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Six Sigma Black Belt

Six Sigma Black Belt vs 3 alternatives compared

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Six Sigma Black BeltCSCP – Certified Supply Chain ProfessionalCPIM – Certified in Production and Inventory ManagementSix Sigma Green Belt
VendorASQ / IASSCASCM / APICSASCM / APICSASQ / IASSC
LevelAdvancedIntermediateIntermediateIntermediate
Exam fee$438–$795$1,295–$1,595$995–$1,295$300–$595
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Typical salary$95K–$135K$75K–$110K$70K–$100K$75K–$105K
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Which should you choose?

Should I take Six Sigma Black Belt or CSCP – Certified Supply Chain Professional first?

CSCP – Certified Supply Chain Professional is the lower-level certification (Intermediate vs Advanced), so it is usually the better first step.

Should I take Six Sigma Black Belt or CPIM – Certified in Production and Inventory Management first?

CPIM – Certified in Production and Inventory Management is the lower-level certification (Intermediate vs Advanced), so it is usually the better first step.

Should I take Six Sigma Black Belt or Six Sigma Green Belt first?

Six Sigma Green Belt is the lower-level certification (Intermediate vs Advanced), so it is usually the better first step.