Quality Control in Business 3 LD Interdisciplinary/
Elective
Course Description
Description of fundamentals of quality control systems, including concepts, policies and objectives, standards
for
specification, tolerances and measurements, data recording and use, statistical tools and sampling, and the
economics of quality, training and motivation. Discuss two of the above topics, and include relevant procedures
and processes. Detail the results from direct application of at least one QC system technique. The following
subtopics are to be addressed:
Subtopic 1: Examine the importance of quality in modern business scenarios
Subtopic 2: Explore the costs and benefits of maintaining quality standards
Subtopic 3: Identify the internal and external demands for quality
Subtopic 4: Explore the tensions firms face in meeting quality standards
Subtopic 5: Describe the key components of quality control systems and measurements
Subtopic 6: Define the specific roles within a business surrounding quality assurance monitoring and
measurement