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Program Description for Six Sigma Green Belt	View Basket

Provider

Western Michigan University

Date of last update

5/8/2012

Description

This is a non-credit course offered completely online through Western Michigan University's Extended University Programs Six Sigma is a quality improvement methodology structured to reduce product or service failure rates to a negligible level (roughly 3.4 failures per million opportunities). Six Sigma companies typically spend less than five percent of their revenues addressing and repairing quality problems. To achieve these levels, the Six Sigma process encompasses all aspects of a business, including management, service delivery, design, production, and customer satisfaction. As a philosophy, Six Sigma drives business culture and requires a nearly flawless execution of key processes, making Six Sigma a high standard for companies and individuals to achieve. By reducing process variation, Six Sigma frees an organization to focus on improving process capability. As sigma levels increase, the cost of poor quality decreases and profitability increases. This is why Six Sigma is highly associated with the delivery of consistent, world-class quality. The Six Sigma Green Belt Online Training Program provides you with an overview of the Six Sigma concepts and tools, including Six Sigma deployment practices, project development, and the DMAIC problem-solving approach. Once you’ve completed this program, you’ll be ready to successfully participate in a Six Sigma team. Upon registering, you're given an initial six months to complete the program. Should you need more time, you may request a six-month extension at no additional charge.

Contact Name

Contact Phone Number

(269) 387-4200

Contact URL

http://www.wmich.edu/offcampus/professional/non-credit.php?cid=46&s=business

Course Length

6 Months

Admission Requirements

To take this program, you should have a general understanding of basic mathematical functions, the reading comprehension level of a high-school graduate, and general proficiency in using Windows-based computer software. This program is compatible with the Windows XP and later operating systems and IE 7 and later browsers. To access this program and study guide, you'll need a Web-enabled computer. You will also need Excel 2003, 2007, or 2010 in order to complete the program.

Credential Earned

Other

Other Credential Description

Online Certificate

Sources of Financial Assistance Accepted

Individual Training Accounts, http://www.gatlineducation.com/fin_aid.html

Estimated Waiting Period to Enter Program

1 Weeks

License Fee for Employment

Program Cost

$1,895

Additional Costs

Internship/Externship Required

New Program

Completion Rate

100.0%

Number of Graduates in the last year

Employment Rate

Not Available

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Training-Related Placement Rate

Not Available

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Average Starting Wage

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Program Description for Six Sigma Green Belt