Six Sigma Terms

Senior executive who sponsors the overall Six Sigma initiative.

Senior-level executive who is responsible for implementing Six Sigma within the business.

Middle- or senior-level executive who sponsors a specific Six Sigma project, ensuring that resources are available and cross-functional issues are resolved.

Full-time professional who acts as a team leader on Six Sigma projects. Typically has four to five weeks of classroom training in methods, statistical tools and sometimes team skills.

Highly experienced and successful Black Belt who has managed several projects and is an expert in Six Sigma methods/tools. Responsible for coaching/mentoring/training Black Belts and for helping the Six Sigma leader and Champions keep the initiative on track.

Part-time professional who participates on a Black Belt project team or leads smaller projects. Typically has two weeks of classroom training in methods and basic statistical tools.

Professional who has general awareness of Six Sigma (through no formal training) and who brings relevant experience or expertise to a particular project.

Professional responsible for the business process that is the target of a Six Sigma project.

Sponsor

Leader

Champion

Black Belt

Master Black Belt

Green Belt

Team Member

Process Owner