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    What Is Design for Six Sigma and the DMADV Roadmap?UntitledA Proactive Route to First-Time Quality

    Design for Six Sigma training in South Africa equips engineers, designers and quality professionals to build Six Sigma quality into new products, services and processes from the very first design decision. Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) is the proactive counterpart to DMAIC: rather than improving a process after defects appear, it designs quality in from the outset. The programme is built around the DMADV roadmap, which stands for Define, Measure, Analyse, Design and Verify. You learn to capture the voice of the customer (VOC), translate it into measurable Critical to Quality requirements, build a Quality Function Deployment House of Quality, compare concepts with the Pugh matrix, run a Design FMEA (DFMEA), and apply robust design so a product performs consistently in real South African operating conditions. Delivered as a practical one-day, eight-hour programme in live virtual, classroom and corporate formats, this DFSS course suits product design engineers, R&D professionals, new product development managers and Six Sigma practitioners. There is no examination; learning is reinforced through hands-on tool exercises, and you receive a course completion record from Invensis Learning. For teams building products for automotive, food, pharmaceutical and industrial markets, DFSS is a direct route to fewer late redesigns and stronger first-pass quality.

    What Is Design for Six Sigma and the DMADV Roadmap?A Proactive Route to First-Time Quality

    Design for Six Sigma training in South Africa equips engineers, designers and quality professionals to build Six Sigma quality into new products, services and processes from the very first design decision. Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) is the proactive counterpart to DMAIC: rather than improving a process after defects appear, it designs quality in from the outset.

    The programme is built around the DMADV roadmap, which stands for Define, Measure, Analyse, Design and Verify. You learn to capture the voice of the customer (VOC), translate it into measurable Critical to Quality requirements, build a Quality Function Deployment House of Quality, compare concepts with the Pugh matrix, run a Design FMEA (DFMEA), and apply robust design so a product performs consistently in real South African operating conditions.

    Delivered as a practical one-day, eight-hour programme in live virtual, classroom and corporate formats, this DFSS course suits product design engineers, R&D professionals, new product development managers and Six Sigma practitioners. There is no examination; learning is reinforced through hands-on tool exercises, and you receive a course completion record from Invensis Learning. For teams building products for automotive, food, pharmaceutical and industrial markets, DFSS is a direct route to fewer late redesigns and stronger first-pass quality.

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    Key Highlightsof the Design for Six Sigma Training Course

    End-to-End Skill Development

    • Structured Design for Six Sigma training in the South Africa designed to help learners understand the core DFSS phases, tools, and design quality workflows covered in the program
    • Course content aligned with current industry expectations, real-world product and process development requirements, and practical learning objectives for South Africa professionals
    • Real-world examples and scenario-based learning to help learners connect DFSS tools with everyday design engineering and quality management situations through online Design for Six Sigma training
    • Guided learning support to help participants strengthen understanding, improve confidence, and apply DFSS skills effectively in their roles

    Structured Courseware and Learning Resources

    • Access to organized DFSS course materials including Kano model analysis worksheets, QFD house of quality templates, and Pugh concept selection matrices designed to support step-by-step learning
    • Topic-wise learning resources, exercises, and knowledge checks to reinforce understanding of DFSS phases from project definition through verification
    • Practice activities, assignments, and scenario-based exercises to help learners apply DFSS tools in realistic design and development situations as part of a practical Design for Six Sigma bootcamp
    • Supplementary learning aids such as Taguchi DOE reference guides, DFMEA worksheets, noise management strategy templates, and parameter optimization guides

    Instructor-Led, Practical Learning Experience

    • Live interactive sessions delivered by experienced DFSS practitioners with hands-on domain expertise across manufacturing, engineering, R&D, and product development sectors
    • Real-world examples, case discussions, and applied design optimization exercises to improve practical understanding of DFSS methodologies
    • Opportunities to ask questions, clarify doubts, and participate in trainer-led discussions on customer needs, concept selection, and robust design
    • Training approach focused on helping learners use DFSS tools confidently at work through Design for Six Sigma coaching

