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Exam Information
Official specifications published by ASQ
Exam Format
Professional
Registration
$568 USD
Prometric
English, Mandarin (paper only in select locations)
Validity
3 years
Earn 18 Recertification Units (RUs) within three years; Retake and pass the current certification exam; Complete ASQ learning opportunities for RUs
CSSBB Exam Topics and Domains
CSSBB is organized into 9 weighted domains. Expect to work with Risk assessment, Audit systems, Charter development, Contingency development, and more.
1
Organization-wide Planning and Deployment
7.3%
Enterprise Leadership
Enterprise-wide DeploymentLeadership Roles and Responsibilities
- Understand enterprise-wide deployment strategies for Six Sigma
- Define leadership roles and responsibilities in Six Sigma initiatives
- Identify success factors and barriers to implementation
Strategic Planning
Business PlanningMaturity Models
- Apply strategic planning concepts to Six Sigma deployment
- Develop business cases with ROI calculations
- Assess organizational maturity using standard models
Key Performance Indicators
KPIs and KBIsOKRs
- Develop and implement Key Performance Indicators
- Understand Key Behavior Indicators and their impact
- Apply OKR methodology to Six Sigma initiatives
2
Organizational Process Management and Measures
7.3%
Process Management
Process DocumentationProcess Ownership
- Create comprehensive process documentation
- Define process ownership and accountability structures
- Apply various process mapping techniques
Performance Measures
Cost of QualityPerformance Metrics
- Calculate and interpret Cost of Quality
- Apply performance metrics to process evaluation
- Establish measurement systems for continuous monitoring
Finance Role
Financial Analysis
- Apply financial analysis to Six Sigma projects
- Calculate project financial benefits
- Work with finance teams effectively
3
Team Management
9.1%
Team Formation
Team Types and SelectionTeam Roles
- Form and launch effective Six Sigma teams
- Define team roles and responsibilities
- Develop team charters and operating agreements
Team Facilitation
Facilitation TechniquesMotivation and Engagement
- Apply facilitation techniques for team effectiveness
- Implement motivation and engagement strategies
- Resolve team conflicts constructively
Coaching
Coaching Skills
- Develop coaching skills for team development
- Provide effective feedback and guidance
- Support individual and team performance improvement
4
Define
12.1%
Voice of the Customer
Customer IdentificationCustomer Data CollectionCTQ Development
- Identify and segment customers effectively
- Collect and analyze voice of customer data
- Translate customer needs to CTQ requirements
Project Charter
Charter ElementsProject Selection
- Develop comprehensive project charters
- Apply project selection and prioritization methods
- Define clear project scope and objectives
Process Identification
High-Level Process Mapping
- Create SIPOC diagrams for process definition
- Identify process boundaries and stakeholders
- Document high-level process flows
5
Measure
15.2%
Process Characteristics
Process Flow MetricsProcess Analysis Tools
- Calculate and interpret process flow metrics
- Create detailed process maps and value stream maps
- Identify value-added and non-value-added activities
Data Collection
Data Types and ScalesData Collection Plan
- Identify appropriate data types and measurement scales
- Develop comprehensive data collection plans
- Design effective data collection tools and forms
Measurement Systems Analysis
Gauge R&R StudiesAttribute Agreement AnalysisBias and Linearity
- Conduct measurement system analysis studies
- Interpret gauge R&R and attribute agreement results
- Identify and correct measurement system issues
Basic Statistics
Descriptive StatisticsProbability Distributions
- Calculate and interpret descriptive statistics
- Apply probability distributions to quality problems
- Understand the central limit theorem and its applications
Process Capability
Capability IndicesProcess Performance
- Calculate and interpret process capability indices
- Determine process sigma levels
- Assess process performance against requirements
6
Analyze
13.3%
Exploratory Data Analysis
Graphical AnalysisStatistical Inference
- Apply graphical methods for data exploration
- Calculate and interpret confidence intervals
- Determine appropriate sample sizes
Hypothesis Testing
Test FundamentalsParametric TestsNon-parametric Tests
- Formulate and test statistical hypotheses
- Select appropriate parametric and non-parametric tests
- Interpret test results and make decisions
Root Cause Analysis
Cause and Effect ToolsFMEAA3 Problem Solving
- Apply root cause analysis tools effectively
- Conduct FMEA for risk assessment
- Use A3 methodology for structured problem solving
Correlation and Regression
Correlation AnalysisSimple Linear RegressionMultiple Regression
- Analyze relationships between variables
- Build and validate regression models
- Use regression for prediction and optimization
7
Improve
12.7%
Design of Experiments
DOE FundamentalsFull Factorial DesignsFractional Factorial DesignsResponse Surface Methods
- Plan and conduct designed experiments
- Analyze factorial and fractional factorial designs
- Apply response surface methodology for optimization
Lean Tools
Waste EliminationFlow and PullKaizen and Continuous ImprovementTPM
- Apply lean principles for waste elimination
- Design and implement flow and pull systems
- Facilitate kaizen events and continuous improvement
- Implement TPM for equipment effectiveness
Solution Implementation
Solution SelectionImplementation PlanningInterrelationship DigraphsProcess Decision Program Charts
- Select optimal solutions using structured methods
- Develop comprehensive implementation plans
- Apply advanced planning and analysis tools
8
Control
10.3%
Statistical Process Control
Control Chart SelectionVariables Control ChartsAttribute Control ChartsSpecial Cause Rules
- Select and implement appropriate control charts
- Calculate control limits and interpret patterns
- Identify and respond to special causes
Control Plan
Control Plan DevelopmentStandardization
- Develop comprehensive control plans
- Create standardized work documentation
- Implement sustainable control systems
Sustaining Improvements
Monitoring SystemsKnowledge Transfer
- Design effective monitoring and control systems
- Ensure knowledge transfer and sustainability
- Implement continuous improvement mechanisms
Risk Management
Risk AssessmentRisk Mitigation
- Conduct comprehensive risk assessments
- Develop risk mitigation and contingency plans
- Implement risk monitoring systems
9
Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) Framework and Methodologies
3.6%
DFSS Methodologies
DMADVIDOV
- Understand DFSS methodologies and applications
- Apply DMADV for new product/process development
- Use IDOV for design optimization
Design Tools
Quality Function DeploymentDesign FMEARobust Design
- Apply QFD for customer-driven design
- Conduct Design FMEA for risk reduction
- Implement robust design principles
How do I earn this certification?
Passing CSSBB earns the ASQ Certified Six Sigma Black Belt certification. It sits in the Six Sigma Quality track.
Next Level Options
CSSMBB - Certified Six Sigma Master Black Belt Strategic Six Sigma leadership and mentoring
Alternative Paths
- CQE - Certified Quality EngineerDeep technical quality and reliability focus
- CQA - Certified Quality AuditorQuality system auditing expertise
- CMQ/OE - Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational ExcellenceStrategic quality leadership
- CRE - Certified Reliability EngineerProduct reliability and maintenance focus
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2022-09-01
- Announcement date: 2022-06-15
Updates
- Statistical Software Software-agnostic questions, focus on concepts not tools
- Digital Transformation Increasing emphasis on data-driven decision making
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by Quality professionals and Process improvement specialists.
Three years of on-the-job experience in one or more areas of the CSSBB Body of Knowledge
Must have worked in a full-time, paid role
Paid intern, co-op or any other course work cannot be applied toward the work experience requirement
- Understanding of Six Sigma philosophies and principles
- Experience with DMAIC methodology
- Knowledge of lean enterprise concepts
- Team leadership experience
- Statistical analysis skills