Program Overview

Graduate Certificate: Foundations of Six Sigma and Quality Improvement

Overview

The graduate certificate in Foundations of Six Sigma and Quality Improvement from Wichita State is designed for industry professionals seeking to enhance their skills in quality engineering and six sigma methodology. The program covers most of the Certified Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB) requirements outlined by the American Society for Quality (ASQ) and provides detailed coverage of applied statistical and managerial techniques for process improvement, resource management, and design optimization.

Curriculum

The certificate comprises 12 credit hours chosen from the following courses:

• Statistical Quality Control
• Statistical Methods for Engineers
• Design of Experiments
• Lean Manufacturing
• Quality Engineering
• Independent Study in Industrial Engineering
• Advanced Independent Study

Admission to the Program

There are two paths to admission to the program:

• For those already enrolled in graduate school, simply complete the Declaration of Intent to Pursue a Certificate Form.
• Prospective students should apply using the Graduate School application for admission.

Similar Programs

• Engineering Management (Master's)
• Industrial Engineering (Master's)