Quality Management · CSQL
Certified Sustainability and Quality Leader (CSQL)
For senior leaders who integrate sustainability and quality into strategy and governance.
TrackQuality Management
Career stageLeadership
AssessmentOnline exam
MaintenanceRenewal & CPD
Overview & who should apply
About the CSQL certification
The CSQL certification recognises the competence to lead integrated quality and sustainability strategies, align them with stakeholder expectations and embed them in organizational governance.
Who should apply: Directors, senior managers and heads of quality, HSE or sustainability.
Body of knowledge
Core competence areas
The CSQL exam assesses applied competence across the following areas.
1
Strategic Leadership for Quality & Sustainability
2
Integrated Management Systems
3
Stakeholder Expectations & Materiality
4
Sustainability Performance & Reporting
5
Governance & Accountability
6
Leading Organizational Transformation
How to get certified
Your path to CSQL
- Review the eligibility requirements for CSQL.
- 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 CSQL certificate and maintain it through renewal and CPD.
Fees, validity & renewal
Application and exam fees, certificate validity and renewal requirements for CSQL are confirmed when you apply. Contact the IAQP team for current details.
Preparation
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Ready to earn your CSQL?
Submit your application and the IAQP team will confirm your eligibility and next steps.