What you're being assessed on
The ASQ CMQ/OE® certification validates leadership-level knowledge in quality management, strategic planning, organizational excellence, process improvement, leadership, risk management and performance measurement.
How the exam works
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180 multiple-choice questions
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258 minutes — the timer runs on our server, so closing the tab doesn't stop it
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Pass mark is 70%
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1 attempt included in the fee; retakes are $500.00
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Answers autosave as you go, and questions and options are shuffled per candidate
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Available immediately after payment — sit it whenever you're ready
Eligibility & prerequisites
- 10 years of work experience in one or more areas of the CMQ/OE Body of Knowledge, including 5 years in a decision-making position. Education may waive part of the experience requirement.
What the exam covers
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Leadership
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Strategic Planning
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Quality Management
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Organizational Excellence
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Process Management
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Risk Management
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Performance Measurement
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Continuous Improvement
What this certification proves
OUTCOME 1
Quality management leadership
OUTCOME 2
Organisational excellence knowledge
OUTCOME 3
Strategic quality planning
OUTCOME 4
Performance improvement capability
Skills validated by this exam
Who should sit it
- Quality Managers
- Quality Directors
- Organizational Excellence Leaders
- Senior Quality Professionals
- Operations Managers
- Continuous Improvement Leaders
What your fee covers
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CMQ/OE certification examination
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Exam processing
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Eligibility processing
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Prometric scheduling access