CSQP Certification Training — Quality Gurus Inc.
★   ASQ CSQP Certification Training

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with Confidence.

The most complete prep course for the ASQ Certified Supplier Quality Professional (2023 BoK) — video lessons, quizzes, flashcards, and answer explanations, fully aligned with all seven sections of the CSQP Body of Knowledge.

Full BoK Coverage Exam-Style Quizzes Answer Explanations Flashcards Included Open Book Exam Strategy Student Community Access
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150
Scored Questions on Exam
7
BoK Sections
4.5 hrs
Exam Duration
Open
Book Exam
★ 4.8
Course Rating
100+
Course Students
300+
Practice Qs
100%
BoK Aligned
7
BoK Sections
★ 4.6
Avg Rating
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Important — Open Book Exam

Open Book Doesn't Mean Easy — Here's What That Means for Your Prep

The CSQP allows ASQ-approved references during the exam. But with 165 questions in 4.5 hours, candidates who rely on looking things up without deep understanding run out of time. This course builds comprehensive knowledge of supplier quality systems, performance monitoring, and qualification processes so you know where to look, and when you don't even need to.

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Included with Every Enrollment

Don't Study Alone - Join the Community

When you enroll, you get more than video lessons and quizzes. You get access to a dedicated student community where you can ask questions, discuss challenging supplier quality topics, share study tips, and connect with fellow CSQP candidates from around the world.

Ask questions anytime
Discuss BoK topics with peers
Share exam experiences
Get support from the instructor
Stay motivated together
Sound Familiar?

Four Challenges Every CSQP Candidate Faces

This course is built to solve all four.

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Seven Sections Covering Every Stage of Supplier Quality

The CSQP BoK spans from management strategy and quality systems through supplier selection, performance monitoring, relationship management, and business governance. Knowing which sections carry the most exam weight — and how they connect — is not obvious without a structured guide.

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Not Enough Supplier-Specific Practice Questions

Generic quality study materials rarely target CSQP's unique scenarios: supplier scorecards, SCAR processes, sampling plans, FAI/FAT, sub-tier management. You need realistic, exam-style questions at the right cognitive level to truly know where you stand before exam day.

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No Explanations for Wrong Answers

Knowing you got it wrong is not enough. You need to understand exactly why the correct answer is right — especially for higher-order CSQP questions that test your ability to analyze supplier data, evaluate performance systems, and apply risk-based decision-making.

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Studying Alone is Hard

When you hit a confusing concept — acceptable quality levels, supplier development strategy, or counterfeit parts compliance — there is nobody to ask. Studying in isolation means doubts linger, motivation drops, and progress slows. A study community changes everything.

What You Will Learn

Complete BoK Coverage — Every Section, Every Topic

Mapped directly to the official 2023 CSQP Body of Knowledge across all seven sections.

✔Apply management and leadership principles for supplier quality strategy, organizational alignment, supplier agreements, and quality agreements
✔Build and maintain a supplier quality system aligned with ISO 9001, risk-based thinking, and supplier audit program planning and execution
✔Execute supplier selection, evaluation, part qualification, PPAP, FAI, FAT, and approved supplier list (ASL) management
✔Design and manage supplier performance monitoring systems using scorecards, KPIs, SCAR processes, and 8D problem-solving
✔Apply statistical tools to supplier data: SPC, capability analysis, measurement system analysis (MSA), and AQL sampling
✔Manage incoming inspection strategies, in-process quality control at supplier facilities, and engineering change control and traceability
✔Build supplier partnerships, manage conflict resolution, escalation paths, recognition programs, and sub-tier supplier visibility
✔Apply risk management: FMEA, FTA, supplier risk categorization, and risk treatment strategies across the supply chain
✔Navigate business governance, ethics, trade compliance, counterfeit parts prevention, and sustainability requirements (ESG, ethical sourcing)
✔Pass all seven sections of the 2023 CSQP Body of Knowledge at the required cognitive levels — from Understand through Analyze and Evaluate
About the Exam

Know Exactly What You Are Preparing For

The ASQ CSQP is a computer-delivered, open book, multiple-choice certification exam.

165
Total Questions
(150 scored · 15 unscored)
4.5 hrs
Exam Duration
Computer Delivered
Open
Book Exam
ASQ-Approved References Allowed
7
BoK Sections
All Covered in This Course
Course Curriculum

Seven Sections. Complete Coverage.

