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Six Sigma Green Belt Certification in New Zealand
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Five-day, 40‑hour course covering DMAIC and Lean tools for Green Belts, with practical data analysis, process mapping, and exam preparation.
THE BIG PICTURE
About this course
Six Sigma Green Belt is a practitioner-level certification recognised across industries. This course prepares learners for the IASSC Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (ICGB) credential awarded by IASSC. Across five days (09:00–17:30), delegates work through DMAIC with case studies and hands-on exercises: process mapping, data collection, statistics, root cause analysis, improvement design, and control planning. Practice uses spreadsheets (and optional Minitab), with daily exam-style questions and feedback. The ICGB exam is a closed-book, 100‑question test (multiple-choice and true/false) with 180 minutes available, delivered online proctored or at Pearson VUE test centres. The course includes a timed mock exam and guidance on booking and sitting the assessment. IASSC owns the certification scheme. MindClick provides training and exam preparation and is not an accredited or authorised partner.
What you’ll learn
- Explain Six Sigma roles, Lean concepts, and how to select and scope Green Belt projects
- Translate Voice of the Customer into CTQs and write clear problem and goal statements
- Create SIPOC and detailed process maps and build practical data collection plans
- Apply descriptive statistics, MSA (Gage R&R) basics, and process capability analysis
- Use hypothesis testing, correlation/regression, and root cause tools to interpret data
- Design and prioritise improvements using Lean methods and introductory DOE concepts
- Establish control plans and SPC charts to sustain gains and hand over to process owners
- Practise exam-style questions and complete a timed mock to prepare for the IASSC ICGB exam
A CLEAR PATH FORWARD
5-day Six Sigma Green Belt Certification agenda
5 instructor-led days (40 contact hours) mapped to the exam domains. Each day combines short concept sessions, hands-on practice on a running case study and exam-style questions.
- Learning route
- 5 recommended days
- Practical work
- 5 guided activities
- Finish with
- Mock exam + certification exam
Take a look at each day. Open a section to see the topics and practical work.
Day 1Define and Lean foundationsDefine phase and Lean principles
What we’ll cover
- 09:00–10:30 · Course introduction; Six Sigma and Lean overview; roles and project selection
- 10:45–12:30 · Voice of the Customer (VOC), CTQs, problem and goal statements
- 13:30–14:45 · SIPOC and high-level process mapping
- 15:00–16:15 · Project charters, stakeholders, and change management basics
- 16:15–17:00 · Exam-style practice questions: Define and Lean foundations
- 17:00–17:30 · Day 1 reflection and Q&A
Put it into practice
Build a SIPOC and translate VOC into CTQs for a provided case study, then draft a concise project charter. Teams present scope boundaries and success measures for peer feedback.
You’ll take away
Completed SIPOC and draft project charter
Day 2Measure phase and baseline performanceMeasure phase and Lean measurement concepts
What we’ll cover
- 09:00–09:30 · Recap of Day 1 and short quiz
- 09:30–10:30 · Data types, sampling strategies, and measurement concepts
- 10:45–12:30 · Process flowcharting, value stream mapping basics, and baseline metrics
- 13:30–14:45 · Descriptive statistics and graphical analysis (histograms, boxplots, Pareto)
- 15:00–16:15 · Measurement System Analysis (Gage R&R) fundamentals
- 16:15–17:00 · Exam-style practice questions: Measure phase
- 17:00–17:30 · Day 2 wrap-up and action items
Put it into practice
Plan and execute a small data collection on a simulated process, then perform a basic Gage R&R in a spreadsheet. Interpret findings to confirm baseline capability needs.
You’ll take away
Data collection plan and MSA summary sheet
Day 3Analyze phase and root causeAnalyze phase and capability analysis
What we’ll cover
- 09:00–09:30 · Recap of Day 2 and quick quiz
- 09:30–10:30 · Process capability (Cp, Cpk, Pp, Ppk) and performance studies
- 10:45–12:30 · Hypothesis testing essentials (t, chi-square, ANOVA) and p-values
- 13:30–14:45 · Correlation and regression analysis; residual checks
- 15:00–16:15 · Root cause analysis: cause-and-effect, 5 Whys, and FMEA (risk prioritisation)
- 16:15–17:00 · Exam-style practice questions: Analyze phase
- 17:00–17:30 · Day 3 wrap-up and coaching
Put it into practice
Use sample data to calculate capability indices and run a hypothesis test to compare means. Facilitate a cause-and-effect session to prioritise potential root causes with an FMEA.
