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Champion quality with NZOQ membership

Join a diverse network of professionals across industries to leverage collective expertise and drive quality improvement.
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NZOQ offers the support and resources you need to elevate your quality management skills. Whether for personal growth or business improvement, NZOQ membership provides tailored benefits to meet your goals.

Join NZOQ to tap into expert knowledge, industry insights, and valuable networking through professional training and information sharing initiatives.

As a member, you'll access tools to drive world-class performance, improve employee engagement, strengthen customer relationships, and boost productivity.

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Membership classifications

Student
$55/year (GST incl.)
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Individual subscription
Special discounted rate
For those pursuing full-time studies related to quality.
Retired
$55/year (GST incl.)
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Individual subscription
Special discounted rate
For retirees no longer in full-time employment.
Individual
$165/year (GST incl.)
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Individual subscription
Our most popular option for individual professionals.
Corporate
$750/year (GST incl.)
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Nominee subscription
3 additional subscriptions
All employees are eligible for member rates on activities and training.
Society for quality practice

Why join NZOQ?

Learn from the best
Join a community dedicated to advancing quality across New Zealand. As an NZOQ member, you'll learn from industry leaders and access up-to-date resources on best practice. Build new skills, deepen your knowledge, and grow professionally with our support.
Share and build your network
Boost your credibility by connecting with other quality professionals. NZOQ membership gives you recognised certifications and opportunities to share insights—helping you strengthen your reputation and expand your professional network.
Grow your career
Access specialised training and development opportunities to help you excel in your current role and prepare for future challenges. NZOQ membership supports your career progression with practical resources and events designed for your growth.
Invest in New Zealand quality
Support your team's quality professionals with NZOQ membership. Equip them with the network, training, and tools to drive success and innovation—positioning your organisation as a leader in quality and an employer committed to excellence.
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Membership benefits

Training discounts
Enjoy significant savings on NZOQ training and development events. Many members recoup their annual subscription through these discounts.
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Professional recognition
Stand out with NZOQ certification, demonstrating your up-to-date competence in quality management. Available exclusively to members.
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Quality Business magazine
Stay informed with QB, our flagship quarterly publication, offering timely insights into quality management and best practice across Australasia.
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Partners & affiliates
Benefit from alliances with national and international organisations, including the Asia Pacific Quality Organization, to expand your network.
Quality conferences
Participate in and gain insights from conferences we promote in New Zealand and globally, connecting you with industry leaders and peers.
Networking opportunities
Connect with quality professionals through local branch events and online communities, building meaningful professional relationships.
BPIR.com subscription
Access the Best Practice Improvement Resource, a comprehensive tool for business improvement. Included as part of your membership.
BPIR.com
Awards & honours
Be part of a community that celebrates excellence through awards and honours, recognising contributions to the quality profession in New Zealand.
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Access to iQ portal
Manage your certification, training, and access to the Quality Business library—all in one place through our online member portal.
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Explore quality training
Diploma in Quality Assurance Diploma in Quality Assurance
The diploma covers quality fundamentals and explores the tools and techniques needed to develop and implement a quality approach in a business.
Internal Auditor training Internal Auditor training
Ideal for those with basic quality management knowledge, this course equips participants with the skills needed to conduct ISO 9001 internal audits.
Lead Auditor training Lead Auditor training
Designed for those with strong quality management backgrounds, this course prepares participants for involvement in first, second, and third-party audits.
Quality Assurance in Construction Quality Assurance in Construction
This workshop boosts productivity and process quality in the construction sector, ensuring that projects meet standards and are fit for purpose.
Lean/Six Sigma Lean/Six Sigma
Led by certified Master Black Belt trainers with Lean and Six Sigma expertise, participants gain knowledge and can apply for national certification.
12 Days to Deming 12 Days to Deming
Study Dr. Deming's teachings in this internationally acclaimed, self-paced course designed to deepen your understanding of quality improvement.
Managing Integrated Systems Managing Integrated Systems
This workshop teaches participants how to effectively manage integrated management systems to enhance an organisation's performance.
Environmental Management Systems Environmental Management Systems
This workshop explores business sustainability and teaches participants how to implement ISO 14001 environmental management systems.
Excellence for Quality Managers Excellence for Quality Managers
Designed for business owners aiming to boost performance, this workshop helps participants create action plans to drive business growth and success.
Quality Management: Practical Skills Quality Management: Practical Skills
Learn practical quality applications in this course to improve efficiency, reduce risks, and enhance products and services in an organisation.
Quality in Healthcare: Practical Skills Quality in Healthcare: Practical Skills
This course has been specifically developed for healthcare providers seeking improved ways of working on process improvements.
Membership magazine

Quality Business

Quality Business is the flagship publication of NZOQ, produced with the Australian Organisation for Quality.

QB is distributed quarterly to subscribers—including all members of NZOQ, who tell us that it is one of the most valued benefits of membership.

Learn about QB
Quality Business magazine
Representing New Zealand

Branches of NZOQ

Our greatest strength lies in the diversity of our members whose skills and expertise span the range of New Zealand industry sectors. NZOQ has four branches representing all members throughout the country, in addition to international members.
Northern Branch
Representing members who reside in the greater Auckland area, Northland, and Waikato.
Central Branch
Representing members who reside in the greater Wellington area and the central North Island.
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Canterbury Branch
Representing members who reside in Canterbury, the West Coast, and the upper South Island.
Otago/Southland Branch
Representing members who reside in the lower South Island.
Awards & honours

Honouring quality and excellence

NZOQ celebrates individuals who have significantly shaped and advanced the pursuit of quality in New Zealand.

From special service to lifetime achievement, these awards showcase the dedication and impact of our members and contributors in fostering world-class quality practices.

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Special Service Award
Certificate of Appreciation
Honorary Life Membership
Lifetime Achievement Award

Quality job openings

Discover new career opportunities across New Zealand.
Quality Systems/Compliance Manager for AuCom
Full time
National Head of Quality for PKF New Zealand
Two-year fixed term
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Advertise your next job opening with NZOQ. Rates available on application.
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Policy documents

Download the policy documents of the New Zealand Organisation for Quality.
Constitution and rules
Constitution and rules for the New Zealand Organisation for Quality.
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Branch handbook
Policy handbook for NZOQ Branches and Special Interests.
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