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Certified Quality Auditor

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Course Overview

This 5-day Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) Exam Preparation course is designed to prepare participants for the ASQ CQA examination while reinforcing practical auditing competence. Aligned with the ASQ Certified Quality Auditor Body of Knowledge, the course covers all major exam domains, including audit fundamentals, audit planning, execution, reporting, corrective action, and audit program managem

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Key Takeaways

1
Apply professional auditing principles aligned with the ASQ CQA Body of Knowledge.
2
Plan and conduct audits using structured and risk-based approaches.
3
Evaluate objective evidence and identify audit findings.
4
Apply corrective action and follow-up concepts appropriately.
5
Approach CQA exam questions with confidence and effective strategies.

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The American Society for Quality (ASQ) is the world’s leading authority on quality. With more than 80,000 individual and organizational members, this professional association advances learning, quality improvement, and knowledge exchange to improve business results, and to create better workplaces and communities worldwide. Today, ASQ has become a global organization, with members in more than 140 countries. ASQ now has service centers in Mexico, China, and India, and has established strategic alliances with numerousorganizations to promote ASQ products and training. A rich history and bright future; we are ASQ, the Global Voice of Quality™. LEORON is an official educational partner for ASQ for number of EMEA countries.

Course Outline

DAY 1
Auditing Fundamentals and Quality Concepts

• Purpose, value, and types of audits

• Auditor roles, responsibilities, and ethics

• Quality principles and process-based thinking

Foundations for the CQA Exam

• Understanding audit terminology

• Audit context and scope

• Interpreting exam-style questions

• Activity: Review CQA-style questions on audit fundamentals and ethics.

DAY 2
Audit Planning and Preparation

• Audit objectives, scope, and criteria

• Risk-based audit planning

• Audit plans and checklists

Preparing for Effective Audits

• Document review and pre-audit analysis

• Sampling concepts

• Managing audit resources and time

• Activity: Develop an audit plan and checklist based on a sample scenario.

DAY 3
Audit Execution and Evidence Collection

• Conducting opening meetings

• Interviewing techniques

• Observations and objective evidence

Audit Techniques and Judgment

• Questioning strategies

• Sampling during audits

• Handling difficult audit situations

• Activity: Practice audit interviews and evidence evaluation using case scenarios.

DAY 4
Audit Reporting, Nonconformities, and Follow-Up

• Classifying audit findings

• Writing clear and objective nonconformities

• Linking evidence to requirements

Corrective Action and Closure

• Root cause analysis concepts

• Verifying corrective actions

• Follow-up audits and closure

• Activity: Write audit findings and corrective action follow-up based on a case study.

DAY 5
Audit Program Management and Exam Readiness

• Audit program management principles

• Auditor performance and improvement

• Metrics and management review

CQA Exam Preparation

• Exam structure and scoring approach

• Time management and question strategies

• Final review and clarification

• Activity: Full mock exam review and group debrief with rationale.

Who Should Attend?

This course is designed for professionals who are preparing for the ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) examination or who are involved in auditing and quality management activities. Typical participants include:

Quality professionals seeking ASQ CQA certification

Internal and supplier auditors

Quality engineers and quality specialists

Compliance, governance, and risk professionals

Quality managers and supervisors involved in audit oversight

Professionals responsible for planning, conducting, or managing audits

This course is suitable for participants with prior exposure to quality systems or auditing concepts and is intended to support both exam preparation and professional auditing practice.

FAQ

What language will the course be taught in and what level of English do I need to take part in an LEORON training program?
Most of our public courses are delivered in English language. You need to be proficient in English to be able to fully participate in the workshop and network with other delegates. For in-house courses we have the capability to train in Arabic, Dutch, German and Portuguese.
Are LEORON Public courses certified by an official body/organization?
LEORON Institute partners with 20+ international bodies and associations.We also award continuing professional development credits (CPE/PDUs) for:1. NASBA (National Association of State Boards of Accountancy) 2. Project Management Institute PDUs 3. CISI credits 4. GARP credits 5. HRCI recertification credits 6. SHRM recertification credits
What is the deadline for registering to a public course?
The deadline to register for a public course is 14 days before the course starts. Kindly note that occasionally we do accept late registrations as well, but this needs to be confirmed with the project manager of the training program or with our registration desk that can be reached at +1071 4 1075 5711 or [email protected].
What does the course fee cover?
The course fee covers a premium training experience in a 5-star hotel, learning materials, lunches & refreshments, and for some courses, the certification fee and membership with the accrediting bodies.
Does LEORON give discounts?
Yes, we can provide discounts for group bookings. If you would like to discuss a discount on a corporate level, we will be happy to talk to you.

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    Certified Professional in Quality and Patient Safety
    We have been working with LEORON for the past two years and will be working with them again this upcoming year. The programs they delivered were fruitful and exciting and our organization has received positive feedback from the participants. What our organization aims to do is to provide at no cost training for all the private sector employees so that they may benefit from our offered programs in Innovation and Professional development. Leoron has helped us achieve this goal. We look forward to continuing this service and wish them the best of luck. Regards,
    Nasser M. Al-Subaie
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    Certified Professional in Quality and Patient Safety
    Since the partnership was signed between BAE Systems Saudi Development & Training and LEORON in 2017, we have been working together to offer the Saudi market a complete portfolio of training solutions benefiting from the wide and extensive experience of both parties. Recognizing the great success of this partnership, we are looking for further collaborations in the future that will position both companies as one of the leading training providers in Saudi Arabia. We thank the LEORON team for their full cooperation and continuing support, and look forward to further success together in the years to come.
    Emad Alrajih
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    Certified Professional in Quality and Patient Safety
    Dating back to 2014, Mobily’s “LEORON” experience has grown from a single collaboration to a long-term partnership. We consider “LEORON” Institute as a strategic partner, whose contribution has been nothing but premium in equipping our staff with field-based knowledge and information. Past three years have resulted with an expanded collaboration with superior customer service and support. Best Regards,
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    IAMM Internal Audit Maturity Model
    In recognition of their dedication and contribution supporting IKEA Saudi Arabia in arranging training programs during 2017 & 2018, looking forward for more development and exciting effort this year. On behalf of IKEA Saudi Arabia, THANK YOU!
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