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Quality Assurance Manager Courses in Mackay

Quality Assurance Managers uphold quality and compliance standards, train staff, conduct audits, and prepare reports across various industries.

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      This role has a high level of AI exposure. While some human skills are required, many tasks could be automated or replaced by new technology.

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  • This role has a high level of AI exposure. While some human skills are required, many tasks could be automated or replaced by new technology.
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AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

How do I become a Quality Assurance Manager in Mackay?

Get qualified to work as a Quality Assurance Manager with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

Common questions

In Australia, a full time Quality Assurance Manager generally earns $2,200 per week ($114,400 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience can you expect a higher salary than people who are new to the role.

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There are currently 14,600 Quality Assurance Managers working in Australia at this time, this job role increased in the last 5 years. Quality Assurance Managers work in all industries and employment sectors, but are mainly hired by food processing, scientific, mining and manufacturing organisations.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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Quality Assurance Managers usually have technical or trade qualifications in their industry as well as formal qualifications in Quality Assurance. We recommend the Diploma of Quality Auditing. This course takes 12-18 months to complete. You’ll also need advanced business writing skills so a Certificate III in Business will help get your keyboarding and writing skills up to speed.

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Quality Assurance Manager careers

If you're looking to advance your career with Quality Assurance Manager courses in Mackay, you have access to a variety of exceptional options tailored for experienced learners. Among the most popular courses are the Diploma of Quality Auditing BSB50920, the Diploma of Project Management (Specialising in Construction) BSB50820, and the Diploma of Competitive Systems And Practices MSS50316. These qualifications will equip you with the tools needed to excel in various leadership roles within the quality assurance sector.

Mackay is home to numerous training providers that are recognised by their respective industry bodies, ensuring that you receive high-quality education and training in the field. Besides the specialized Quality Assurance Manager courses in Mackay, you may also explore related career paths such as a Compliance Analyst, Compliance Officer, or a Quality Controller. Expanding your skills through these additional roles can further enhance your marketability and career prospects.

To complement your studies, consider delving into broader business courses that are linked to quality management. Enhancing your expertise in quality assurance can lead to opportunities such as a Compliance Manager or a Quality Control Manager. With both vocational and higher education options available in Mackay, your pathway to becoming a skilled Quality Assurance Manager is well within reach. Start exploring the exciting possibilities today by visiting the full list of available courses here.