GAQM widens global talent pool with Pearson VUE


DELHI, INDIA, 2 December 2013 — Global Association for Quality Management (GAQM), an independent body that provides certifications in management science and information technology, is partnering with Pearson VUE in order to meet growing international demand for its certifications.

GAQM offers a comprehensive portfolio of internationally acclaimed and recognised certifications through Pearson VUE including Lean Six Sigma, Project Management and Certified Cloud Computing Certifications. It has moved its existing online tests to the Pearson VUE test global centre network to enable a much wider delivery of its exams.

Prem Sadarangani, MD and CEO, GAQM, said: “We’re seeing a high demand for many of our certifications in line with an increased commitment of employers and candidates to quality processes across the globe. Our partnership with Pearson VUE will help us meet that demand and retain our commitment to a high quality GAQM certification process.”

Bob Whelan, President and CEO, Pearson VUE, said: “GAQM are part of a trend within certification providers around the world, who are consolidating delivery of their trusted certifications through a network of highly secure, industry gold-standard test centres. In this way, candidates win with a more flexible, safe and convenient testing option and clients win through improved service and reach which ultimately impacts their revenues.”

About GAQM
The Global Association for Quality Management (GAQM)™ is a non profit organization and is a global and an Independent Certification body. The GAQM offers a comprehensive portfolio of internationally recognized certifications, which includes Project Management, Lean Six Sigma, Business Management, Cloud Computing, Software Testing, Data Center, Information Systems Security, Vendor Neutral IT Certifications and many more.

GAQM’s certifications are accredited, governed and managed by the International Accreditation Organization (IAO). The IAO's accreditation ensures that the certification programs are recognized in any part of the world, thus maintaining a Global Standard for the Credentials/Certifications we offer. GAQM is also the largest intellectual property owner of globally accepted certifications.


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