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Science in Quality Management
Certificate
Course Details
Course Code | GA_SPQMG_N07 |
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Level | 7 |
Duration | 2 years |
Credits | 20 |
Method of Delivery | Blended |
Campus Locations | Galway City – Dublin Road |
Mode of Delivery | Part Time |
Course Overview
The Certificate in Science in Quality Management provides a strong foundation in Quality Management philosophies and their application, Quality Management systems and general management principles in manufacturing and service organisations.
This Certificate in Quality, along with (a) the Certificate in Quality & Regulatory Affairs and (b) Certificate in Quality for Industry – Statistics & Management, make up the Bachelor of Science (Ordinary) Degree in Quality for Industry.
Course Details
Year 1
Semester | Module Details | Credits | Mandatory / Elective |
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Year |
Quality Management Part IQuality Assurance systems and general management principles in manufacturing and service organizations. Learning Outcomes 1. Have a good knowledge of quality management principles. |
10 | Mandatory |
Year 2
Semester | Module Details | Credits | Mandatory / Elective |
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Year |
Quality Management Part IIQuality Management philosophies and their application. Learning Outcomes 1. Have a thorough knowledge of the philosophies of quality management and their place in todays quality movement. |
10 | Mandatory |
Recommended Study Hours per week
Examination and Assessment
On-Campus Attendance Requirement
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Entry Requirements
Entry requirements:
- Applicants must hold a minimum of a major award at Level 6 (Higher Certificate) to be eligible to apply for the Level 7 Special Purpose Award.
- It is a prerequisite, that you have passed Quality Management 1 before you can start Quality Management 2, Six Sigma or the Project modules.
Careers
The Certificate in Science in Quality Management helps those in operator roles to move into Quality roles such as in inspection and quality assurance.
The Bachelor of Science in Quality for Industry helps people obtain promotion to Line Leader/ Supervisor roles.
Further Information
Who Should Apply?
Suitable for those seeking career progression in the areas of Quality Technician or Engineer and on to Quality Managers.
Contact Information
Ita Kelly
E: ita.kelly@atu.ie
Analytical, Biopharmaceutical & Medical Sciences