Every topic in the official 2023 CSQP BoK covered with video lessons, quizzes, flashcards, and answer explanations.

1

Management and Leadership

17 Exam Questions
  • Supplier quality strategy, planning, and deployment
  • Supplier agreements, quality agreements, and finalization controls
  • Organizational structures and cross-functional team leadership
  • Communication frameworks and executive stakeholder alignment
  • Supplier partnership models and performance culture
2

The Quality System

19 Exam Questions
  • ISO 9001 applied to supplier quality management systems
  • QMS planning, implementation, monitoring, and continual improvement
  • Supplier risk identification, categorization, and treatment
  • Supplier audit types: first-party, second-party, and third-party audits
  • Nonconformance management, corrective action, and CAPA systems
  • Quality metrics, KPIs, and performance reporting
3

Supplier Selection and Part Qualification

27 Exam Questions
  • Supplier evaluation criteria, selection process, and approval
  • First article inspection (FAI) and first article test (FAT)
  • Part qualification planning: PPAP, control plans, and APQP
  • Capability studies (Cp, Cpk) and measurement system analysis (MSA)
  • Statistical process control (SPC) in supplier qualification
  • Approved supplier list (ASL) management and lifecycle planning
4

Supplier Performance Monitoring and Improvement

29 Exam Questions
  • Supplier scorecards, performance metrics, and ongoing measurement
  • Supplier corrective action requests (SCAR) and 8D problem-solving
  • Root cause analysis: 5-Why, Fishbone, fault tree analysis
  • Supplier development planning and improvement project management
  • Periodic re-qualification, escalation, and disqualification criteria
  • Data analysis: trend identification, Pareto, and statistical charting
5

Supplier Quality Management

26 Exam Questions
  • Incoming inspection strategies: skip-lot, sampling plans (AQL, MIL-STD-1916)
  • Attribute and variable sampling plans; acceptance sampling theory
  • In-process quality control at supplier and contract manufacturer facilities
  • Engineering change control, traceability, and documentation requirements
  • Outsourced process management and sub-tier supplier oversight
  • Quality data collection, analysis, and supplier reporting systems
6

Relationship Management

16 Exam Questions
  • Supplier partnership development and strategic alliance models
  • Communication frameworks and escalation path management
  • Supplier recognition programs and performance incentives
  • Conflict resolution and negotiation in supplier quality contexts
  • Sub-tier supplier management and supply chain visibility strategies
7

Business Governance, Ethics, and Compliance

13 Exam Questions
  • ASQ Code of Ethics and professional responsibility in supply chain roles
  • Trade compliance, import/export requirements, and regulatory frameworks
  • Counterfeit parts: detection, prevention, and reporting obligations
  • Sustainability and ESG in supply chain: ethical sourcing and environmental compliance
  • Corporate social responsibility and supply chain risk governance
Everything Included

A Complete Learning System

Six learning formats designed to help you understand, remember, and apply the material — including open book exam strategy.

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Video Lessons

Focused video lessons that explain every BoK topic clearly. Covers all seven sections of the 2023 CSQP Body of Knowledge.

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Multiple Quiz Sets

Exam-style MCQs per section — written at the Analyze, Evaluate, and Apply cognitive levels required by the CSQP BoK.

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Answer Explanations

Detailed explanation sheets for every quiz set. Understand exactly why each correct answer is right — critical for the higher-order CSQP questions.

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Flashcards

Digital flashcards for all seven sections. Perfect for rapid recall of key terms, standards, processes, and frameworks tested on the exam.

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Downloadable Slides

All course slides available to download and annotate. Use them as your organised open book reference on exam day.

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Certificate of Completion

Earn a Quality Gurus Inc. certificate with PMI PDUs upon completing the course and all assessments.

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Student Community Access

Don't study alone. Join a community of fellow CSQP candidates to ask questions, discuss topics, share study tips, and stay motivated throughout your preparation.

Who Is This For?

You Are in the Right Place If…

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Supplier Quality Managers

You manage supplier relationships, quality performance, and corrective action programs — and want the most recognized credential in supplier quality to validate your expertise.

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Quality Engineers in Supply Chain

You perform supplier audits, qualification activities, and CAPA management — and are ready to formalize your knowledge with a globally recognized credential.

