2 Organizational Process Management and Measures8%
3 Team Management10%
4 Define Phase13%
5 Measure Phase17%
6 Analyze Phase15%
7 Improve Phase14%
8 Control Phase11%
9 Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) Frameworks and Methodologies4%
Exam Details
Question TypesMultiple Choice
FormatLinear (fixed-form, Pearson VUE or online proctored)
Online ProctoringAvailable
ID RequirementsGovernment-issued photo ID required. Name on ID must match registration exactly.
RenewalRequired -- IASSC: 3-year renewal cycle; no CEU/CPE required — renewal is knowledge-based via a renewal exam or by retaking the full exam. ASQ: 3-year recertification cycle requiring 18 Continuing Development Units (CDUs); or recertification by exam. Both organizations require active standing with their respective bodies.
Prerequisites3 years of work experience in one or more areas of the CSSBB Body of Knowledge; completed 2 projects with signed affidavits, or 1 project with signed affidavit plus 3 years professional experience (recommended)
Retake PolicyIASSC: no mandatory waiting period specified; standard retake fee applies. ASQ: retake available at next scheduled exam window; retake fee is the same as the initial exam fee.