    Flexible Learning Support in South Africa

    • Instructor-led training formats available for individual learners and corporate teams across the South Africa
    • Options include live virtual classroom training, onsite training, and customized group training depending on availability and organizational requirements
    • Learning support designed to help participants stay on track before, during, and after the Design for Six Sigma training
    • Additional revision and post-training support may be available based on the selected course format

    Learn the Core Concepts Covered in the Course

    • Understand DFSS overview, opportunity identification, project selection criteria, DFSS best practices, and project close procedures
    • Learn customer needs definition techniques including the Kano model, customer loss function, and QFD house of quality based on the course curriculum
    • Explore practical use cases showing how DFSS is applied in product design, process improvement, and service development environments
    • Build role-relevant knowledge of design optimization, Taguchi DOE, tolerance design, DFMEA, and noise management that supports better design decisions

    Practice, Assessment, and Completion Support

    • Practice Kano model analysis, QFD development, Pugh matrix scoring, Taguchi DOE application, and DFMEA creation through exercises and scenario-based activities
    • Use assessments to identify knowledge gaps in DFSS skills and strengthen understanding of weaker design quality areas
    • Receive guidance from instructors to improve understanding of DFSS phases and stay aligned with course objectives
    • Earn a course completion certificate after successfully meeting the training requirements

    Career and Workplace Application

    • Build practical DFSS skills that can support career growth, role advancement, or improved design quality performance in the South Africa
    • Strengthen confidence in applying the Kano model, QFD house of quality, Pugh matrix, Taguchi DOE, and DFMEA to real-world design and engineering challenges
    • Improve professional credibility through structured, skill-focused Design for Six Sigma training recognized across South Africa industries
    • Support organizational capability building when delivered as Design for Six Sigma corporate training for employees across engineering, manufacturing, R&D, and quality management sectors

    Design for Six Sigma Training Eligibility in the South AfricaWho Can Enroll?

    • No formal prerequisites are required to enroll in the Design for Six Sigma training program

    • Foundational knowledge of Six Sigma concepts is advantageous but not mandatory for participation

    • Professionals with no prior DFSS experience are welcome to join and will benefit from the structured curriculum

    • Learners from engineering, manufacturing, R&D, quality management, and product development backgrounds can benefit from this training

    • Individuals and corporate teams seeking to apply DFSS methodologies to design quality challenges are eligible to enroll

    The Practical Payoff of DFSS SkillsFor Engineers and Product Teams

    For Individuals

    For Individuals

    Design for Six Sigma training helps engineers and quality professionals move from fixing problems after the fact to designing quality in from the start. You gain a structured methodology, the DMADV roadmap, and the practical tools to make it work on real design projects. Whether you are a product design engineer, an R&D specialist, or a Six Sigma practitioner adding DFSS to your toolkit, the course builds capabilities that manufacturers and product teams across South Africa actively look for.

    If you want to design products that launch right the first time and reduce expensive redesigns, DFSS gives you a clear, applicable framework. You leave able to lead or contribute to DMADV projects, facilitate VOC workshops, build QFD matrices, and run Design FMEAs on live work.

    • Design new products and processes to meet customer needs first time, cutting costly late rework
    • Apply the full DMADV roadmap to real design projects with confidence
    • Turn customer requirements into measurable CTQs using VOC and QFD
    • Run Design FMEAs to find and remove failure risks before launch
    • Build robust designs that hold quality despite manufacturing and usage variation
    • Add a sought-after design skill set that complements DMAIC and Lean Six Sigma
    • Strengthen your value in automotive, pharma, food and industrial product teams
    • Contribute to faster, higher-quality new product introductions
    For Organizations

    For Organizations

    Design for Six Sigma group training helps organisations build design-in quality capability by equipping product, R&D and quality teams with a common methodology and practical tools. The training can be delivered for engineering functions, NPD teams or whole departments. For manufacturers looking to reduce late redesigns, warranty costs and time to market, DFSS provides a scalable, flexible way to raise first-pass quality across the business.

