Q+C eAcademy · Six Sigma Qualification

Six Sigma Yellow Belt
— finally flexible,
hands-on & affordable

The curriculum from 19 years of consulting practice with more than 2,000 qualified Six Sigma Belts — now as a 100 % self-paced online course.

Proven in 100+ live Yellow Belt trainings
16 hours — no fixed dates, no waiting
Real-world case study with actual data, not from a textbook
Digital certificate upon passing the final exam
12 months of Funpark access included
Enroll now One-time payment € 499 · 12 months of access
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eYellow Belt
Six Sigma
Practice Course
Online
2,000+
Belts qualified
since 2007
100+
Yellow Belts
in live training
5
DMAIC phases
complete
16h
Learning content
structured
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Industry · Services
Enterprises
The problem with Six Sigma training

Why many courses fail the practice test

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Traditional seminars are expensive

On-site training quickly costs €1,500 to €3,000 — plus travel time, hotel, and production downtime. For many specialists and SMEs, simply not viable.

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Online courses stay abstract

Most platform courses use generic examples. The result: statistics understood, practical transfer missing. On the job, you still can't move forward.

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Fixed dates rarely fit

Multi-day block sessions collide with project and shift schedules. People who would have to sacrifice vacation or parental leave to qualify usually stay where they are.

The eYellow Belt solves all three problems: practice-proven curriculum from 19 years of consulting and more than 100 live Yellow Belt trainings — now as a compact, self-paced online course for € 499, starting whenever it suits you.
Course content

What guides you through all 5 DMAIC phases

Each phase includes teaching videos, an interactive Phase Book with exercises, and an automatic knowledge test. The complete real-world case study runs from Define through Control.

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Phase 1 – Define
Formulating the problem clearly

Project Charter, Voice of the Customer, SIPOC diagram, problem definition. You learn how to set up an improvement project cleanly — before analyzing a single number.

Project CharterSIPOCVoCProblem definition
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Phase 2 – Measure
Collecting data and understanding the baseline

Data collection, measurement system analysis, process metrics, process capability (Cp, Cpk). Afterwards, you know how to evaluate processes objectively — not just by gut feeling.

Data collectionCp/CpkMSAProcess metrics
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Phase 3 – Analyze
Finding root causes instead of fighting symptoms

Cause-and-effect analysis (Ishikawa), Pareto chart, hypothesis tests, correlation. The heart of DMAIC: what's really behind the problem?

IshikawaParetoRegressionHypothesis test
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Phase 4 – Improve
Developing and testing solutions

Brainstorming methods, solution evaluation, piloting, DOE basics. How to pick the best solution from many ideas and implement it effectively.

Solution evaluationPilotingFMEA basics
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Phase 5 – Control
Sustaining improvements long-term

Control plan, control charts, Standard Operating Procedures, handover to the process owner. So success doesn't disappear after three months.

Control planControl chartSOPSustainability
Who is this course for?

Right for you, if …

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Specialist in production & quality

You work in manufacturing, quality assurance, or maintenance and want to tackle improvement projects in a structured way — with methodology instead of gut feeling.

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Process engineer & Lean lead

You have already worked with Lean or continuous improvement, but want to understand the statistical side — and finally use Six Sigma as a complete toolkit.

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Career starter & student

You want to strengthen your CV with a relevant certificate and stand out from other applicants — practical, not just theoretical.

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Manager & project lead

You want to understand what your team is doing when running DMAIC projects — and contribute substantively in status meetings and reviews.

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Employee in administration & services

Six Sigma doesn't only work on the production line: whether case handling, service, customer support, or internal processes — the methodology helps here too, structuring workflows, reducing variation, and uncovering improvement potential based on facts.

Not suitable if: you're looking for a live-guided training with personal feedback and a tutor, or if you're already a Yellow Belt and want to jump straight to Green Belt.
Still unsure?

Try the free eWhiteBelt first.

Before you commit to the full eYellowBelt — have a look at the free eWhiteBelt. 21 lessons, about 90 minutes, all DMAIC phases at a glance. At the end, you even get to see a first original teaching video from the eYellowBelt with Markus.

