Course information

  • 6 days
  • 10 & 11 April, 15 & 16 May, and 26 & 27 June 2025

Investment

The investment is € 4.950,- (ex. VAT) per participant, including course materials, lunch and refreshments. 

For candidates who fulfill the certification requirements, certification to MBB can be included for €525,-.

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HI-PP5 Master Black Belt.

Organizational development and continuous improvement have become crucial in modern companies. Organizations no longer compete on processes themselves, but on the ability to continually improve them. Companies initiate improvement programs such as Six Sigma, Lean and Design for Reliability. However it is challenging to deploy such programs successfully. A Master Black Belt plays a key role in turning improvement programs into a success.  

The Master Black Belt is a course in practical competencies in three areas: the design of an improvement program, managing the improvement effort, and theoretical understanding of product and process improvement. The course aims to develop skills, and topics are offered in the form of interactive workshops based on video material and role play. Theory is brought to life by case-based teaching methods. 

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With this course you’ll learn:

  • Design and lead a sound implementation strategy for a Six Sigma, Lean or Reliability program
  • Master practical skills such as coaching Green Belts and Black Belts, winning support in the organization and getting things done
  • Have a practical understanding of the scientific fields on which Six Sigma and Lean are based, such as industrial and system engineering, data science and statistical learning

Teaching professionals.

Marcel Logger

Marcel Logger

Competence Lead Six Sigma & Master Black Belt
Marcel is an enthusiastic, ambitious and results-oriented Master Black Belt in Lean Six Sigma and Design for Six Sigma with a background in manufacturing, services and logistics. In addition, Marcel is an experienced trainer in programs such as FMEA, Six Sigma GB/BB and our Advanced Leadership program.
Dr. Ir. Coen Smits

Dr. Ir. Coen Smits

Scientific Director Reliability
He has been with Holland Innovative for over 10 years as a reliability specialist with assignments in many high tech and automotive organizations. He holds a Ph.D. in Applied Physics from the Eindhoven University of Technology.

Course: Master Black Belt.

Outcome

During the course Master Black Belt you will develop practical skills in three areas: the design of an improvement program, managing the improvement effort and theoretical understanding of product and process improvement. 

As a Master Black Belt you will play a key role in turning improvement programs into a success.

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What you’ll learn.

Area 1
Design and improvement program:
  • Organizational development: understanding the dynamics of deployment processes. 
  • Strategic position: ensuring that lean, six sigma and reliability have a viable place in the organization. 
  • Program design: how to organize and structure the lean, six sigma or reliability program?

Area 2

Managing the improvement effort: 

  • Coaching skills and power dynamics in projectreviews. 
  • Factor 10 behavior: proactive leadership and being the one who sets things in motion.
  • Organization politics: operating strategically in a political forcefield.

Area 3

Product and process improvement: 

  • Strategic focus: where do you need to excel, and where can you compromise in order to excel where it counts? 
  • The science of flow: how do jobs flow through a process with limited capacity? (“factory physics”).
  • From quality to speed and flexibility: time-based competition, quick response manufacturing and agility. 
  • Project management: the theory behind the V-model, agile project management, heartbeat and proactive control.

Relevant courses.

HI-PP2 Green Belt Six Sigma

Product and Process Development

This course will teach you to perform development and improvement projects independently according to the DMAIC methodology. 

Marcel Logger
Marcel Logger
Competence Lead Six Sigma & Master Black Belt
  • 6 days
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HI-PP3 Green Belt to Black Belt

Product and Process Development

This course focuses on certified Green Belt professionals who want to deepen their knowledge at the Black Belt level.

Theo de Goede
Theo de Goede
Sr. Project Manager & Master Black Belt
  • 8 days
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HI-PP4 Black Belt Design for Six Sigma

Product and Process Development System Engineering

This course will enable you to take the lead in projects and carry them out according to the DfSS method.

Theo de Goede
Theo de Goede
Sr. Project Manager & Master Black Belt
  • 12 days
Learn more about this course

HI-PP6 One Day Workshop Cost of Non-Quality

Product and Process Development

The training Cost of Non-Quality gives you all the insights you need to attack your company’s cost of non-quality.  

Ir. Ron Kamp
Ir. Ron Kamp
Master Black Belt
  • 1 day
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HI-PP7 Failure Mode & Effects Analysis Facilitator

Product and Process Development Reliability System Engineering Data Science & AI

Learn to execute and facilitate risk analysis within your Product Creation Process.

Marcel Logger
Marcel Logger
Competence Lead Six Sigma & Master Black Belt
  • 4 days
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  • October 1 - October 1
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Practical information.

For whom

The course aims at experienced Black Belts and project managers who want to grow further into a role as MBB or program manager. Experience in a role as Black Belt or similar position is a prerequisite.

Certificate

Requirements:
1. Completed certification to the level of Black Belt by an acceptable certification party
2. Sufficient experience in supporting and reviewing projects (DMAIC or DIDOV)(>= 10 projects)
3. Contribution to the Lean, Six Sigma or Reliability communities (presentation, article, symposium)
4. Sufficient experience teaching workshops or courses on Lean, Six Sigma or Reliability at the minimum level of Green Belt, preferable Black Belt level
5. Completing the MBB / Advanced Leadership Program

Procedure:
1. Inform Holland Innovative about your ambition to apply for the MBB certification program
2. Arrange a Purchase Order for € 525,-
3. Submit the full information package, as listed in the Requirements section
4. Holland Innovative will review your submitted information and will grand the title of MBB if all requirements have been fulfilled.

For candidates who fulfill the certification requirements, certification to MBB can be included for an additional €525,-.

Location & Dates

Location

Eindhoven – High Tech Campus 29  

Dates 2025

Block 1: 10 and 11 April

Block 2: 15 and 16 May

Block 3: 26 and 27 June

Group size

Maximum group size: 12 participants