    If your teams keep discovering defects late in development, DFSS group training creates a shared design-in quality language. Engineers gain a standardised approach to VOC capture, CTQ flow-down, concept selection, risk analysis and robust design.

    • Embed first-time quality across new product development to reduce warranty and rework costs
    • Give design, R&D and quality teams a shared DFSS language and toolkit
    • Align new product introduction with APQP and stage-gate processes
    • Cut time to market by designing out defects before production
    • Standardise VOC, QFD and DFMEA practice across engineering teams
    • Support localisation and export readiness with design-in quality
    • Deliver tailored, on-site DFSS training for whole teams
    • Build stronger in-house design and quality capability

    Careers That Reward Design-Quality SkillsDemand Across South Africa

    Design for Six Sigma training builds skills that are increasingly valued across South Africa's manufacturing base, from automotive and components to food, pharmaceutical and industrial products. As the Automotive Master Plan pushes local content toward 60% by 2035 and new conformity rules raise the quality bar, employers need engineers who can design products right the first time. Demand runs from quality and industrial engineers through to design engineers and R&D managers, and here is what the market looks like now.

    R788,000

    Industrial engineer average salary, South Africa

    per year, SalaryExpert 2026

    R838,000

    Product design engineer average, South Africa

    per year, SalaryExpert 2026

    R646,000

    Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Johannesburg

    per year, Glassdoor 2026

    60%

    Local-content target for vehicles by 2035

    SA Automotive Master Plan

    SECTORS HIRING

    • —Automotive and Component Manufacturing
    • —Food, Beverage and Consumer Goods
    • —Pharmaceutical and Medical Devices
    • —Chemicals, Energy and Petrochemicals
    • —Industrial Equipment and Machinery
    • —Electronics and Technology

    GROWTH TRENDS

    • —Automotive Master Plan pushing local content to 60% by 2035
    • —Pre-shipment conformity rules raising quality expectations from 2026
    • —Localisation drive demanding first-time-right component design
    • —Growing new product development in food and pharmaceuticals
    • —Export-focused manufacturers needing design-in quality
    • —Scarce DFSS talent versus a deep DMAIC practitioner pool

    Sources: SalaryExpert, Glassdoor, PayScale (South Africa) 2026; the dtic and InvestSA (SA Automotive Master Plan to 2035).

    Market Forces Driving Demand for DFSS Skills

    Late-Stage Design Rework

    Too many South African products reach production before defects surface, forcing expensive redesigns. DFSS prevents this by building quality into the concept, not inspecting it in later.

    DFSS designs quality in from the start

    Localisation and Local-Content Pressure

    The Automotive Master Plan targets 60% local content by 2035, and local suppliers must design components right first time to win and keep original equipment manufacturer business.

    DFSS builds first-time-right design skills

    Rising Conformity and Safety Standards

    Mandatory pre-shipment conformity checks from 2026 raise the quality bar, rewarding teams that design for standards and verify performance before products ever ship.

    DFSS builds compliance into the design

    A Gap in Design-Side Talent

    South Africa has many DMAIC-trained improvers but few practitioners who can apply DFSS and the DMADV roadmap to new product and process design.

    DFSS makes design-in quality skills stand out

    Slow, Costly New Product Introduction

    Weak voice-of-customer capture and late failure analysis stretch NPI timelines. QFD and Design FMEA compress them by catching issues while the design can still change cheaply.

    DFSS builds VOC, QFD and DFMEA skills

    Warranty and Field-Failure Costs

    Field failures erode margins in automotive, appliances and industrial equipment. Robust design and tolerancing reduce a product's sensitivity to real-world variation.

    DFSS builds robust design capability

    Sources: the dtic (Automotive Industry Master Plan to 2035); Engineering News, BusinessDay (South Africa) 2026; Invensis Learning course scope.

    DFSS is more than a methodology. It is a way to launch products right the first time. Join engineers and product teams who design quality in and cut costly redesigns. Start your journey today.

    Your South Africa Career Transformation

    Where You Stand Today,

    And Where DFSS Skills Take You

    South Africa's manufacturers are under pressure to localise, meet tougher conformity rules and launch products right the first time. Employers increasingly separate engineers who can design quality in from those who cannot. Here is which side of that line you want to be on.

