The IQF certification exam is nothing like traditional certification exams. Instead, it is a rigorous, computer-based test of Black Belts ability to use modern methods to improve business operations. The exam consists of 2 modules:
Fundamentals - short questions & problems designed to test the basic understanding of Six Sigma tools & concepts.
Applications - detailed problems designed to test Six Sigma problem solving ability.
Each of these modules must be completed in 4 hours. The exam is open book, and any computer software may be used. After completing the exam, the exam software generates a code and using the code one can retrieve the score from the internet.

EXAM

The IQF Six Sigma Exam is computer based, which offers two advantages: the exam may be taken at your leisure (rather than at pre-determined times and locations), and it encourages the use of analytical software in developing your response. In this way, the testing is a bit more realistic than multiple choice exams.

IQF Green Belt Certificate (Sample).

 

EXAM FORMAT

The exam consists of 2 sections; a Fundamentals section and an Applications section. The examinee is given 4 hours to complete each section of the exam. Green Belts are required to take only Fundamentals section. The Fundamentals section is designed to test the examinee's understanding of basic statistical methods and consists of the following types of questions:

Green Belts scoring minimum 50% are successful and certificate is awarded.