Through the examination with certificate completion, you can have your qualification independently verified and receive the certificate “Quality Manager – Operational Quality Manager”.

It certifies that as a Quality Manager, you are capable of successfully implementing and improving quality standards in daily practice, further developing a quality management system, and successfully applying quality methods.

• Successful completion of the Quality Manager Self-Learning Program (ID 130).
• Participation in the four-day training course “Operational Quality Manager” (ID 132).
• Participation in a training course “Automotive Core Tools” is recommended (e.g. Automotive Core Tools (ACT) for Quality Management in the Automotive Industry (ID 415)).

Admission to the exam is only granted after successful review of the application.

The examination takes place as a simulation of one or more core tasks of a Quality Manager. The evaluation focuses on your performance as a Quality Manager within the simulation. Both your technical and communication skills will be assessed.

The examination consists of:

• a preparation phase (30 minutes)
• a practical simulation (20 minutes)
• an interview (5-10 minutes)

Written materials provided during the attended VDA training courses (including standards volumes) are permitted for preparation and must be brought with you on examination day.

After passing the examination you will receive a certificate with a registered number. The certificate is valid for an unlimited period.