    Today

    Skills focused on fixing existing processes after defects appear

    After DFSS

    Able to design quality in from the start using the DMADV roadmap

    Today

    Limited to DMAIC improvement work with little design influence

    After DFSS

    Eligible for design, R&D and new product introduction roles that value design-in quality

    Today

    Reliant on trial-and-error design iterations

    After DFSS

    Confident applying VOC, QFD, DFMEA and robust design on live projects

    You master DFSS

    Before

    Customer needs captured informally and lost in translation

    Now you have

    A structured VOC-to-CTQ method that keeps every design tied to the customer

    Before

    Design risks discovered only in production or the field

    Now you have

    DFMEA discipline that surfaces and removes design risks early

    Before

    Quality treated as an inspection step after the design is fixed

    Now you have

    Quality engineered into the concept, not inspected in later

    Before

    A DMAIC-only toolkit focused on improving what already exists

    Now you have

    A complete design toolkit that complements Lean Six Sigma and DMAIC

    "The gap between fixing defects and designing them out is a set of practical skills, and the manufacturers that matter already know it."

    Join thousands of professionals who trained with Invensis Learning and raised their design game.

    Sources: SalaryExpert, Glassdoor, PayScale (South Africa) 2026.

    Module 1: Introduction to DFSS

    • Overview of Design for Six Sigma and its role in building quality into products and processes from the start
    • Opportunity identification and project selection criteria for DFSS initiatives
    • DFSS best practices and principles for successful project execution
    • Project close procedures and DFSS project publication requirements

    Module 2: Define Needs

    • Customer needs definition techniques and frameworks for capturing voice of the customer
    • Kano model analysis for categorizing and prioritizing customer requirements
    • Customer loss function and its application in understanding quality expectations
    • QFD house of quality for translating customer needs into design requirements
    • Concept identification methods for generating design directions aligned with customer value

    Module 3: Develop Concept

    • Creativity techniques for generating innovative design concepts
    • TRIZ methodology and its application to design problem solving and innovation
    • Pugh concept selection matrix for evaluating and selecting the best design concept

    Module 4: Design Optimization

    • Optimization and robust assessment principles for improving design performance
    • Parameter design methods and their role in achieving robust product and process designs
    • Taguchi DOE application for identifying optimal design parameters efficiently
    • Tolerance design techniques and quality loss function for managing design variation
    • Noise management strategy for controlling sources of variation in the design

    Module 5: Verify Implementation

    • Verification case study demonstrating DFSS application across the full design cycle
    • DFSS process summary and integration into the product or service development process
    • Project publication and knowledge sharing for DFSS initiative outcomes
    • Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) for identifying and mitigating design risks

    Course Curriculumof the Design for Six Sigma Training

    The Design for Six Sigma training course curriculum in the South Africa is structured across five modules, taking learners from an introduction to DFSS principles through to concept development, design optimization, and implementation verification.

    • Overview of Design for Six Sigma and its role in building quality into products and processes from the start
    • Opportunity identification and project selection criteria for DFSS initiatives
    • DFSS best practices and principles for successful project execution
    • Project close procedures and DFSS project publication requirements

    Shifts your thinking from fixing quality problems after launch to designing them out before day one.

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    The DFSS Tools You Will Learn to ApplyHands-On, on Real Design Scenarios

    This programme builds command of the Design for Six Sigma methodology and the tools that make it work in practice. By the end, you can take a design from customer need through to a verified, robust product using the DMADV roadmap, applying each tool on realistic scenarios.

    Apply the DMADV Roadmap

    Work through Define, Measure, Analyse, Design and Verify on a design project, and judge when DFSS is the right choice over DMAIC improvement of an existing process.

    Capture and Analyse Voice of the Customer

    Use interviews, observation and the Kano model to uncover stated and latent customer needs, then classify them as must-be, performance or delighter requirements.

    Translate Needs into CTQs with QFD

    Flow customer requirements down into measurable Critical to Quality characteristics and build a Quality Function Deployment House of Quality that sets clear design targets.

