May 11, 2024  
2023-2024 Graduate Catalog 
    
2023-2024 Graduate Catalog

Quality Systems, Certificate (online)


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Created at BGSU in response to demands from quality professionals, the quality systems graduate certificate (QSGC) reflects the American Society for Quality (ASQ) continuous improvement mission based on disciplined analysis of systems in technical environments. Process analysis for reduction in variation of product and providing high quality consistently with no defects, is the goal. This includes preparation for management and facilitation of lean, six sigma, ISO/QS 9000 standards registration and maintenance functions and new product launch changes for advanced product quality planning (APQP). The QSGC serves various learners, particularly non- traditional, full-time working professionals from various locations. All work done in quality systems courses is team-based in a project context similar to how quality improvement is pursued in actual professional functions. The curriculum is also designed to facilitate project-based course work via an applied research emphasis. All courses utilize distance technology.

Admission Requirements

Documents required:

  • Transcripts required.
  • Resume
  • Optional: Submit supplemental materials, such as, statement of purpose, and/or letter of recommendation. Supplemental materials can be uploaded on your Application Status page once you submit your application.

Application Requirements

Admissions Categories and Grade Point Average Requirements

International Application Information

Degree Requirements

Curriculum Requirements


Additional Requirements


  • Minimum 3.0 graduate cumulative grade point average
  • All requirements must be completed within six years from the end of the earliest course used to fulfill certificate requirements.

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