To the free eWhiteBelt→
Your trainer
Markus Pralle
Markus Pralle
⚫ Master Black Belt · Owner Q+ Consulting

I'm a consultant, trainer, and Six Sigma practitioner with 19 years of practice — in manufacturing, services, and enterprises. In that time, I have qualified more than 2,000 people across various Six Sigma Belt levels, with a focus on Green Belts. I developed the eYellow Belt out of my live trainings: same curriculum, same case study, same depth — now as a flexible self-paced course that fits any calendar.

Why I know what I teach: More than 100 participants have already completed this specific Yellow Belt curriculum in live trainings — as part of a total of 2,000+ Six Sigma qualifications since 2007. Every method, every example has been tested in real projects — not born in a textbook.
Six Sigma MBB DMAIC Lean Operational Excellence Automotive Manufacturing
Booking formats

Three paths to the eYellow Belt.

The same learning path — three setups, matching your situation: as an individual, in a team circle, or supported by your Operational Excellence (OE) function.

Path A · Individual

Solo

Qualify at your own pace
€ 499 per person · 12 months of access
  • Full eYellowBelt learning path with real-world case study
  • 100 % asynchronous — no fixed dates
  • Final exam + digital completion certificate
  • 12 months of Funpark access included
Enroll now →
Path B · Team format

Peer Group

Qualify together as a team
€ 1,999 per circle (4–6 participants) · 12 months
  • Identical learning path, shared across the team
  • 4–6 participants in a peer learning circle
  • Self-organized without an external trainer
  • Works across locations
Send team enquiry →
Path C · With OE support

OE-supported

Scale with your own OE function
€ 1,999 per circle (4–6 participants) · 12 months
  • Identical learning path, supported by your OE
  • Observation logs for talent scouting
  • Structured feedback by your GB/BB
  • Visible career-path preparation
Request OE setup →

Not sure which format fits? Write to us briefly — we'll recommend the right setup.

Enrollment

Pay once. Start immediately.

No subscription, no expiry after 30 days, no hidden extras.

🟡 eYellowBelt
Six Sigma Yellow Belt
Online self-paced course · Digital certificate
€499
One-time · plus VAT · instant access
🎓 Students: € 129 (with proof of enrollment)

What's included

✓5 hours of teaching videos (all DMAIC phases)
✓5 interactive Phase Books with exercises & visualizations
✓Continuous real-world case study with actual data
✓Automatic knowledge tests after every phase
✓Final exam (passing score 70 %) + digital certificate
✓12 months of course access — at your own pace
✓Interactive Gaussian calculator (Cp/Cpk/Sigma level)
✓Plus: 12 months of comprehensive access to the Six Sigma Funpark
Enroll now →
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Frequently asked

Your questions — answered directly

Who is this course for — do I need any prior knowledge? +
No — the eYellow Belt is designed for beginners. You don't need any statistics knowledge or prior Six Sigma background. It helps if you already work or have worked in a company, since the examples are very practical.
What sets this course apart from other Yellow Belt courses? +
The curriculum comes directly from live trainings that Markus Pralle has run for years for specialists in industry and enterprises. The focus is on a continuous real-world case study with actual data — not on abstract examples. You learn how DMAIC works in practice, not just in theory.
How long do I have access to the course? +
12 months from enrollment. That's enough to work through the course multiple times, use the materials as a reference, or finish the certificate after a longer break.
What if I don't pass the final exam? +
The exam can be retaken once free of charge — so you have a total of two attempts to reach the minimum score of 70 %. The certificate is issued automatically as soon as you reach that score. If you narrowly fail the second attempt as well, please reach out — we'll find a solution.
Is the certificate officially recognized? +
The certificate is issued by the Q+C eAcademy and confirms successful completion of the course. It corresponds to the industry-standard Yellow Belt qualification and is recognized in practice — particularly in manufacturing and quality — as proof of competence. It is not a state-accredited educational qualification.
Can I bill the course through my employer? +
Yes — we issue a proper invoice for your accounting or employer on request. If your company wants to qualify multiple employees, please enquire about volume licenses at info@esixsigma.de.

Ready to really understand Six Sigma?

Start today with the curriculum that has matured over 19 years of practice and 2,000+ Six Sigma qualifications — at your own pace, without fixed dates.

Enroll now – € 499