Master of Quality Management (MQM)

Course Description

This degree is designed to equip decision-makers and managers with the tools necessary to implement and manage Quality systems within organisations. Candidates are required to complete eight subjects at 900 level as the course schedule is currently under review; students should seek the advice of the Course Co-ordinator prior to subject selection.

Through the University of Wollongong - Business School, the Master of Quality Management may be completed over 12 to 18 months of full-time study or 24 to 36 months part-time study and is offered on a flexible, modular basis.

Through the Sydney Business School, the Master of Quality Management program may be completed over 24 to 36 months of part-time study and is offered on a flexible modular basis.

The degree will be awarded at either Pass or Merit level. For award at Merit level, a student must satisfactorily pass all subjects at the first attempt and maintain a grade average across all subjects of 70% or higher.

Entry Requirements:
For admission to the program, candidates are required to have an undergraduate degree from a recognised university or institution of equivalent standing. In special circumstances, applicants holding other post-secondary qualifications and with a minimum of five years full-time work experience, of which at least two years is in the Quality Management area, may be granted admission to the program by the Course Co-ordinator.

Where candidates hold other academic or professional qualifications but have no work experience, admission to the program may be granted by the Course Co-ordinator following successful completion of a one-year qualifying program. In addition to completing the standard University application form, candidates are required to submit a certified copy of their academic transcript(s). Applicants must meet the University's English language requirements.

Course Approval:
The program of study for each student must be approved by the Course Co-ordinator. Students who have substantially covered the content of any of the compulsory subjects may be exempted by the relevant Departmental Head from any such subjects, but will be required to substitute another subject nominated by the Course Co-ordinator for each subject for which exemption is granted.