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Quality Management, Six Sigma - Professional Diploma

Enhance your career opportunities in manufacturing, services and the public sector with a Black Belt in Six Sigma.

Key information

EU fees per year €6,100
Non-EU fees per year €6,100
NFQ Level NFQ Level 9 Minor
Duration One year
Attendance Part-time
Programme type Taught
Delivery Online
Start date September / January
Award Professional Diploma

Achieve Black Belt level in Six Sigma and acquire the expertise to deliver measurable improvements across a wide range of industry sectors with UL’s one-year, part-time Professional Diploma in Quality Management Six Sigma. 

This programme focuses on developing advanced skills in Six Sigma methodology and quality science, preparing participants to lead high-impact improvement initiatives across manufacturing and service sectors.  

Over the course of one year, students will gain both the theoretical foundation and practical experience needed to operate at Master Black Belt level.  

With a strong emphasis on statistical analysis, problem-solving tools, and real-world project execution, the programme equips professionals to drive measurable quality and process improvements within their organisations. 

Participants who have completed this programme can continue to the in Strategic Quality Management Lean Sigma Systems  

This programme will earn 30 ECTS credits towards a Flexible Masters Pathway, allowing students to combine Postgraduate awards to achieve a Master’s over time. 

During this programme, you will

  • Acquire the ability to apply Six Sigma principles to drive improvement with measurable results in your organisation.
  • Complete a substantial industry-based project delivered in the form of a management report.
  • Integrate concepts, tools and techniques in your workplace to deliver significant cost savings for the organisation.
  • Build advanced statistical capabilities to support data-driven quality improvement and decision-making. 
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