Total Quality Management Professional

The Total Quality Management Professional course developed exclusively for the Management and Strategy Institute is designed to give the student a strong understanding of TQM and how to apply it in a professional work environment.

The program covers all basic TQM principles and gives the student a solid understanding of TQM and how it is implemented in a business environment.

Frequently asked questions:

Are There Prerequisites?
No, the TQM training course includes all training material need to pass the test.  The price includes training material and the exam.

Is the TQM Certification Test Difficult?
Total Quality Management Professionals must function at a high level within an organization.  A TQM practitioner must have a solid understanding of the related principles so that they can properly analyze waste components and create a value stream.  This test is open book, however it is also timed, so you will not have much time to look up answers to questions.  It is very important that you study and understand the material prior to taking the test or you will not pass.

How in-depth is the training?
The Total Quality Management certification is a high-level certification.  This professional development course was designed to teach someone with little knowledge of TQM principals the basic skills needed to function as a TQM professional within your organization.  Many executive jobs today require that their employees have at least a basic understanding of Total Quality Management.  For an example, click on this [Job Search] link to see how many positions mention the words "Total Quality Management".

How long is the training course?
The training course is self-paced. Time to complete and fully comprehend will vary with every individual. It may take several days or weeks of study before you feel comfortable to take the final test. You may take the final exam as soon as you're ready. You have 1 year from the date of purchase to complete the course.

Is the test proctored?
No, the test for the Total Quality Management certification is not proctored.  It is timed, with a limit of 2 hours.  You may take the test online, from home or work whenever you are ready.

Professional Competency Units (PCU):
Participants who successfully complete this certificate  program will receive 30 Professional Competency Units  (PCUs) from MSI.

What will I receive after I pass my test?
You will receive a Digital Certificate Of Completion immediately upon passing the course.  You can also upgrade your account and have a physical certificate and transcripts mailed to you for just $12.95 extra.