What Six Sigma does

Six Sigma (legal entity: Global Six Sigma USA LP; dba 6sigma.us) is a privately held, Austin-Texas-based Lean Six Sigma training and certification company founded in 2004. It delivers a belt-based certification portfolio (White, Yellow, Green, Black, and Master Black Belt) plus adjacent curricula in Lean, Design for Six Sigma (DFSS), Root Cause Analysis (8D), Project Management (PM4PI), Systems Thinking, and Champion training, with instructors led by President and Master Black Belt Peter Peterka and a bench of 20+ MBB consultants with industry experience at firms such as 3M, GE, Motorola, HP, Dell, Intel, Xerox, and Seagate.

The product is delivered across five formats — live virtual instructor-led (Zoom), self-paced online (LockLizard-secured Learning Center), classroom training at 30+ North American cities, blended cohorts, and onsite corporate deployments — and is supported by a Spanish-language sub-brand (sixsigmaespanol.com) for Hispanic markets. The technology stack is largely third-party (Zoom, LockLizard, Minitab, PayPal) layered over proprietary curriculum and assessment content; no AI/ML components are disclosed. The company is PMI, IACET, ISSSP, SHRM, and BBB accredited and holds U.S. GSA Schedule Contract #GS-02F-114AA for federal sales.

The business model is predominantly transactional, pay-as-you-go course and certification fees, with pricing ranging from $99 (self-paced White Belt) to $4,975 (Master Black Belt) and classroom pricing typically 2x virtual. Revenue is diversified across individual self-serve e-commerce, mid-market open-enrollment classes, enterprise onsite training, and government sales. Over its lifetime the company has trained 25,000+ participants across 5,000+ organizations, but it has no disclosed external funding, no parent company, and a headcount of 11–50, implying a small, profitable services firm rather than a venture-backed growth company.

Name

Six Sigma

Legal name

Global Six Sigma USA LP

Website

https://6sigma.us

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Austin

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices31 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Training Course Fees: Core revenue from instructor-led virtual training, self-paced online training, blended training programs, and classroom training at various US cities. Prices range from $299 (White Belt virtual) to $4,975 (Master Black Belt). Classroom training typically 2x virtual pricing.
2. Certification Fees: Additional certification fees for project-based certifications. For example, DFSS certification available for $300 additional after completing training and real-world project with Master Black Belt mentorship.
3. Self-Paced Online Training: Online RCA training available for $350-$422 with 90-day access. Course materials include downloadable templates, digital manuals, and optional printed materials for additional cost.
4. Professional Services: Onsite corporate training delivery, consulting services including Lean Six Sigma consultation, Kaizen events, and Quality by Design consulting. Minitab consulting services also offered.
5. Spanish Language Training: Capacitacion y Certificacion virtual en vivo en espanol for Spanish-speaking markets, including Green Belt and Lean Fundamentals seminars in Spanish

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Six Sigma (6sigma.us, legal entity Global Six Sigma USA LP) delivers Lean Six Sigma, Lean, Design for Six Sigma (DFSS), Root Cause Analysis, and Project Management training and certification. Its curriculum is structured as a belt-based progression (White, Yellow, Green, Black, and Master Black Belt) plus specialized programs, taught by Master Black Belt practitioners and delivered through multiple formats: live virtual via Zoom, self-paced online, classroom training at 30+ North American cities, blended, and onsite corporate training. Training is offered in English and Spanish and includes consulting services such as Lean Six Sigma consultation, Kaizen events, Quality by Design, and Minitab consulting.

