With many courses, two hours of coaching support is provided, and additional time is available for purchase if needed. Expert coaching is one of the Top Five Best Practices for generating step change in project execution as well as enhanced return on investment. Coaching provides a lifeline and helps keep projects on track. When you [...]
A Master Black Belt is an experienced Black Belt who has completed several significant projects and has received additional training in advanced Six Sigma tools. Master Black Belts serve as technical mentors and resources for both Black Belts and Green Belts. They provide coaching and may also provide training.
Master Black Belt certification is definitely worth it. The training exposes you to new tools and techniques to solve more challenging problems. But beyond the training, certification demonstrates that you are a practitioner who can apply the appropriate tools and techniques to achieve tangible business results.
Of course, salaries vary by region and industry, but each year the American Society for Quality (ASQ) conducts an annual salary survey. In their 35th annual survey reported in Quality Progress Magazine (December 2021), the average Master Black Belt salary was $146,358 and the average Black Belt salary was $109,505.
The Six Sigma Master Black Belt training course itself is 5 days, but additional time is needed to complete a major Lean Six Sigma project. Master Black Belt projects typically take between 6 months and 12 months to complete. The project must use the DMAIC methodology, make use of several DMAIC technical tools, and result [...]
