How much $ do black belts make a year?
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From: Fairfield County
Originally posted by mingster
Of course I'm referring to Six-Sigma black belts, not the martial art
I'm thinking of taking some training to get started on Six-Sigma but would like to know what the market pays for these things.
Of course I'm referring to Six-Sigma black belts, not the martial art
I'm thinking of taking some training to get started on Six-Sigma but would like to know what the market pays for these things.
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From: Tyler, TX
I got my Black Belt certification about a year ago. Pay depends a lot on the inividual and the company. I didn't get a raise when I got certified, however, my company did kick in a nice bonus and stock options that were very much appreciated.
By the way, my Black Belt is in DFSS (Design For Six Sigma), as opposed to M&A (Manufacturing and Administration).
By the way, my Black Belt is in DFSS (Design For Six Sigma), as opposed to M&A (Manufacturing and Administration).
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From: Milford, CT
Originally Posted by DaveZ,Apr 24 2003, 08:57 PM
Mingster, you can PM me if you want. I work for a company that is a leader in six-sigma quality and as one of my roles I place individuals into BlackBelt roles in IT.
In case anyone is curious, in our company:
Green Belt: take 2 weeks of quality courses, pass an exam, and complete one quality project. This is a certification on top of someone's current role. Our IT team is expected to have everyone GB certified by the end of the year.
Black Belt: take one more week of training mandatory, plus one optional week, pass a more difficult exam, and complete two quality projects, and serve 18 months in the role. It's a full time role.
Master Black Belt: one more week of training, the same exam as the BB, complete two projects, plus mentor a certain number of BB projects, and serve at least 18 months in the role.
We also have Quality Leader certifications and something called EB+ for executives, but those are more esoteric and to be honest, I don't know for certain what they do to get certified.
Dave
In case anyone is curious, in our company:
Green Belt: take 2 weeks of quality courses, pass an exam, and complete one quality project. This is a certification on top of someone's current role. Our IT team is expected to have everyone GB certified by the end of the year.
Black Belt: take one more week of training mandatory, plus one optional week, pass a more difficult exam, and complete two quality projects, and serve 18 months in the role. It's a full time role.
Master Black Belt: one more week of training, the same exam as the BB, complete two projects, plus mentor a certain number of BB projects, and serve at least 18 months in the role.
We also have Quality Leader certifications and something called EB+ for executives, but those are more esoteric and to be honest, I don't know for certain what they do to get certified.
Dave
Sounds like we are working at the same company.
FYI, I just BlackBelt certified this Tuesday!
PM me if you want and I will let you know who its for and who knows I could be sitting right behind you...
Mingster, As stated above. A BB certification goes hand in hand with your experience in your career field and educational background. A BB certfication does not replace the above. It does open more doors for you and gives you more $$$. If you have the opportunity to do it then don't let it pass you by. Its a great experience.
For more information on Six Sigma Black Belts - www.isixsigma.com.
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