    Generate and Select Design Concepts

    Create diverse concepts and compare them objectively against a datum using the Pugh selection matrix, so the strongest design is chosen on evidence, not the loudest voice.

    Run a Design FMEA

    Identify failure modes, score severity, occurrence and detection, calculate the risk priority number, and prioritise design actions that remove risk before launch.

    Build Robust, Verified Designs

    Apply P-diagrams, Taguchi robust design thinking, tolerancing and design verification so products perform consistently and meet every CTQ before transfer to production.

    Who Should TakeDesign for Six Sigma Training in South Africa?

    Designers

    Design Engineers

    Quality Managers

    Project Managers

    Product Managers

    Materials Engineers

    R&D Directors and Managers

    Six Sigma Black Belt and Green Belt Professionals

    Who Can Take This Certification Training

    Design for Six Sigma Training Modesfor Professionals and Teams

    We offer flexible training formats designed to suit different learning preferences, schedules, and professional goals. Whether you prefer self-paced learning or a structured, corporate, instructor-led experience, choose the option that best supports your skill development journey through the Best Design for Six Sigma online training options available.

    Design for Six Sigma Live Virtual Training

    • Live online instructor-led sessions

    • Interactive discussions and virtual activities

    • Expert guidance from experienced trainers

    • Practice assessments and revision support

    • Dedicated Q&A sessions for concept clarification

    • Fixed schedules for accountability and momentum

    • Small batch sizes for personalized attention

    • Access from any location with internet connectivity

    ZAR 5690

    Attend fully interactive weekday Design for Six Sigma training sessions from anywhere while benefiting from real-time instructor guidance and collaborative learning experiences.

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    Design for Six Sigma Classroom Training

    • Instructor-led classroom sessions

    • Interactive discussions and group activities

    • Real-world examples and practical exercises

    • Structured learning with fixed schedules

    • Opportunities for peer networking and collaboration

    • Practice assessments and knowledge checks

    • Dedicated Q&A and concept clarification

    • Immediate trainer feedback and support

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    Learn through face-to-face sessions led by experienced instructors in a collaborative classroom environment. This classroom Design for Six Sigma training format combines expert guidance, peer interaction, and hands-on activities to create an engaging learning experience.

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    Design for Six Sigma Corporate Group Training

    • Customized training aligned to organizational goals

    • Flexible delivery: onsite, virtual, hybrid, or blended

    • Scheduling tailored to business availability

    • Role-based examples and industry-relevant discussions

    • Progress tracking and learner assessments where applicable

    • Dedicated coordination and administrative support

    • Consistent learning experiences across teams

    • Scalable delivery for local, regional, or global workforces

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    Design for Six Sigma Focused 1-to-1 Training

    • One-to-one instructor attention

    • Customized learning plans and objectives

    • Flexible scheduling based on availability

    • Personalized feedback and coaching

    • Additional focus on challenging topics

    • Targeted practice and revision support

    • Faster clarification of questions and concepts

    • Learning pace is adapted to individual needs

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    Design for Six Sigma Live Virtual Training

    Design for Six Sigma Live Virtual Training

    Live online instructor-led sessions

    Interactive discussions and virtual activities

    Expert guidance from experienced trainers

    Practice assessments and revision support

    Dedicated Q&A sessions for concept clarification

    Fixed schedules for accountability and momentum

    Small batch sizes for personalized attention

    Access from any location with internet connectivity

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    ZAR 5690

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    Why Choose Invensis LearningFor Design for Six Sigma Training in South Africa

    Invensis Learning delivers structured Design for Six Sigma training for individual professionals and organisations that want to build design-in quality capability. Our programmes combine experienced trainers, hands-on DFSS tool practice, organised courseware and learner-focused support. Whether you enrol as an individual or plan corporate training for your team, Invensis Learning, a trusted Design for Six Sigma training company in South Africa, provides a professional experience built around practical understanding, real-world application and measurable learning outcomes. Our ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 27001:2022 certifications reflect our commitment to quality and information security.