Product overview

Six Sigma (6Sigma.us) is a comprehensive Lean Six Sigma training and certification company offering a multi-tiered portfolio of belt-based certifications (White, Yellow, Green, Black, and Master Black Belt), supplemented by specialized programs including Lean methodology training, Design for Six Sigma (DFSS), Root Cause Analysis, Project Management, and Systems Thinking. The company delivers training through four primary methods: Live Virtual Training via Zoom, Self-Paced Online Training, Classroom Training at physical locations, and Blended Training combining self-paced and live sessions. Additionally, onsite training is available for organizations. The product architecture consists of core certification products organized by belt level, with supporting specialized modules and multiple delivery formats to serve diverse learner needs across industries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Lean Six Sigma White Belt Certification Foundational entry-level Six Sigma certification covering the basics of Six Sigma methodology, suitable for beginners with no prior experience. Available in virtual, classroom, and self-paced online formats.
• Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification Entry-level certification building on White Belt training, teaching basic measuring tools, problem-solving processes, and Six Sigma fundamentals for team participation. 2.5-day program in virtual and classroom formats.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt BootCamp Intensive 4-day accelerated Green Belt training program covering essential Six Sigma concepts and tools for process improvement. Available virtually and in classroom.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification Intermediate 2-week certification program training participants to lead improvement projects, deliver results, and apply statistical analysis using DMAIC methodology. Available virtually, in classroom, and as blended option.
• Six Sigma Black Belt Certification Advanced 4.5-day certification training professionals to master Lean Six Sigma and lead strategic improvement initiatives across organizations. Available virtually and in classroom.
• Six Sigma Master Black Belt Certification Highest-level certification qualifying experts to lead large-scale projects and mentor others in applying Six Sigma techniques for business process improvement. Available virtually and in classroom.
• Lean Fundamentals 3-day training on Lean methodology principles including waste reduction, 5S, value stream mapping, and continuous improvement concepts. Available virtually, in self-paced online, and as blended.
• Lean Master Certification 4-day advanced Lean training for leading continuous improvement projects using Lean principles and methodologies. Available as virtual instructor-led.
• Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) Black Belt Training 3-day advanced design training focusing on TRIZ, Axiomatic Design, advanced VOC analysis, tolerance design, DOE techniques, and simulation for innovative product development.
• Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) Self-Paced Online Online self-paced program using Six Sigma methodologies to develop products, services, and processes with customer-focused design techniques and simulation.
• Root Cause Analysis Training Structured 3-day problem-solving training using the 8D Roadmap methodology for institutionalizing operating systems and solving problems with unknown causes. Also available as self-paced online with 90-day access.
• Project Management Training (PM4PI) 8-session practical project management toolkit (16 hours total) integrated with DMAIC methodology, providing templates and real-world case studies for process improvement projects. Delivered via virtual training through Zoom.
• Systems Thinking Training Advanced training on understanding complex system interactions and their impact on organizational processes and improvement initiatives.
• Six Sigma Champion Training Leadership program for executives and champions to understand and support Six Sigma deployment within organizations.
• Lean Six Sigma Project Certification Project-based certification earned by completing a real-world process improvement project under Master Black Belt mentorship. Available as an add-on to belt training for an additional certification fee.
• Lean Six Sigma Consulting Services Professional services including Lean Six Sigma consultation, Lean Kaizen Events, Quality by Design (QbD) consulting, and Minitab consulting delivered to organizations seeking expert facilitation of process improvement initiatives.
• Seminario virtual Green Belt (Spanish) Live virtual Green Belt training program delivered entirely in Spanish, covering DMAIC methodology with Minitab software integration, targeting Spanish-speaking professionals.
• Seminario Fundamentos de Lean (Spanish) Spanish-language Lean Fundamentals training webinar covering waste reduction, 5S, value stream mapping, and Lean principles for Spanish-speaking audiences.
• Onsite Corporate Training Customizable training delivered at client locations for large groups with tailored Six Sigma content focus areas. Covers all certification levels plus Champion, White, Yellow, Green, Black, Master Black Belt, Root Cause Analysis, DFSS, and Lean training.

Quantifiable outcome

• 700+ project certifications completed
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers15 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature4 records

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Coursera: Coursera hosts multiple Lean Six Sigma certificate programs from universities and platforms (e.g., University System of Georgia, ASQ-aligned content). It is a broad incumbent that competes on price and brand for self-paced entry-level certifications.
• Simplilearn: Simplilearn offers a broad catalog of professional certification courses including Six Sigma alongside PMP, ITIL, and cloud credentials. It is comparable as a broader incumbent in online professional certification training with similar target buyers.
• ASQ (American Society for Quality): ASQ is the long-standing professional body for quality practitioners and offers its own Six Sigma certifications, training, and member services. It is a broad incumbent with overlapping certification content but operates on a membership model rather than pure commercial training.
• Purdue University Online (Continuing Education): Purdue (lead instructor's alma mater for Chemical Engineering) operates continuing education and online certificate programs in operations and quality management. It is a broader higher-education incumbent that competes for adult learner credentials in process improvement.
• edX (2U): edX offers professional certificate programs in operations, quality, and process improvement from accredited institutions. It competes for the same corporate L&D budgets and individual learner interest in continuing professional education.

Direct peers

• GoLeanSixSigma.com: GoLeanSixSigma.com offers belt-level certifications and training for individuals and teams, with online and live formats. It is a direct peer in product scope, delivery model, and target buyer (individual professionals and corporate teams) to Six Sigma.us.
• IASSC (International Association for Six Sigma Certification): IASSC issues globally recognized Lean Six Sigma certifications (Yellow, Green, Black Belt) that compete with in-house branded certifications. It is a direct peer in the certification marketplace, particularly relevant for individual learners seeking portable credentials.
• MoreSteam: MoreSteam is a Lean Six Sigma training and certification provider offering belt-level certifications and online learning for individuals and enterprises. It is the most direct comparable in terms of product catalog (White through Master Black Belt) and target buyer (corporate and individual learners).
• KnowledgeHut: KnowledgeHut provides live virtual and corporate training across Lean Six Sigma, Agile, PMP, and other certification tracks. It overlaps in target market and delivery format with Six Sigma.us, particularly for individual professionals and enterprise cohorts.
• GreyCampus: GreyCampus offers Six Sigma, PMP, and other professional certification training through live virtual, self-paced, and corporate formats. It is directly comparable in delivery model, target customer (individual professionals and enterprises), and curriculum structure.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/6sigmaus
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@6sigmaUs/videos
• Facebookfacebook.com/SixSigma.us
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/6sigma.us
• Instagraminstagram.com/sixsigma.us

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Six Sigma