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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Introducción a Lean Six Sigma

      Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Leadership and Management, Operations Management, Strategy and Operations, Business Psychology, Organizational Development, Planning, Supply Chain and Logistics, General Statistics, Marketing, Probability & Statistics, Sales, Strategy

      4.7

      (297 reviews)

      Beginner · Course · 1-4 Weeks

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      University System of Georgia

      Six Sigma Tools for Analyze

      Skills you'll gain: Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Process Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Strategy and Operations, Basic Descriptive Statistics, Correlation And Dependence, Data Visualization, Estimation, General Statistics, Operational Analysis, Operations Management, Operations Research, Probability & Statistics, Probability Distribution, Research and Design, Supply Chain and Logistics, Business Intelligence, Business Process Management, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Software Engineering, Software Testing, Statistical Tests, Strategy

      4.7

      (1.7k reviews)

      Beginner · Course · 1-4 Weeks

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      University System of Georgia

      Six Sigma and the Organization (Advanced)

      Skills you'll gain: Business Analysis, Entrepreneurship, Strategy and Operations, Supply Chain and Logistics, Business Process Management, Operational Analysis, Performance Management, Operations Management, Project Management, Customer Analysis, Design and Product, Product Management, Customer Relationship Management, Finance, Leadership and Management, Marketing, Planning, Process Analysis, Customer Success, Human Computer Interaction, Organizational Development, Sales, Strategy, User Research

      4.7

      (3.1k reviews)

      Intermediate · Course · 1-3 Months

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      University System of Georgia

      DFSS for the 6 σ Black Belt

      Skills you'll gain: Design and Product, Leadership and Management, Computer Programming, Entrepreneurship, Operations Management, Product Design, Product Management, Programming Principles, Software Engineering, Software Testing, Strategy and Operations

      3.1

      (8 reviews)

      Mixed · Course · 1-3 Months

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      University of Houston

      Value-Based Care: Quality Improvement in Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Leadership and Management, Marketing, Sales, Strategy, Strategy and Operations, Human Resources, Leadership Development, Planning, Supply Chain and Logistics

      4.8

      (16 reviews)

      Beginner · Course · 1-4 Weeks

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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Supply Chain Operations

      Skills you'll gain: Operational Analysis, Operations Management, Strategy and Operations, Supply Chain and Logistics, Business Analysis, Operations Research, Supply Chain Systems, Entrepreneurship, Inventory Management, Leadership and Management, Planning, Problem Solving, Spreadsheet Software

      4.8

      (3.8k reviews)

      Beginner · Course · 1-4 Weeks

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      University System of Georgia

      Six Sigma Advanced Improve and Control Phases

      Skills you'll gain: Business Psychology, Entrepreneurship, Leadership and Management, Organizational Development, Strategy and Operations, Operational Analysis, Operations Management, Supply Chain Systems, Planning

      4.8

      (579 reviews)

      Intermediate · Course · 1-3 Months

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      University System of Georgia

      Six Sigma Advanced Analyze Phase

      Skills you'll gain: Probability & Statistics, Experiment, General Statistics, Business Analysis, Probability Distribution, Statistical Tests, Basic Descriptive Statistics, Correlation And Dependence, Data Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Econometrics, Estimation, Regression, Statistical Analysis

      4.7

      (855 reviews)

      Intermediate · Course · 1-4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a Project Charter with Google Docs

      Skills you'll gain: Leadership and Management, Project Management, Strategy and Operations

      4.5

      (357 reviews)

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Duke University

      Medical Neuroscience

      4.9

      (2.6k reviews)

      Advanced · Course · 3-6 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Inclusive Leadership: The Power of Workplace Diversity

      Skills you'll gain: Collaboration, Communication, Entrepreneurship, Human Resources, Leadership Development, Leadership and Management, People Development, Business Psychology, Culture, Emotional Intelligence, Accounting, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Finance, Financial Analysis, Investment Management, Strategy

      4.9

      (1.7k reviews)

      Beginner · Course · 1-4 Weeks

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      University System of Georgia

      Six Sigma Tools for Define and Measure

      Skills you'll gain: Business Analysis, Business Process Management, Data Analysis, Entrepreneurship, General Statistics, Operational Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Project Management, Strategy and Operations, Basic Descriptive Statistics, Research and Design, Statistical Analysis, Supply Chain and Logistics, Survey Creation, Business Psychology, Leadership and Management, Organizational Development

      4.6

      (2.2k reviews)

