Certified Lean Six Sigma Champion (CLSSC)

Certification Overview

Certified Lean Six Sigma Champion (CLSSC)

Exam Code: CLSSC-001

The Certified Lean Six Sigma Champion (CLSSC)™ certification is designed for professionals and organizational leaders who aspire to drive transformational improvement initiatives within their organizations. As a Champion, individuals play a pivotal role in sponsoring, guiding, and supporting Lean Six Sigma projects, ensuring alignment with strategic business goals. This certification equips participants with a comprehensive understanding of the Lean Six Sigma methodology, including process improvement, waste elimination, and performance optimization, enabling them to foster a culture of continuous improvement across departments.

Through the CLSSC program, candidates gain the skills to effectively identify high-impact projects, allocate resources, and mentor Green and Black Belt project teams. The certification emphasizes the strategic role of a Champion in removing barriers, promoting collaboration, and ensuring that projects deliver measurable business outcomes. Participants also learn to interpret critical metrics, assess organizational readiness for change, and establish governance frameworks that support sustainable process improvements.

By earning the CLSSC credential, professionals demonstrate their ability to lead and influence change at an organizational level. This certification not only enhances leadership credibility but also strengthens decision-making capabilities in complex business environments. Organizations benefit from having certified Champions who can accelerate project success, drive operational excellence, and create a culture where continuous improvement is embedded in everyday practices. The CLSSC certification is therefore ideal for executives, senior managers, and change agents committed to achieving measurable business results through Lean Six Sigma initiatives.


Exam Information

The Certified Lean Six Sigma Champion (CLSSC)™ exam consists of 10 case study-based questions designed to evaluate your ability to apply Lean Six Sigma principles at an advanced, strategic level. To successfully qualify for the certification, candidates must correctly answer at least 6 out of 10 questions. The exam focuses on real-world scenarios, assessing leadership, project sponsorship, strategic decision-making, and problem-solving skills essential for a Lean Six Sigma Champion.

The total duration of the exam is 1 hour (60 Minutes).  

  • The exam is conducted in AI-proctored mode and can be taken anytime, anywhere within an eight-month validity period.
  • Upon purchasing the Premium Package or an Exam Voucher Code, a voucher code with two attempts will be assigned to your login profile under the "My Vouchers" tab. You can then take the exam through the "My Exam(s)" tab in your profile. To take the exam, simply apply the voucher code.
  • The Exam Voucher included in the Premium Package or purchased separately is valid for two (2) attempts. If you are unable to pass the exam within these two attempts, you can purchase a new voucher code, which will grant you an additional two attempts.
  • Kindly Note: The voucher will not be valid for a second attempt if you pass the exam on your first attempt.

The CLSSC™ Certification remains valid for a period of five (5) years. Certification renewal requires the candidate to successfully retake the examination upon the expiry of the validity period.

The Certified Lean Six Sigma Champion (CLSSC)™ is a Trademark of GAQM.

There are no prerequisites to apply for this certification, and it is open to all individuals.

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Course Outline

Module 1 - Strategic Lean Six Sigma Leadership

  • Introduction to Lean Six Sigma at the Executive Level
  • Understanding the Champion role
  • Aligning Lean Six Sigma with organizational strategy
  • Key performance indicators for strategic initiatives
  • Organizational Readiness and Change Management
  • Assessing organizational culture for continuous improvement
  • Leading transformational change
  • Overcoming resistance and fostering engagement
  • Governance and Project Portfolio Management
  • Selecting high-impact projects
  • Prioritizing projects based on ROI and strategic objectives
  • Creating a project review and escalation framework

Module 2 - Advanced Lean Six Sigma Methodologies

  • Lean Principles and Waste Elimination
  • Advanced value stream mapping
  • Identifying and eliminating non-value-added activities
  • Kaizen events and rapid improvement techniques
  • Six Sigma Tools for Strategic Impact
  • Statistical process control at the enterprise level
  • Advanced DMAIC applications for complex processes
  • Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) overview
  • Integration of Lean and Six Sigma
  • Synergizing Lean efficiency with Six Sigma quality
  • Case studies of enterprise-wide Lean Six Sigma implementation

Module 3 - Data-Driven Decision Making

  • Advanced Metrics and KPIs
  • Strategic vs operational metrics
  • Leading and lagging indicators
  • Balanced scorecard integration
  • Data Analytics for Champions
  • Predictive and prescriptive analytics
  • Leveraging business intelligence tools for process improvement
  • Interpreting complex statistical reports
  • Measurement Systems and Performance Evaluation
  • Advanced measurement system analysis
  • Ensuring data reliability and accuracy
  • Linking metrics to business outcomes

Module 4 - Project Sponsorship and Mentoring

  • Champion’s Role in Project Success
  • Sponsor responsibilities in Green and Black Belt projects
  • Providing strategic guidance without micromanagement
  • Removing organizational barriers
  • Coaching and Mentoring Techniques
  • Advanced mentoring frameworks for project leaders
  • Facilitating cross-functional collaboration
  • Conflict resolution and team motivation
  • Project Review and Escalation Processes
  • Effective project monitoring dashboards
  • Risk assessment and mitigation strategies
  • Conducting successful project reviews

Module 5 - Financial and Operational Impact

  • Financial Analysis for Six Sigma Projects
  • Calculating ROI, NPV, and cost savings
  • Linking operational improvements to financial outcomes
  • Cost-benefit prioritization of improvement initiatives
  • Operational Excellence and Process Optimization
  • Advanced process mapping and bottleneck analysis
  • Lean flow techniques for high-volume operations
  • Reducing process variation at scale
  • Sustaining Improvements and Scalability
  • Creating standard operating procedures
  • Embedding improvements into organizational routines
  • Scaling successful projects enterprise-wide

Module 6 - Advanced Case Studies and Strategic Deployment

  • Enterprise-Level Lean Six Sigma Implementations
  • Multi-departmental case studies
  • Lessons from global industry leaders
  • Measuring strategic outcomes
  • Integration with Other Business Excellence Models
  • Lean Six Sigma with Agile, TOC, and ISO standards
  • Combining operational excellence frameworks for strategic advantage
  • Risk-based deployment strategies
  • Capstone Project for Champions
  • Leading a simulated enterprise-wide initiative
  • Applying leadership, analytics, and strategic decision-making
  • Presenting project outcomes to executive stakeholders

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Target Audience

The Certified Lean Six Sigma Champion (CLSSC)™ certification is ideal for senior leaders, executives, and managers who are responsible for driving organizational change and improvement initiatives. It is specifically designed for individuals who sponsor Lean Six Sigma projects, oversee multiple improvement teams, or are accountable for strategic business performance. This certification is also suitable for professionals seeking to enhance their leadership skills in process improvement, operational excellence, and change management.

Additionally, CLSSC is valuable for business leaders in diverse industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, IT, finance, and service sectors, where efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction are critical. It benefits those who aim to mentor and guide Green and Black Belt practitioners, ensure alignment between projects and organizational goals, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Overall, the CLSSC certification is tailored for decision-makers and change agents who aspire to lead high-impact projects, optimize business processes, and deliver measurable results across the organization. It empowers leaders to influence transformation while strengthening governance and accountability in Lean Six Sigma initiatives.

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