(RQM) Registered Quality Manager
HKU SPACE offers this part-time programme jointly with Hong Kong Quality Management Association (HKQMA). This programme aims to equip students with sound knowledge in quality management and essential skills in the application of advanced quantitative tools in enhancing operation excellence in any organization.
The holders of this programme are eligible to apply for the "Registered Quality Manager " (RQM). This professional qualification is mutually recognized by China Association for Quality (CAQ) and China Enterprise for Conferdaration.
The Association is pioneer in promoting Quality Circles in Hong Kong. It has organized numerous in-house training programs as well as public seminars for all levels of staff within the organization. Over the years, the Association has assisted many local organisations in introducing, promoting and preparing for the implementation of quality management activities; such as QCC, ISO9000, 5S, BPR and TQM. They are organised in the form of:
- in-house training programs
- seminars and workshops
- company visits
- conventions and
- overseas study missions
To achieve the professional role of the Association, regular functions are conducted throughout the year. These include:
- organize the bianual HK Quality Circles Convention to share the local experience in quality management
- coordinate Study Missions to attend quality conferences in China, Singapore and Southeast Asia
- conduct public seminars and social gatherings for members
- They are organized in the form of discussion sessions, weekend seminars and field visits, so that members can learn success as well as failures from each other and
- operate the Quality Resources Center at Kwun Tong Office
Since June 94, the Association has operated an office. It was established to provide membership service and enhance communication among members and external organizations. The Office provides a whole range of quality information about the latest management concepts, tools, training programs and conference, and carries the following functions:
- to provide enquiry and information service to members and the public
- to act as a resources center for quality management information, references and activities at both local and international levels
- to coordinate all activities organized by the Association
- to serve as an outlet of the latest published materials, books and videos on quality management subjects
In 2003, The Association and other quality professionals has jointly formed an independent institute under HKQMA, the Six Sigma Institute Ltd., with the objective to promote the theories and practices of six sigma and to provide professional recognition to six sigma practitioners and organisations.