      Beginner · Course · 1-4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular six sigma courses

    • Introducción a Lean Six Sigma: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Six Sigma Tools for Analyze: University System of Georgia
    • Six Sigma and the Organization (Advanced): University System of Georgia
    • DFSS for the 6 σ Black Belt: University System of Georgia
    • Value-Based Care: Quality Improvement in Organizations: University of Houston
    • Supply Chain Operations: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Six Sigma Advanced Improve and Control Phases: University System of Georgia
    • Six Sigma Advanced Analyze Phase: University System of Georgia
    • Create a Project Charter with Google Docs: Coursera Project Network
    • Medical Neuroscience: Duke University

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Six Sigma

    • Six Sigma is a process improvement methodology that is important for quality management across a wide range of industries. It is defined by the American Society for Quality (ASQ) as “a method that provides organizations tools to improve the capability of their business processes” by reducing variation in output and improving performance and profitability. “Sigma” refers to standard deviations, or the variance of a set of data from its mean, and “six sigma” processes result in plus or minus three standard deviations (i.e. six total standard deviations) from the center line in a control chart.

      As this name and definition suggest, Six Sigma methodology places a strong emphasis on statistics and rigorous data analysis. While there can be some differences in specific implementations of these techniques, a particularly emblematic and widely shared methodology used by virtually all Six Sigma professionals is the process known as the “DMAIC” cycle: define, measure, analyze, improve, and control.

      Lean methods of process improvement are closely related to Six Sigma, and in fact are sometimes combined as “Lean Six Sigma.” While both methodologies rely on statistics-driven approaches to quality management, lean approaches focus on eliminating waste and non-value added processes, in contrast to the traditional Six Sigma emphasis on reducing variation and improving control. In practice, these techniques are often interrelated and complement each other, as both work towards the goal of delivering the highest level of quality at the lowest cost.‎

    • Because Six Sigma techniques can be applied in any business that require a high level of process control and efficiency, an education in this methodology is a gateway to a wide range of careers. Industries that employ Six Sigma professionals include manufacturing, construction, mining, design, and agriculture, and typical roles using these skills are found in project management, operations management, and supply chain management.

      While an education in Six Sigma can be acquired through courses at a variety of institutions, specific certification in Six Sigma (and/or Lean Six Sigma) methodology are provided by organizations such as ASQ, the Council for Six Sigma Certification, and the International Association for Six Sigma Certification (IASSC). Practitioners are awarded “belts” based on their level of expertise in a similar fashion as the marital arts, progressing from yellow belt to green belt to black belt.‎

    • Yes, Coursera offers individual courses as well as Specializations spanning multiple courses that can prepare you for Six Sigma certification, as well as courses to provide you with additional tools to complement your Six Sigma (and and Lean Six Sigma) education.

      Because these courses are offered by renowned institutions like the University of Georgia, the University of Amsterdam, and Rutgers the State University of New Jersey, you can learn online while maintaining a high level of quality control over your own education. Learning online also allows you to complete course materials on a flexible schedule, making them an ideal fit for working professionals that want to add new skills to their toolkit.‎

    • Before learning Six Sigma, it's helpful to have good problem-solving skills. You'll also benefit from having current or past experience in leadership positions before learning Six Sigma. Experience with training, teaching, mentoring, or coaching is also very helpful. Six Sigma has level rankings that build upon each other. Therefore, you'll need to begin at the lowest introductory level (white belt) before advancing up the ranks to yellow belt, green belt, black belt, and master black belt Six Sigma. Good communication skills, management skills, and experience with business processes are also important to have before starting to learn Six Sigma.‎

    • People best suited in roles in Six Sigma are those who are natural leaders or comfortable in leadership roles. It's also helpful to be someone who is currently experiencing a problem to solve, particularly within an organization, so that your studies are directly relevant to your current situation and can be applied in the real world. But even if that's not the case, those who are in management roles are well suited for roles in Six Sigma. People who have a positive attitude are also well suited for these roles.‎

    • Learning Six Sigma may be right for you if you have a need within your business or organization for quality improvement and are willing to follow a systematic process to solve issues and eliminate inefficiencies and defects. If you're in the corporate world and looking for a tool that is effective and proficient in quality management, learning Six Sigma may be right for you. It might also be helpful if you have a need to improve communications with your employees, shareholders, or customers or if you want to improve the total process of your product design, communication, and interaction within your organization.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.
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