Lean Six Sigma Black Belt ISO 18404 Training Course

Is the Lean Six Sigma Black Belt ISO 18404 course suitable for me?

For individuals who have already completed the Yellow Belt and Green Belt training, this course would be the last step towards obtaining your Black Belt and working towards senior and managerial job roles while refreshing their memory on the previous levels. It would also benefit those new to Lean Six Sigma, as the Yellow Belt and Green Belt training and exams are included. 

If any of the following points relate to you, then the course would be suitable:

•  Looking to work in Project Management.
•  Gain an ISO 18404:2015 standard, globally recognised Lean Six Sigma certificate.
•  Anyone currently in a Project Team role that wants to learn and progress in their career.
•  Any Process Improvement Consultant looking to get certified.
•  Increased efficiency from all Projects Managers and Process team members will improve standards.

There are no prerequisites to enrol in this course.

How will the Lean Six Sigma Black Belt ISO 18404 course benefit me?

All the skills learnt throughout these three levels will benefit you and your organisation, as you can enhance customer satisfaction and improve productivity while reducing costs across the business.

You will learn how to identify and prevent product waste, benefiting the company and the customer, and remove any unnecessary processes for a more effective project.

When applying both methods and concepts used, you can expect changes that will help reduce costs and improve business retention.

All employers highly respect the ISO 18404:2015 standard in Lean Six Sigma. It shows that you can confidently support and teach Green and Yellow Belts within a company.

This qualification is recognised worldwide, providing a vast range of career choices.

What jobs can I apply for after my Lean Six Sigma Black Belt ISO 18404 training?

Once you have completed this training course and exams, senior roles will open to you. Your main objectives will be to lead, boost morale, and support project teams according to the concepts learned from the Lean Six Sigma Black Belt. You’ll be tasked with managing projects and implementing change. Both must be carried out with clear communication to all involved.

Typical job roles include:

•  Process Improvement Manager - £39k
•  Quality Manager - £41k
•  Continuous Improvement Manager - £44k
•  Six Sigma Black Belt Manager - £63k
•  Quality Assurance (QA) Director - £70k
•  Operations Director - £88k
•  Lean Six Sigma Consultant – Up to £96k

(Source: Payscale)

Why choose to study the Lean Six Sigma Black Belt ISO 18404 course with e-Careers?

We have developed an expert team over the last 10 years since our inception. In that time, we have trained over 600,000 delegates globally, which has helped offer the highest quality training, and we have earned a 5-star rating on Trustpilot, from over 10,000 students. 

By refining our processes, partner relationships, and course materials, we can offer high-quality training solutions for our delegates. 

Additional benefits:

•  Our Lean Six Sigma Certification is the only one that meets the global ISO 18404:2015 standard.
•  6-months access to course material.
•  From acquiring this qualification, you can earn on average £78,000.
•  Be a part of the CEPAS public register.
•  Use your new knowledge to support and train Yellow and Green Belts.
•  We have made the ISO 18404:2015 affordable for all students.
•  Price match guarantee (like-for-like).
•  Interest-free financial options are available.
•  Training includes mock exams, exams, and certification.

Additional Information about Lean Six Sigma

Since its inception in 2015, ISO 18404:2015 has provided an internationally recognised benchmark for Lean Six Sigma methodologies. 

ISO 18404:2015 defines the approaches organisations are required to meet and very few training organisations around the world are independently accredited to deliver Lean Six Sigma Certifications aligned to ISO18404:2015. 

e-Careers is the official training provider nominated by CEPAS, A Bureau Veritas Company, to deliver ISO18404:2015 Lean Six Sigma Certifications to individuals globally. 

Why is there a need for an ISO standard for Lean Six Sigma? 

With no universal standard for Lean Six Sigma, training results varied widely between delegates, making it hard for employers to see the true value of an individual and their experience. As many training courses were either uncertified or not certified to a high enough standard, ISO 18404:2015 was introduced to become a strict Lean Six Sigma standard. 

What does an ISO 18404:2015 certification mean for me? 

Being trained to the strict ISO 18404:2015 standard enables you to explain to others that you meet the single standard of Lean Six Sigma, making you a valuable, highly trained Lean Six Sigma team member. ISO 18404:2015 certification holders are highly sought after, and your certificates will showcase your knowledge and skills to future employers. ISO 18404:2015 certificates are internationally recognised, and your credentials will be published on an online public register, accessible by employers and clients. 

Bureau Veritas has been an international leader in testing, inspection, and certification services for almost 200 years! 

• They generate over €5 billion in revenue a year.
• In 2016, Bureau Veritas acquired CEPAS to be able to focus on the people certification market.
• As an organisation, Bureau Veritas has over 74,000 employees, in 1,400 offices and laboratories.
• They are recognised in over 140 countries.

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Syllabus

As a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, you'll be able to improve your organisation from a senior level and take on managerial responsibilities over other project team members, such as Yellow and Green Belts. You will be able to demonstrate and teach key Lean Six Sigma principles and methodologies, to improve your organisation’s project processes and reduce waste. You will be able to act as a Change Agent and Leader who champions the use of continuous improvement throughout the organisation. 

What are the Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Training online course modules? 

Module 1- The Black Belt Role

•  Black Belt Role
•  Other Belts
•  Black Belt Responsibilities
•  Black Belt Qualities

Module 2- Organisational Planning

•  Lean Six Sigma Fundamentals
•  Lean Specifics
•  Six Sigma Specifics
•  6 Improvement Methods
•  Business Systems
•  Strategic Planning Tools

Module 3- Organisational Management

•  Leadership
•  Team Development
•  Team Roles
•  Motivations
•  Coaching
•  Communication
•  Personal Development 

Module 4- Organisational Measures

•  Business Performance VS Process Performance
•  Business Financial Measures
•  Business Benefits
•  Benchmarking

Module 5- Organisational Change

•  Change and Learning
•  Learning Styles
•  Organisational Culture
•  Stakeholder Engagement
•  Communication Planning

Module 6- Organisational Deployment

•  Strategic Deployment
•  Impact Analysis
•  Project Tracking

Module 7- DMAIC for Black Belts

•  Deliverables of a Lean Six Sigma Project
•  Advanced Lean Tools
•  Advanced Six Sigma Tools
•  Understanding KPI’s
•  Advanced-Data Collection
•  Probability and Analysis
•  Generating Solutions
•  Risk Management
•  Sustaining Change

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Exam Details

Through the Yellow, Green and Black Belt exams, you will have your knowledge of this syllabus and key competencies tested and verified, as set out by the ISO 18404:2015:2015. Your exam fee is included in the cost of this course. 

Yellow Belt Exam format

•    Online, proctored exam
•    Multiple-choice
•    32 questions
•    A mixture of knowledge and insight questions and Lean Six Sigma statements
•    50 minute duration
•    65% pass mark

Green Belt Exam format

•    Online, proctored exam
•    Multiple-choice
•    40 questions
•    A mixture of knowledge and insight questions and Lean Six Sigma statements
•    50 minute duration
•    65% pass mark

Black Belt Exam format

•    Online, proctored exam
•    Multiple-choice
•    60 questions
•    A mixture of knowledge and insight questions and Lean Six Sigma statements
•    60 minute duration
•    65% pass mark

We recommend taking the CEPAS Lean Six Sigma Certification Exams within the first 6 weeks after your course completion date.

***Please note there is a Black Belt Annual Maintenance and Recertification cost. For those in the UK, the Annual Maintenance cost is £42, and the Recertification cost is £119, paid every 5 years. Fees vary by country.