    • Experienced quality trainers with real product and process design expertise
    • Flexible formats: online (live virtual), classroom and on-site team training
    • Hands-on practice with VOC, QFD, Pugh matrix and DFMEA on real scenarios
    • Structured, practical courseware focused on workplace application
    • ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 27001:2022 certified training operations
    • Customised corporate training aligned to your products and sectors
    • Dedicated learner support before, during and after the programme
    • Global delivery with regional support across South Africa

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    Design for Six Sigma Training Locations in South AfricaAll our classroom training is now available online at your convenience

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    Corporate Design for Six Sigma TrainingFor Teams in South Africa

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    • Suitable for small, medium and large engineering and R&D teams
    • Customised schedules built around your team's availability
    • Flexible delivery through on-site, live virtual or hybrid formats
    • Trainers with real product and process design experience
    • Role-based examples drawn from your own sector and products
    • Practice on live design challenges using VOC, QFD and DFMEA
    • Dedicated coordination and support for group programmes

    Leading Organisations

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    What Our Learners Say

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    DMADV Made Practical

    "The DMADV roadmap finally clicked for me on this course. I now run VOC workshops and build a QFD House of Quality on real projects, and our team catches design issues far earlier than before."

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    Product Design Engineer

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    The Design Counterpart to DMAIC

    "I came from a DMAIC background and wanted the design side. The Design FMEA and robust design sessions were hands-on and immediately useful. I applied the Pugh matrix to a live concept the following week."

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    "A well-paced one-day programme with plenty of exercises. Translating customer needs into measurable CTQs is now something I do with confidence in our new product development work."

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    A Shared Design-In Quality Language

    "We ran this as an on-site programme for our design and quality teams. Everyone now shares one language for VOC, QFD and DFMEA, and our new product introductions have far fewer late redesigns."

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    "The trainer tailored the exercises to our food product development scenarios. The team left able to apply robust design and Design FMEA to live projects, which has already reduced our rework."

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    Frequently Asked QuestionsHere's everything you may ask...

    Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) training is a practical, non-certification course that teaches you to design new products, services and processes to reach Six Sigma quality from the outset using the DMADV roadmap. It suits product design engineers, R&D professionals, new product development managers, quality engineers and Six Sigma practitioners.

    General

    What is Design for Six Sigma training and who is it for?

    Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) training is a practical, non-certification course that teaches you to design new products, services and processes to reach Six Sigma quality from the outset using the DMADV roadmap. It suits product design engineers, R&D professionals, new product development managers, quality engineers and Six Sigma practitioners.

    How is DFSS different from DMAIC?

    DMAIC improves existing processes that are underperforming, while DFSS designs new products and processes right the first time. DFSS uses the DMADV roadmap, Define, Measure, Analyse, Design and Verify, to build quality in rather than fixing defects later. Organisations typically use both together.

    Is DFSS worth learning for engineers in South Africa?

    Yes. As South African manufacturers localise, meet tougher conformity rules and push to launch products right first time, design-in quality skills are in demand across automotive, food, pharmaceutical and industrial sectors. DFSS complements DMAIC and Lean Six Sigma and adds a sought-after design capability.

    Do I need prior Six Sigma experience to take this course?

    No. There are no formal prerequisites. Familiarity with basic Six Sigma concepts such as CTQ and variation is helpful but not required, as the course introduces the DMADV methodology and all DFSS tools from first principles.

    How long is the Design for Six Sigma training?

    The programme runs for one day, eight hours in total, covering DFSS foundations and all five DMADV phases with hands-on tool exercises. It can be delivered as a full day or split into two half-days.

    Pricing

    How much does Design for Six Sigma training cost in South Africa?

    Fees vary by delivery mode, group size and format, so pricing is available on request. Speak with a learning advisor for a quote tailored to individual or corporate training, or request group pricing for your team.

    What is included in the course fee?

    The fee typically includes instructor-led training across all six DFSS modules, hands-on tool exercises, structured courseware and learning resources, learner support, and a course completion record from Invensis Learning. Request a quote for the full inclusions.

