Welcome to the Australian Organisation for Quality-Queensland Inc (AOQ-QLD)

AOQ-QLD is a not for profit, member based organisation certified to ISO9001, for business professionals who believe in the opportunities provided by championing continuous business improvement and Business Excellence across all industry and educational sectors.

We are the largest industry group in Australia, featuring;

an extensive membership network in all capital cities as well as Regional Centres
large range of up to date training services,
a mentor based consulting service that enhances the outcomes from consulting
informative seminars and conferences on unique topics.
Special interests groups in five disciplines (Divisions)

AOQ-QLD operates for the benefit of the Industry as a whole as well as for members.

The Peak Industry Advisory Council composed of senior University academics, Government figures and business leaders provide timely advice and knowledge.

AOQ-QLD® is a registered trademark of the Australian Organisation for Quality-Queensland Inc

It has strong links with Progressing Business Institute Limited.

AOQ-QLD® caters for accountants, administrators, consultants, designers, doctors, engineers, hospitality workers, IT, laboratory personnel and analysts, lawyers, marketers, nurses, pathologists, psychologists, organisational specialists, public employees, scientists, students, teachers, technicians of all persuasions . Our assistance transcends whatever happened to be your professional entry point

The member services include learning, training, networking, resources, auditing and consultancy.

The AOQ was formed as a not-for-profit organisation in 1968.

Each State based AOQ operates independently and is registered under the relevant State Legislation.

CACS

AOQ-QLD® is third party certified to ISO9001:2008 by Compliance Australia Certification Services

Quality (Kwol'-) n.1 A distinguishing characteristic or attribute. 2 the basic character or nature of something. 3. a feature of personality. 4. a degree or standard of excellence esp. a high standard. 5. high social status or the distinction associated with it.

"little q": The problems associated with production and the tactical tools that lead to control and improvement.

"Big Q": Quality in the management setting: more strategic, more comprehensive and system wide, ie quality management."Really big Q": Beyond quality control and quality management, this looks at sustainability and responsibility; and at a higher level than just the organisation or the firm (Roberto Saco, ASQ President, QP July 2008, p8).