Fast-track your career and your company’s success with UWM’s accelerated Six Sigma Green Belt program. This program gives you the tools to start learning to drive results while learning to aide in boosting quality, cutting costs and streamlining operations.
Built around the proven DMAIC method (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control), our dynamic Master Black Belt instructors use real-world case studies to make the learning practical and immediately applicable. In just a short time, you’ll be ready to step into a Green Belt role and deliver measurable improvements that matter.
Please Note: This is an accelerated Six Sigma program. The instructional modules are designed to immerse participants in the core principles, tools and methodologies of Six Sigma through guided lessons and activities. While students may reflect on their own projects during the course, project work itself is not completed during the instructional portion. Instead, project execution begins after the course, once participants have built the necessary foundation.
Earning Criteria: This certification is awarded by a Master Black Belt instructor upon successful completion of the course, registration in capstone project and approval of the final capstone project. Successful completion of the course includes but is not limited to: attending all classes, active participation in class discussions, completion of all course work and assignments.
Capstone Project: To earn this certification, you will need to complete a capstone project. The capstone project must be completed through the course, Capstone Project: Six Sigma Green Belt –Manufacturing.
If you'd like more information on our Six Sigma program, please email sce-engineering@uwm.edu.
Customized Training Solutions. Bring our courses to your team. We can tailor the curriculum and delivery to meet the specific needs of your organization. For more information, go to our Customized Training Solutions page or email sce-customized@uwm.edu.
Learning Outcomes
- Define the DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control) methodology
- Apply strategies and statistical techniques to eliminate mistakes, reduce processing times and decrease operating costs
- Formulate short- and long-term strategies to effectively manage diverse teams
- Identify and revise ineffective and inefficient work processes
- Outline the Six Sigma skills needed to lead your own projects
Courses
To get started, enroll in the course, Six Sigma Green Belt – Manufacturing. This is a six-day instructional course. After you have completed this, you will register for your capstone project. Earn the certification by completing the Six Sigma Green Belt –Manufacturing course plus a capstone project.
- Six Sigma Green Belt – Manufacturing
- Capstone Project: Six Sigma Green Belt – Manufacturing
Certification Badge
Earn your certification and showcase your achievement with a distinctive digital badge.