    Do you offer group or corporate discounts?

    Yes. We offer corporate group training with customised schedules and volume-based pricing for engineering, R&D and quality teams. Contact us for a tailored quote for your organisation.

    What payment options are available?

    We accept major credit and debit cards and bank transfers, and offer instalment options on selected plans. Speak with a learning advisor to choose the option that suits you.

    Is there any additional exam or credential fee?

    No. This is a non-certification skills course with no examination and no external credential fee. You pay only the training fee and receive a course completion record from Invensis Learning.

    Assessment

    Is there an exam for the Design for Six Sigma course?

    No. DFSS training is a non-certification course with no examination. Learning is reinforced through hands-on DFSS tool exercises, case examples and team discussion during the one-day programme.

    Do I receive a certification after the training?

    No external certification or credential is awarded. Participants receive a course completion record from Invensis Learning that recognises completion of the programme and the practical skills built during it.

    How is my learning assessed during the course?

    There is no formal assessment. Instead, you apply DMADV tools such as VOC-to-CTQ flow-down, a QFD House of Quality, the Pugh matrix and a Design FMEA to realistic design scenarios, so you practise each tool as you learn it.

    What will I be able to do after completing the course?

    You will be able to apply the DMADV roadmap to a design project, capture and analyse voice of the customer, translate needs into measurable CTQs, build a QFD House of Quality, select concepts with the Pugh matrix, run a Design FMEA, and plan design verification and validation.

    Does this course complement other Six Sigma training?

    Yes. DFSS is a strong complement to Lean Six Sigma Green Belt and Black Belt training and to Minitab Essentials training. Where DMAIC improves existing processes, DFSS designs new ones, so together they cover both defect elimination and defect prevention.

    Course Content

    What topics does the Design for Six Sigma training cover?

    The course covers DFSS foundations and the DMADV roadmap, the Define phase (project charter, VOC, Kano), the Measure phase (CTQ flow-down, QFD), the Analyse phase (concept generation, Pugh matrix, DFMEA), the Design phase (robust design, P-diagram, DFMA) and the Verify phase (verification, validation, design scorecard, transfer).

    What is the DMADV roadmap?

    DMADV stands for Define, Measure, Analyse, Design and Verify. It is the most widely used DFSS roadmap for designing new products and processes, capturing customer requirements, translating them into CTQs, selecting and optimising a concept, and verifying performance before launch.

    Which DFSS tools will I practise?

    You will practise voice of the customer capture and Kano analysis, CTQ flow-down, Quality Function Deployment (the House of Quality), the Pugh concept selection matrix, Design FMEA with risk priority numbers, robust design with P-diagrams, tolerancing, and design verification and validation.

    Can a beginner take this course?

    Yes. The course is beginner-friendly and introduces DFSS from first principles, so no prior DFSS experience is needed. Hands-on exercises and case examples support learners at every level, from new engineers to experienced Six Sigma practitioners.

    In what formats is the training delivered?

    The training is available online as live virtual instructor-led sessions, in the classroom, and as on-site corporate training for teams. Choose the format that best fits your schedule and learning preference.

    Enrollment

    How do I enrol in the Design for Six Sigma course?

    You can enrol through the Invensis Learning website. Choose your preferred format, complete your booking, and you will receive access to schedules, courseware and learning resources. Talk to a learning advisor if you need help choosing.

    How soon can I start?

    New public sessions run regularly in live virtual and classroom formats, and corporate sessions can be scheduled around your team's availability. Contact us to see upcoming batches and pick a date that works for you.

    Can I arrange training for my whole team?

    Yes. On-site and live virtual corporate training can be arranged for engineering, R&D and quality teams, with content tailored to your products and sectors. Request corporate training for a tailored plan and quote.

    Can I reschedule my booking?

    Yes. Flexible options let you reschedule or transfer to another batch on selected plans. Contact our support team to arrange this before your session date.

    What support is available before and after the training?

    You get dedicated learner support before, during and after the programme, including help choosing a format and post-training guidance on applying DFSS tools at work. Reach out to a learning advisor to get started.