The Chartered Quality Institute - Hong Kong Branch

                                 英國特許質量協會-香港分會

 

Introduction

 

The Institute of Quality Assurance (IQA) was established in the United Kingdom in 1919. It was granted a Royal Charter by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in 2006, after which it became the Chartered Quality Institute (CQI). This charter recognises the importance and value with which the UK Government views the institute. 

 

The Hong Kong Branch of the IQA/CQI was established in 1991 with the assistance of the Industry Department of the Hong Kong Government and the Hong Kong Quality Assurance Agency.

 

 

Mission Statement

 

As a “Learning Society? we exist to create, promote and share quality related knowledge for the good of Society, Industry, Businesses and Individuals. We offer enhanced professional recognition to our members and those who strive for Business Excellence through Quality.

 

 

Goals of the Business Leader in Quality (BLIQ) Award Scheme

 

i.                    To provide recognition to those members of Top Management (typically CEOs or Senior Directors) who are actively applying good leadership and quality management skills to improve their business performance.

ii.                  To encourage Top Management and their direct subordinates to undertake a programme of continuous development focusing on learning and improving their leadership and quality management skills.

iii.                To raise the professional profile of quality practitioners, and create an environment where companies can learn and apply best practices.