This handbook is a comprehensive reference designed to help professionals address organizational issues from the application of the basic principles of management to the development of strategies needed to deal with today’s technological and societal concerns. The fifth edition of the ASQ Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence Handbook (CMQ/OE) has undergone some significant content changes in order to provide more clarity regarding the items in the body of knowledge (Bo K). Examples have been updated to reflect more current perspectives, and new topics introduced in the most recent Bo K are included as well.
This handbook addresses:
Historical perspectives relating to the continued improvement of specific aspects of quality management
Key principles, concepts, and terminology
Benefits associated with the application of key concepts and quality management principles
Best practices describing recognized approaches for good quality management
Barriers to success, common problems you may encounter, and reasons why some quality initiatives fail
Guidance for preparation to take the CMQ/OE examination
A well-organized reference, this handbook will certainly help individuals prepare for the ASQ CMQ/OE exam. It also serves as a practical, day-to-day guide for any professional facing various quality management challenges.
About the Editors
Sandra L. Furterer is an Associate Professor and Department Chair at the University of Dayton in the Department of Engineering Management, Systems, and Technology. She is an ASQ Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence, an ASQ Certified Six Sigma Black Belt, an ASQ Certified Quality Engineer, an ASQ fellow, and a certified Six Sigma Master Black Belt.
Douglas C. Wood is President of DC Wood Consulting, LLC and instructor for ASQ. He is an ASQ Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence, an ASQ Certified Six Sigma Black Belt, an ASQ Certified Quality Engineer, and an ASQ Certified Quality Auditor.

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