Lean Six Sigma (LSS) BLACK BELT Training

Lean Six Sigma (LSS) Training

The BPMO team is licensed and authorized to train and certify individuals in Lean Six Sigma tools and concepts utilizing LSS training material and programs.

We have partnered with The Lean Six Sigma Company(link is external), allowing those who complete the training to receive an internationally recognized certification, along with lifelong access to training materials, templates, and much more.

This training is available to anyone on campus (must have a CalNet ID). External audiences interested can contact us at bpmo@berkeley.edu to discuss training options.

Dates and registration information is below. Class size is limited to 12 students, so sign up before the dates get filled.

If you'd like to discuss scheduling a session for your team (up to 12), contact us at bpmo@berkeley.edu.

What is LSS Black Belt Training?

The Black Belt Services training is for any individual who wants to become an expert in solving problems, using at times advanced data analysis and statistics. Black Belts tend to work on more complex projects. By continuously increasing the speed and/or quality of processes/products, the organization will improve customer experience and stay competitive and financially sound. If you want to master your Lean Six Sigma skills including change management this is the training for you!

Program Structure

This is a virtual course consisting of three full day sessions (if you've completed our Green Belt Program), incorporating interactive learning methods such as simulations, exercises, and discussions. After completing the training, you will lead a project under the guidance of a coach. The project typically takes 3 to 4 months to complete and is designed to deliver measurable improvements.

To be an effective Lean Six Sigma Black Belt you will need the skills to mobilize staff and departments whilst acting as a valued advisor to senior management in terms of quality management. For this reason, we will spend time on your analytical skills as well as your organizational skills.

By applying Lean Six Sigma principles in a real-world setting, your project will drive cost savings, efficiency gains, and performance improvements—benefiting both your department and the broader campus community.

Cost

Green Belt w/ Black Belt Add on: $3,800

If you've already completed the Green Belt program with us, contact us at bpmo@berkeley.edu to discuss options.

External audiences interested can contact us at bpmo@berkeley.edu to discuss training options and cost.

Who Should Attend

Lean Six Sigma (LSS) Black Belt training is open to all individuals at UC Berkeley who are interested in or involved in process improvements. Regardless of what department you're part of, this program provides the skills you need to optimize workflows and create efficiencies within your unit.

Join us in transforming UC Berkeley into an institution that leads not only in education but also in operational innovation and service delivery.

What You'll Learn:

This course includes both Lean and Six Sigma. Lean is all about speed and improving cycle times. Six Sigma is all about reducing variation and defects. As a Black Belt Services, you will master the skills to solve both challenges for your organization.

During the Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Services training, we will focus on a number of topics. First how to select the appropriate improvement projects. Second, you will learn a well proven and established structure to carry out these improvement projects with a team. You will focus on tools and methodologies to get the most out of the process, using data and statistical analysis. Finally, you will learn how to implement improvements and sustain them within the organization.