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A Systematic Literature Review of Six Sigma Practices in Education
International Journal of Six Sigma and Competitive Advantage
  • Elizabeth A. Cudney, Missouri University of Science and Technology
  • Cassandra C. Elrod, Missouri University of Science and Technology
  • Sarah M. Stanley, Missouri University of Science and Technology
Abstract

Six Sigma is a continuous improvement methodology aimed at reducing process variation. As Six Sigma implementation has spread from manufacturing to service and healthcare, the need for teaching the methodology in higher education emerged to prepare students for industry. The purpose of this paper is to present a systematic review the relevant literature of Six Sigma in higher education. Insights on best practices and trends for integrating Six Sigma in higher education systems are also provided.

Department(s)
Engineering Management and Systems Engineering
Second Department
Business and Information Technology
Keywords and Phrases
  • Continuous improvement,
  • Higher education,
  • Literature review.,
  • Quality,
  • Six sigma
Document Type
Article - Journal
Document Version
Citation
File Type
text
Language(s)
English
Rights
© 2014 Inderscience, All rights reserved.
Publication Date
1-1-2014
Publication Date
01 Jan 2014
Citation Information
Elizabeth A. Cudney, Cassandra C. Elrod and Sarah M. Stanley. "A Systematic Literature Review of Six Sigma Practices in Education" International Journal of Six Sigma and Competitive Advantage Vol. 8 Iss. 3-4 (2014) p. 163 - 175 ISSN: 1479-2494; 1479-2753
Available at: http://works.bepress.com/sarah-m-stanley/2/