Quality Management · CQM
Certified Quality Manager (CQM)
For leaders responsible for planning, managing and improving an organization’s quality management system.
Overview & who should apply
About the CQM certification
The CQM certification recognises the competence to lead quality strategy, manage the QMS, engage leadership and teams, and use performance data to drive improvement and customer satisfaction.
Who should apply: Quality managers, QA/QC heads, management representatives and professionals preparing for quality leadership roles.
Body of knowledge
Core competence areas
The CQM exam assesses applied competence across the following areas.
Quality Leadership & Strategy
QMS Planning & Management Review
Risk-Based Thinking
Process Management & Performance Measurement
Customer Focus & Supplier Quality
Improvement Programmes & Culture
How to get certified
Your path to CQM
- Review the eligibility requirements for CQM.
- Submit your application to IAQP.
- Prepare using the body of knowledge, an Approved Training Partner or self-study.
- Sit the independent online exam.
- Receive your verifiable CQM certificate and maintain it through renewal and CPD.
Fees, validity & renewal
Application and exam fees, certificate validity and renewal requirements for CQM are confirmed when you apply. Contact the IAQP team for current details.
Preparation
Related certifications in Quality Management
CQP – Certified Quality ProfessionalCQC – Certified Quality ConsultantCQE – Certified Quality EngineerCQA – Certified Quality AuditorCQLA – Certified Quality Lead AuditorTQM – Certified Total Quality Management ProfessionalCCMQ – Certified Change Management in QualityCSQL – Certified Sustainability and Quality Leader
Ready to earn your CQM?
Submit your application and the IAQP team will confirm your eligibility and next steps.