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Yellow Belt Workshops
Start your Lean Six Sigma journey by building foundational skills in process improvement, project management and problem-solving.
Open to both students and non-students, CMU’s Yellow Belt workshop introduces the tools and thinking organizations use to improve efficiency, reduce waste and make stronger operational decisions. Whether you’re interested in operations, leadership, healthcare, logistics or business strategy, Yellow Belt certification helps you build practical skills that apply across industries.
Why earn Yellow Belt certification?
Organizations need employees who can identify inefficiencies, collaborate effectively and help teams improve how work gets done.
Yellow Belt certification helps demonstrate that you understand foundational process improvement concepts and can contribute to organizational efficiency and decision-making efforts. Students often use the certification to strengthen their résumés, prepare for internships and stand out during job searches.
What you’ll learn
Yellow Belt certification introduces core Lean Six Sigma concepts and tools that help organizations improve processes and solve problems more effectively.
You’ll explore:
- Process improvement methodology
- Foundational project management concepts
- Problem-solving and analytical tools
- Data-informed decision-making
- Team collaboration and organizational improvement
How registration works
1. Apply
Apply at least seven days before the workshop begins.
2. Register and pay
Once approved, the $200 workshop fee will be added to your student account or charged to your credit card to secure your spot.
3. Get your textbook
Purchase the required textbook before the workshop begins.
The Certified Six Sigma Yellow Belt Handbook
Govindarajan Ramu
Quality Press
ISBN: 978-0-87389-934-5
Additional course materials will be available through Blackboard.
Certification exam information
The Yellow Belt certification exam includes 100 multiple-choice questions and is completed online.
Students may use:
- Their textbook
- A calculator
Additional exam details:
- Three-hour time limit
- Minimum passing score of 70%
- First retake is free
- Additional retakes are $50 each
Frequently asked questions
Who can enroll?
Yellow Belt workshops are open to both CMU students and non-students.
Do I need prior Lean Six Sigma experience?
No. Yellow Belt is designed as an introductory certification and a strong starting point for many students and professionals.
When are workshops offered?
Workshops are typically offered after the fall semester and multiple times following the spring semester.
What is the refund policy?
Refunds are available before the workshop begins. Refunds are not available after the first day of the workshop.
Where should I start?
Questions about workshops, registration or certification paths? Reach out to Kevin McCarron for help deciding whether Yellow Belt certification fits your goals and experience level.
