Lean Black Belt
Become a strategic expert in process improvement.
As a Black Belt, you will lead complex change and improvement projects, mentor other Belts, and act as both the expert authority and driving force behind a culture of continuous improvement, at every level of the organisation.
This is what you get:
- Access to the full Black Belt training, including soft skills to coach and advise other Belts
- Internationally recognised certificate from LCS (Cardiff University), including practical certificate
- 100% pass guarantee
- One fixed price, no hidden costs
- Learn at your own pace, via the dmaic.com app
Online Lean Black Belt training: 100% Lean, entirely at your own pace!
What do you learn during the Lean Black Belt?
The Black Belt training takes approximately 70 hours and deepens your knowledge of Lean to the highest level. Throughout the training, you will work on your own business case or assignment, proving that you can effectively put the theory into practice.
The business case or assignment
When it comes to the business case or assignment, there is no right or wrong. You simply apply the Lean principles to a situation from your own workspace, whether large or small. You will navigate the steps of an A3 charter, from the initial improvement idea right through to standardisation, demonstrating how you can put the material into practice. The corresponding template and step-by-step guide are provided during the training, ensuring you don’t have to start from scratch.
Are you currently between jobs, or do you not have a suitable project at hand? No problem at all. Give us a call, send a WhatsApp, or email us, and together we will find a business case from our repository that suits you perfectly.
Who is it for?
The Black Belt is ideal for anyone looking to lead organisation wide improvement projects, mentor other Belts, and act as a strategic sparring partner for the management team. No specific prior education or training is required.
Upon completion, you will be able to:
- Independently lead complex and extensive improvement projects
- Apply the DMAIC method at an advanced level
- Work effortlessly with tools such as A3 charters, 5S, and Value Stream Mapping
- Analyse data to make factual, well-substantiated decisions
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels
- Act as a coach, mentor, and trainer for other Belts
- Provide strategic advice to management
Getting started: this is how it works
Upon registration, you will immediately receive a personal login code for your learning environment. Your training will be waiting for you under ‘My Courses’, meaning you can start your course straight away.
The Black Belt consists of various modules, subdivided into individual lessons. Each lesson is followed by a series of test questions. Alongside these tests, you will work on your own business case, demonstrating that you can effectively apply the Lean principles in practice.
Once you have successfully completed everything, you will automatically receive an email with your certificate, which will also be available to view and download within your account.
Your pace, your path
You determine the pace. Learn when it suits you, entirely free from time pressure. Looking to deepen your expertise even further? The Lean Master Black Belt is the perfect next step.
Try the free demo
Want to get a taste of this training first? Complete a full module, including lessons and quizzes. Entirely without obligation, and no personal details required.
Your certificate
Upon completion, you will receive an internationally recognised Lean Black Belt certificate, including a practical certificate, accredited by LCS (Cardiff University) and valued worldwide by employers.
Ready to get started?
Become the expert authority and driving force behind continuous improvement in your organisation. With the knowledge and skills gained from this training, you will lead even the most complex improvement projects with absolute confidence, so taking the step to Master Black Belt couldn’t be easier.
Support from experienced Lean specialists
One fixed price, no hidden costs
Achieve your certification, guaranteed
Earn an internationally recognised certificate
Study anytime, anywhere, at your own pace.
Start free with our White Belt.
Support from experienced Lean specialists
One fixed price, no hidden costs
Achieve your certification, guaranteed
Earn an internationally recognised certificate
Study anytime, anywhere, at your own pace.
Start free with our White Belt.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can complete the Lean Black Belt training entirely at your own pace. On average, it takes approximately 70 hours to complete the full training. You do not have to spend these hours consecutively. You can stop at any time and pick up where you left off later, depending on what suits you best.
Yes, you can always contact us during or after your Lean Black Belt training. We really enjoy and value contact with our students. We consider direct communication extremely important. That is why you won’t get long selection menus when you call us. We offer multiple ways to easily contact your Lean trainer at any time:
Email: For questions, feedback, or to schedule a meeting, send an email to info@lean.nl.
By phone: For direct support or to discuss more extensive topics, call us at 058 84 33 352. WhatsApp: For quick questions or to share information, send a message via WhatsApp to 06 57 57 57 31.
Whether you need clarification on course material, help with assignments, or simply want to brainstorm about Lean principles, we are available and willing to help.
No, you do not have to take a traditional exam for the Lean Black Belt training.
In our online Lean training, it works as follows: After every key lesson, you receive a few test questions in the form of a quiz. These quizzes together constitute your ‘exam’ and ensure that you understand the material well.
In addition, you complete an exercise to immediately apply your knowledge and skills in practice.
Yes, you receive the same Black Belt certificate as with our classroom-based Lean Black Belt training. This is because you follow the same learning path and the same topics are covered in both forms of training. A major advantage of the online training is that you can complete it at your own pace; you do not have to attend training at set times. Moreover, it is significantly more affordable than a classroom-based Lean Black Belt training.
The content and quality of both the online and classroom Lean training courses are consistent, meaning there is no difference in the certificate.
The Lean Black Belt training is ideal for anyone who, as an (aspiring) project manager or manager, wants to solve problems in a structured way, lead improvement projects, and foster a culture of continuous improvement within their organization. Even if you have not yet obtained a Lean Green Belt certificate, you can take this training through us. This training also covers all aspects of the Green Belt. No specific prior education is required.
Yes, you can start the Lean Black Belt training immediately, even if you have no prior knowledge of Lean. The Black Belt training covers all the knowledge offered in the preceding belts. This makes it possible to start the Black Belt right away if you wish.
You have successfully completed the Lean Black Belt training as soon as you have gone through all lessons and successfully answered all the accompanying quiz questions. The Black Belt training includes an exercise that you perform during the Lean course. This provides you with immediate certification for practical application, at no extra cost or for the need for subsequent guidance.
Yes, after completing the Lean Black Belt training and successfully answering the quiz questions, you will receive a Black Belt certificate from LSC, the Cardiff University Licensed Service.
This Lean certificate serves as official recognition of your skills and knowledge regarding Lean management principles.
A Lean certificate is not only proof of your expertise and skills but also represents an investment in your professional future.
Additionally, the Green Belt and the Black Belt are the most sought-after belts among employers.
You will receive your Lean Black Belt certificate by successfully completing all lessons, accompanying quizzes, and assignments. At the end of the Lean Black Belt training, you can download your certificate.
The Lean Master Black Belt follows the Lean Black Belt. The Lean program structures the acquisition of knowledge and skills via a belt system, similar to the levels in martial arts. Here is the order of the belts with a description of what each phase entails:
- Lean White Belt – Provides an introduction to the basic principles of Lean management.
- Lean Yellow Belt – Builds upon the basic principles and introduces more advanced techniques.
- Lean Orange Belt – This training is the perfect stepping stone for professionals who want to advance to a Green or Black Belt.
- Lean Green Belt – In this training, you develop the knowledge and skills to independently lead improvement and change initiatives.
- Lean Black Belt – Upon completion, you will be able to independently initiate and lead improvement projects, and steer your organization toward perfect processes and continuous improvement.
- Lean Master Black Belt – The highest level, where you become an expert in Lean methodologies and principles at the management level.
The Lean Black Belt is the fifth step and, together with the Green Belt, one of the most Lean certifications requested by employers.