Six Sigma Certification Program

The first two cohorts of Six Sigma Green Belt certification began in February. This program gives participants an opportunity to master problem-solving techniques using Six Sigma tools. Participants learn and apply a sophisticated data-driven methodology toward processes within our organization. Work is just beginning on projects such as:

• Market Driven Technology Commercialization
  Create a market driven approach for the commercialization of technology and inventions being created at Drexel University.
  Six Sigma Team Members:
  Mark Loschiavo
  Terry McIlhenney
  Rob Palachick

• Proactive Model for Working with Ranking Agencies
  Develop a cohesive, proactive process for working with ranking agencies that ensure our programs and accomplishments are communicated in a timely and effective manner.
  Six Sigma Team Members:
  Mark Loschiavo
  Terry McIlhenney
  Rob Palachick
  Donna Ferrari

• Retention Squad
  Determine causes of incorrect major selection by students and reduce this problem in the areas where it most often occurs. Correct major selection will lead to greater student satisfaction, high retention and improved college and university reputation.
  Six Sigma Team Members:
  Elizabeth Hanson
  Joanne Ferroni
  Larry Epstein

• Students "Pay Check" First
  Map out the current student payroll process and implement appropriate changes to ensure student workers receive their first pay check within the first full pay cycle of their start date. This will decrease student's negative perceptions and increase student's positive experience while working for Drexel.
  Six Sigma Team Members:
  Lora Brugnolo-Furman
  Anthony Roig
  Wayne Hill
  Riza Ergin
  Christine Kowalski
  Dorothy Schwartz

• Resident Assistant, Commuter Assistant and Orientation Leader Remission
  Improve current methods used in processing room and meal plan charges and remission which often produce inaccurate bills for these students. This project will produce a positive impact on student retention of a specific group of students whose morale has a strong influence on many other students in the Drexel community. This study may lead to larger process improvement opportunities benefiting the student body as a whole.
  Six Sigma Team Members:
  Melissa Englund
  Janee DeAndrea
  Perry McFarland
  Ann Wilson

Cohort 4
Saturdays, 9:00am to 5:00pm

• September 9
• October 14
• November 11
• December 9

Cohort 5
Saturdays, 9:00am to 5:00pm

• January 6, 2007
• February 3
• March 3
• March 31
  

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