions to ask a Black Belt candidate during an interview. From iSixSigma Discussion Forum.
Six Sigma Curriculum and Body of Knowledge
The Six Sigma methodology encompases everything from project management to statistics. Are you ready for Master Black Belt, Black Belt or Green Belt certification? Learn the appropriate body of knowledge for each level of your organization. From iSixSigma.
Statistical Tools In Six Sigma
What to emphasize and de-emphasize in training Six Sigma Black Belts and Master Black Belts. (PDF file). From G. Hahn, N. Doganaksoy, C. Stanard and GE CRD.
The Six Sigma Revolution
This document explaining the revolution of Six Sigma also presents the infrastructure and roles of the MBB, BB and GB. From Pyzdek Consulting, Inc.
To BB Or Not To BB?
Deciding whether to become a Six Sigma Black Belt (BB) is a major career decision, and you should carefully consider the pros and cons. From Jim Fishbein and Mary Federico, Rath & Strong.
Top Ten Six Sigma Black Belt Candidate Qualities
What should you look for in a Black Belt candidate, or how should you develop yourself for a Black Belt position? This article describes the role of the Six Sigma Black Belt and what qualities are necessary when you sit down to interview -- or be interviewed -- for the next open Black Belt position. From iSixSigma.
What is a Black Belt?
This article describes the roles of the MBB, BB and GB. From Quality Digest.
Words Of Advice For Frustrated Black Belts
We've all been there before - frustrated with projects, business culture and a lack of support for Six Sigma. Here are suggestions for overcoming Black Belt frustrations. From Zack Swinney and iSixSigma.
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