You’ll take away
Analysis workbook with capability and test outputs
Day 4Improve solutions and introduce ControlImprove phase and Control planning
What we’ll cover
- 09:00–09:30 · Recap of Day 3 and quiz
- 09:30–10:30 · Solution generation and screening (prioritisation matrices, effort–impact)
- 10:45–12:30 · DOE basics and factor screening experiments
- 13:30–14:45 · Lean tools for improvement: 5S, mistake-proofing, quick changeover basics
- 15:00–16:15 · Control plans, standard work, and pilot planning
- 16:15–17:00 · Exam-style practice questions: Improve and Control
- 17:00–17:30 · Day 4 wrap-up and readiness check
Put it into practice
Design and simulate a simple two-factor experiment to identify influential variables, then draft a pilot plan and control plan for the selected solution.
You’ll take away
Improvement selection matrix and draft control plan
Day 5Control deep dive and exam preparationControl phase and exam readiness
What we’ll cover
- 09:00–09:30 · Recap of Day 4 and quiz
- 09:30–10:30 · Statistical Process Control (SPC): chart selection and interpretation
- 10:45–12:30 · Sustaining gains: documentation, handover, and project closure
- 13:30–15:00 · Full-length timed mock exam (IASSC ICGB format)
- 15:15–16:15 · Mock exam debrief and targeted revision
- 16:15–17:00 · Exam booking guidance, identity requirements, and sitting options
- 17:00–17:30 · Personal study plan and course close
Put it into practice
Sit a timed mock exam under exam-like conditions, followed by analysis of results to focus revision. Receive guidance on booking, ID checks, and test-day logistics.
You’ll take away
Mock exam score report and personalised revision plan
Bring it all together
Certification exam: IASSC Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (ICGB), awarded by IASSC. 100 questions (multiple-choice and true/false), 180 minutes, closed book, online proctored or test centre (Pearson VUE). Every attendee also receives a MindClick certificate of completion for 40 contact hours.
What you receive
You earn two separate credentials. The sample shows the MindClick training certificate.
- MindClick certificate of completion: 5 days, 40 contact hours, issued to every attendee who completes the course.
- IASSC Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (ICGB): issued by IASSC when you meet its requirements and pass the exam.
Before you choose your learning route
Session timings are indicative; the trainer may adjust them for the group. Exam details reflect the awarding body’s published information at the time of writing; confirm the current version when you book.
IASSC owns this certification scheme. MindClick provides training and exam preparation and is not an accredited or authorised partner of IASSC.
Fees
| Delivery format | Fee per learner | Exam fee |
|---|---|---|
| Live online | $2,800 USD ≈ A$4,040 |
Included |
| Classroom | $4,500 USD ≈ A$6,495 |
Included |
Local amounts are indicative only, converted at the rate captured on 2026-10-02. You are charged in USD and your bank sets the final rate.
One awarding-body certification exam attempt is included in the training fee. Confirm the current fee, any applicable tax and what the fee covers in writing before you pay.
Prerequisites
- IASSC ICGB has no mandatory prerequisites; experience in process work and comfort with basic statistics are recommended. Bring a laptop with spreadsheet software and a calculator; an optional Minitab trial is helpful.
FIND YOUR START
Confirmed batch starts
Choose a published start, then review your offer in the same enrollment flow. A start date is not the full timetable or a seat reservation.
Choose your country & monthStarts
- Training location
- Auckland, New Zealand
- Local timezone
- Pacific/Auckland
Joining details and full session timetable to be supplied.
Starts
- Training location
- Auckland, New Zealand
- Local timezone
- Pacific/Auckland
Joining details and full session timetable to be supplied.
Starts
- Training location
- Auckland, New Zealand
- Local timezone
- Pacific/Auckland
Venue and full session timetable to be supplied.
Starts
- Training location
- Auckland, New Zealand
- Local timezone
- Pacific/Auckland
Venue and full session timetable to be supplied.
Starts
- Training location
- Auckland, New Zealand
- Local timezone
- Pacific/Auckland
Joining details and full session timetable to be supplied.
Starts
- Training location
- Auckland, New Zealand
- Local timezone
- Pacific/Auckland
Joining details and full session timetable to be supplied.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the course?
5 days, 40 contact hours, normally 09:00 to 17:30 with breaks. The agenda follows the exam domains and the final day includes a mock exam.
What is the exam format?
IASSC Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (ICGB): 100 questions (multiple-choice and true/false), 180 minutes, closed book, online proctored or test centre (Pearson VUE). Confirm the current version with the awarding body when you book.
Is the exam included?
Yes. Outside India the fee includes one certification exam attempt. Retakes are booked and paid directly with the awarding body.
Are there prerequisites?
IASSC ICGB has no mandatory prerequisites; experience in process work and comfort with basic statistics are recommended. Bring a laptop with spreadsheet software and a calculator; an optional Minitab trial is helpful.
What certificate will I receive?
Two credentials. MindClick issues a certificate of completion for 40 contact hours to every attendee. IASSC issues the IASSC Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (ICGB) certification when you pass the exam and meet its requirements.
Is MindClick an accredited training partner for this certification?
MindClick provides training and exam preparation and is not an accredited/authorised partner of IASSC; the ICGB exam is administered by IASSC via online proctoring or Pearson VUE test centres.
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