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  • Does the program include hands-on exercises or projects?

    Yes, the Design Thinking Practitioner program is designed to be highly interactive and practical. It includes hands-on exercises, real-world case studies, and collaborative projects that allow participants to apply Design Thinking tools and techniques. We typically take up four projects in every batch.

  • Are there any prerequisites for this certification program?

    No. You can enroll directly for the design thinking course.

  • What concepts of design thinking are covered in the certification program?

    Empathy study, Effective interviews, Observation studies, Brainstorming methods, Assumptions Testing and Prototyping, etc. are few of the many concepts covered in this program.

  • How is design thinking course different from running design sprints?

    Design Thinking is both a problem definition and problem-solving framework. We can use it in an early stage to discover opportunities, to frame and reframe problems using empathy with our customers, and then find solutions through ideating, prototyping and testing. Design Sprints are purely a problem-solving method. For Design Sprints to work, we must start with a well-defined challenge.

  • What is DFSS?

    Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) is one of the process improvement methodology under Six Sigma. DFSS is also sometimes known as DMADV (Define, Measure, Analyze, Design, Verify) or IDOV (Identify, Design, Optimize, Verify).

    It is used in the following scenarios
    1. Developing a new process or a product
    2. Radically re-engineering an existing process

  • How is DFSS Black Belt different from traditional Lean Six Sigma Black Belt?

    The DFSS Black Belt focuses on designing new products, processes, or services to meet customer requirements with Six Sigma quality from the start, using methodologies like DMADV and tools such as QFD, FMEA, and predictive modeling to ensure robust designs. It emphasizes proactive defect prevention, innovation, and aligning designs with customer needs. In contrast, the traditional Lean Six Sigma Black Belt focuses on improving existing processes using DMAIC to eliminate defects, waste, and inefficiencies, employing tools like SPC, root cause analysis, and process mapping. While DFSS is geared toward creating “first-time-right” designs, traditional LSS optimizes and improves current operations, making them complementary approaches to quality and performance improvement.

  • What all is included in the DFSS Black Belt program?

    The fee includes access to the following

    • 24 Hours of Instructor-Led Training
    • Practice Projects & Case Studies
    • Mentoring & Post-Training Support
    • Access to Industry Experts & Forums
    • Certification Assessment & Feedback
    • DFSS Black Belt Credential

  • How is the your DFSS Black Belt course different from others?

    Below are the points that make our course different and better than the others

    • Accreditation by Exemplar Global
    • Industry-Focused Customization
    • Advanced Statistical & Design Techniques
    • Hands-On, Project-Centric Learning
    • Accelerated ROI & Competitiveness
    • Pathway to Mastery & Leadership

  • What is the duration of DFSS Black Belt Course?

    24 Hours of Live Instructor-Led Sessions over 3 weekends

  • Is there a certification exam for DFSS Black Belt?

    Exam for DFSS Black Belt is a two hours exam with 80 multiple choice questions. The passing score is 60% and if you score above 70%, your certificate will carry the Benchmark Seal of Excellence. You will get a participation certificate if your score is below 60%.

  • What are the benefits of doing this course?

    This course helps you realize the following

    • Improved product design and process optimization.
    • Reduced product development risks and costs.
    • Competitive advantage through DFSS.
    • Enhanced product quality and customer satisfaction.

  • What industries can benefit from DFSS Black Belt training?

    DFSS Black Belt training benefits a wide range of industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, IT, finance, automotive, aerospace, and retail. Any industry focused on designing innovative, high-quality products or processes that meet customer expectations can leverage DFSS principles to achieve superior outcomes.

  • What software tools are used in the DFSS Black Belt program?

    The program utilizes Minitab for certain techniques, while Excel templates are provided for others.

  • Does the program include practical applications?

    Yes, more than 50% of the tools taught in the DFSS Black Belt program are supported by practical application exercises. These hands-on activities ensure participants gain a deep understanding of the tools and techniques and can confidently apply them in real-world scenarios.

  • Is Quality Function Deployment (QFD) a part of this course?

    Yes. Quality Function Deployment (QFD) is a structured approach to defining customer requirements and translating them into specific engineering or functional requirements.

  • Who can benefit from this course?

    Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt and Master Black Belt professionals who want to build expertise in new product, service and process designs.