Six Sigma and Lean Management

Success at the Highest Levels
Portland State’s Six Sigma program puts you on the fast track to achieving your career aspirations and the goals of your company. Here is your opportunity to discover the potential of continuous improvement methods that can make you an effective and in-demand Six Sigma specialist.
In the world of continuous improvement (CI) programs, Six Sigma is all about using statistical process control to further reduce defects and waste, and not just in manufacturing settings.
This is an introductory course giving you an overview of the concepts and tools of Lean and Six Sigma. While it cannot be applied toward a Six Sigma certification, the hands-on simulations will give you an understanding of an effective continuous improvement system.
Six Sigma certifications offered:
Yellow Belt Green Belt Black Belt Black Belt (Green Prerequisite)
Fall 2013 schedule will be available shortly.
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Certificates must be completed within three years
We require program completion within three years for good reason. Our courses and certificates are continuously updated to ensure that you learn the most up-to-date and relevant information. Courses completed outside of the three-year limit will need to be retaken for certificate completion.