Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (ICBB)
Credential: Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (ICBB)
Credentialing Agency: International Association for Six Sigma Certification (IASSC)
Renewal Period: 3 years
The International Association for Six Sigma Certification (IASSC) Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (ICBB) is a professional who is well versed in the Lean Six Sigma Methodology, who leads complex improvement projects, typically in a full-time capacity. A Lean Six Sigma Black Belt possesses a thorough understanding of all aspects of the Lean Six Sigma Method including a high-level of competence in the subject matters contained within the phases of Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control (DMAIC) as defined by the IASSC Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Body of Knowledge. A Lean Six Sigma Black Belt understands how to implement, perform, interpret and apply Lean Six Sigma at an advanced level of proficiency. There are no prerequisites required in order to sit for the IASSC Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Exam.
More information can be found on the certifying agency's website.
Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (ICBB)
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility Requirements
- Credential Prerequisite
- Experience
- Education
- Training
- Membership
- Other
- Fee
Note: This credential may have multiple options for becoming eligible. Listed are the minimum requirements based on the minimum degree required.
Exam Requirements (View Details)
- Exam
- Written Exam
- Oral Exam
- Practical Exam
- Performance Assessment
RECERTIFICATION SUMMARY
Renewal Period: 3 years
AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
International Association for Six Sigma Certification (IASSC)
2415 East Camelback Road, Suite 700
Phoenix, AZ 85016
Phone: (602) 734-0561
Contact Page
Written Exam
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Define Phase
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The Basics of Six Sigma
- Meanings of Six Sigma
- General History of Six Sigma & Continuous Improvement
- Deliverables of a Lean Six Sigma Project
- The Problem Solving Strategy Y = f(x)
- Voice of the Customer, Business and Employee
- Six Sigma Roles & Responsibilities
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The Fundamentals of Six Sigma
- Defining a Process
- Critical to Quality Characteristics (CTQ’s)
- Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ)
- Pareto Analysis (80:20 rule)
- Basic Six Sigma Metrics
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Selecting Lean Six Sigma Projects
- Building a Business Case & Project Charter
- Developing Project Metrics
- Financial Evaluation & Benefits Capture
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The Lean Enterprise
- Understanding Lean
- The History of Lean
- Lean & Six Sigma
- The Seven Elements of Waste
- 5S
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The Basics of Six Sigma
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Measure Phase
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Process Definition
- Cause & Effect / Fishbone Diagrams
- Process Mapping, SIPOC, Value Stream Map
- X-Y Diagram
- Failure Modes & Effects Analysis (FMEA)
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Six Sigma Statistics
- Basic Statistics
- Descriptive Statistics
- Normal Distributions & Normality
- Graphical Analysis
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Measurement System Analysis
- Precision & Accuracy
- Bias, Linearity & Stability
- Gage Repeatability & Reproducibility
- Variable & Attribute MSA
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Process Capability
- Capability Analysis
- Concept of Stability
- Attribute & Discrete Capability
- Monitoring Techniques
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Process Definition
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Analyze Phase
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Patterns of Variation
- Multi-Vari Analysis
- Classes of Distributions
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Inferential Statistics
- Understanding Inference
- Sampling Techniques & Uses
- Central Limit Theorem
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Hypothesis Testing
- General Concepts & Goals of Hypothesis Testing
- Significance; Practical vs. Statistical
- Risk; Alpha & Beta
- Types of Hypothesis Test
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Hypothesis Testing with Normal Data
- 1 & 2 sample t-tests
- 1 sample variance
- One Way ANOVA
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Hypothesis Testing with Non-Normal Data
- Mann-Whitney
- Kruskal-Wallis
- Mood’s Median
- Friedman
- 1 Sample Sign
- 1 Sample Wilcoxon
- One and Two Sample Proportion
- Chi-Squared (Contingency Tables)
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Patterns of Variation
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Improve Phase
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Simple Linear Regression
- Correlation
- Regression Equations
- Residuals Analysis
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Multiple Regression Analysis
- Non- Linear Regression
- Multiple Linear Regression
- Confidence & Prediction Intervals
- Residuals Analysis
- Data Transformation, Box Cox
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Designed Experiments
- Experiment Objectives
- Experimental Methods
- Experiment Design Considerations
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Full Factorial Experiments
- 2k Full Factorial Designs
- Linear & Quadratic Mathematical Models
- Balanced & Orthogonal Designs
- Fit, Diagnose Model and Center Points
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Fractional Factorial Experiments
- Designs
- Confounding Effects
- Experimental Resolution
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Simple Linear Regression
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Control Phase
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Lean Controls
- Control Methods for 5S
- Kanban
- Poka-Yoke (Mistake Proofing)
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Statistical Process Control (SPC)
- Data Collection for SPC
- I-MR Chart
- Xbar-R Chart
- U Chart
- P Chart
- NP Chart
- Xbar-S Chart
- CumSum Chart
- EWMA Chart
- Control Methods
- Control Chart Anatomy
- Subgroups, Impact of Variation, Frequency of Sampling
- Center Line & Control Limit Calculations
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Six Sigma Control Plans
- Cost Benefit Analysis
- Elements of the Control Plan
- Elements of the Response Plan
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Lean Controls
Exam Preparation Resources
There are a number of resources available to help you prepare for the Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (ICBB) examination:
- General References
- Related Training
Testing Information
Testing for this credential is handled by Pearson VUE. The test centers are located in the U.S. They also have some test centers on military bases.
To find out more, use the following links on the Pearson VUE website:
For more information on the International Association for Six Sigma Certification (IASSC) testing process, visit the agency website.
RECERTIFICATION
Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (ICBB)
Renewal Period: 3 years
Additional considerations for the Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (ICBB) include:
- There are no prerequisites required in order to sit for the IASSC Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Exam. For those who wish to sit for the exam it is recommended, but not required, that Lean Six Sigma training is obtained through a qualified institution, Lean Six Sigma trainer or corporate program. It is also recommended, although not required, that those sitting for the exam have some degree of real-world Lean Six Sigma work experience and project application experience.