Lean Six Sigma Certifications
Lean Six Sigma is a data-driven methodology that helps companies improve efficiency and customer satisfaction. Earning a Lean Six Sigma certification from the Terry College of Business sets you apart, equipping you with valuable skills in analytical problem-solving, critical thinking, and process improvement.
Terry’s program combines online content, in-person instruction, and coaching, bringing together professionals from various industries committed to achieving flawless execution, continuous improvement, and peak efficiency in their organizations. Our program goes beyond core Lean Six Sigma methodology to include modules on Design Thinking and Leading Change to equip participants with the skills to identify high impact opportunities and secure support for their initiatives.
Who Will Benefit
- Individual contributors
- Analysts
- Supervisors
- Mid-level managers
- Project managers
- Leaders driving organizational change
- Executives overseeing improvement projects
Join us for an Info Session
Friday, September 19, 2025, Noon–1 p.m. EST
Information sessions are held virtually on Zoom.
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Phase I: Yellow Belt
Roles and Responsibilities
Contributes to project teams and deliverables, assists with data collection
Takeaways
- Learn Lean Six Sigma principles
- Understand the DMAIC problem-solving method, with a focus on the Define phase
- Explore emerging trends in design thinking techniques
Agenda
- Six Sigma Overview
- Lean Introduction
- Basic Six Sigma Statistics
- Introduction to Quality
- The DMAIC Roadmap
- Simple Lean Six Sigma Tools
- In Depth Focus on Define: Voice of the Customer, The Project Charter
- Process Analysis
- Basic Project Management
- Design Thinking
Course Delivery
The Yellow Belt certification is 100% online and self-paced.
Phase II: Green Belt
Roles and Responsibilities
Manages and leads projects, drives strategic initiatives, analyzes data
Takeaways
- Apply the Lean Six Sigma DMAIC method (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control)
- Analyze data to identify root causes
- Implement a solution and control plan to ensure the improved process is executed consistently
- Use design thinking, change management, and project management to tackle specific challenges or opportunities
Agenda
- Yellow Belt: Lean Six Sigma Foundations (self-paced, completed online)
- Yellow Belt Recap
- Leadership in Lean Six Sigma
- Green Belt Statistics — Normal Distribution, Sampling, Hypothesis Testing, Control Charts
- Green Belt Measure, Analyze, Improve, & Control
- Green Belt Lean Application
- Green Belt Project Management
Course Delivery Options
Live-Virtual
UGA eLearning Commons
Schedule and Time Commitment
- Five weeks of instructor-led videos and materials, exercises, and an exam
- Live meetings each Wednesday with recorded sessions for review
- Sit for your Green Belt certification exam during the course
In Person
Terry Executive Education Center
3475 Lenox Rd, Atlanta, GA 30326
Schedule and Time Commitment
- Complete the required virtual pre-work through the online platform prior to program start
- Three full-day sessions held at the Terry Executive Education Center in the heart of Atlanta’s Buckhead neighborhood
- Highly-interactive learning experience with leaders, fellow supervisors, and mid-level managers
- Breakfast, lunch, snacks, parking, and materials included with registration
- Sit for your Green Belt certification exam on the final day
Yellow Belt is included with Green Belt registration. If you already completed Terry’s Yellow Belt certification, the cost of Yellow Belt will be deducted from the Green Belt fee.
Phase III: Black Belt
Roles and Responsibilities
Manages and leads project teams, drives initiatives, and analyzes data
Takeaways
- Harness the full power of DMAIC and Lean Six Sigma tools
- Learn to use the strategic foresight of systems thinkers
- Adopt the innovation mindset of process designers (DMADV)
- Gain the transformational capability of enterprise architects
Agenda
- Green Belt Refresher
- Define Phase
- Measure Phase
- Analyze Phase
- Improve Phase
- Control Phase
- DMADV Overview
- Systems Thinking, Transformation Architect
- Capstone Progress Review/Coaching
Course Delivery
Live-Virtual
12-week program, meetings 6 p.m.–9 p.m.
A Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certificate is required to join this program. Proof of certification form an accrediting body must be submitted with registration. That can be a copy of your certificate or a confirmation of completion from the provider.
Special rates available for UGA alumni and multiple registrants from the same company. Group and Custom Program options also available.
Contact at 404-842-4827 or jason.parrish@uga.edu for details.
The value of this is worth well beyond the cost. What you take away from this is not only going to benefit the company but also the employees. It’s well worth the time and effort spent. We’ll highly encourage more employees and colleagues to come and take this course.
Want to Learn More?
We’re here to answer any questions you may have about the Lean Six Sigma programs or other programs provided by the Terry College of Business Office of Executive Education.
- Director of Conferences & Open Enrollment Programs, Executive Education