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Procurement & Sourcing Professionals

You evaluate and select suppliers and want deeper quality management knowledge to make better sourcing decisions and manage supplier risk more effectively.

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Supplier Development Engineers

You work directly with suppliers to improve their processes and capabilities — and want a globally recognized standard that reflects the full scope of your role.

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Exam Re-takers

You've attempted the CSQP before and need a more structured, practice-focused approach to fill the gaps and pass on your next attempt.

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Global Supply Chain Professionals

The CSQP is internationally recognized. Whether you work in automotive, aerospace, electronics, or manufacturing supply chains anywhere in the world, this course prepares you to the same standard.

Your Instructor

Sandeep Kumar

Founder, Quality Gurus Inc.  |  ASQ Certified Quality Professional

Sandeep Kumar
ASQ Certified — CQE, CMQ/OE, CSSBB & more
40 Years Industry Experience
350,000+ Students Across All Courses
Top-Rated Quality Instructor

Sandeep is an engineer, quality management expert, and educator with over 40 years of hands-on experience in quality assurance and process improvement across multiple industries.

He holds multiple ASQ certifications and has trained over 350,000 students globally across all courses. His teaching philosophy: clear explanations, real-world examples, and exam-focused practice.

Every course is built around the official body of knowledge, so you study what actually matters — and nothing that doesn't.

350K+
Total Students
★ 4.6
Average Rating
40+
Years Experience
Student Reviews

What Students Are Saying

★★★★★

"The section breakdown and practice questions are exactly what I needed. The CSQP spans supplier selection all the way through relationship management and governance — this course made the entire BoK manageable. Passed on my first attempt."

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Sarah M.
Supplier Quality Manager, Automotive
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"Sandeep's coverage of supplier performance monitoring, SCAR processes, and sampling plan theory was outstanding. The answer explanation sheets after each quiz set are worth the price of enrollment alone."

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David K.
Quality Engineer, Aerospace Supply Chain
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"I knew the open book format still required serious preparation — you can't just look everything up in 4.5 hours. This course built the depth I needed. The flashcards and slides became my reference materials on exam day."

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Priya N.
Procurement Quality Specialist, Electronics
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Everything You Need

Everything you need to pass the CSQP exam in one place, at one price.

CSQP Certification Preparation
One-time payment  ·  365 days access  ·  All future updates included
  • ✔ 365 days of unlimited access
  • ✔ Video lessons for all 7 BoK sections
  • ✔ Multiple quiz sets per section (exam-style MCQs)
  • ✔ Detailed answer explanation sheets for every quiz
  • ✔ Flashcards for all sections
  • ✔ Downloadable slides — ideal as open book exam reference
  • ✔ Certificate of completion with PMI PDUs
  • ✔ All future course updates at no extra cost
  • ✔ Access on any device, anytime
  • ✔ Student community access — ask questions, discuss topics, connect with peers
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the eligibility requirements for the CSQP?›
ASQ requires candidates to have 8 years of on-the-job experience in one or more areas of the CSQP Body of Knowledge, with at least 3 of those years in a decision-making position. Candidates with a degree may have part of the requirement waived (up to 5 years for a master's or doctorate). Full eligibility details are available on the ASQ website.
Is the CSQP really an open book exam?›
Yes. The CSQP is an open book exam — all ASQ-approved references are permitted. However, with 150 scored questions in 4.5 hours, candidates who rely solely on looking things up run out of time. This course builds deep comprehension of supplier quality management so you can navigate your references quickly and confidently — and know most answers without needing to look them up at all.
Which version of the BoK does this course cover?›
This course is fully aligned with the 2023 CSQP Body of Knowledge (effective September 2023), which is the current version used for the ASQ CSQP examination.
How long will I have access to the course?›
You receive 365 days of access to all course content, including all future updates during this period.
Are the practice questions similar to the real exam?›
Yes. All questions are written at the cognitive levels specified in the CSQP BoK and include scenario-based questions that mirror the complexity and style of the real ASQ CSQP exam. Questions cover supplier qualification, performance monitoring, sampling, risk management, and governance — the topics that define this certification.
Can the downloadable slides be used as my open book reference?›
Yes. Many students use the course slides as part of their reference materials during the exam. Because the slides are structured around the BoK, they are easy to navigate quickly. We recommend becoming very familiar with them during your preparation so you can locate information efficiently on exam day.
Is this course only for people taking the CSQP exam?›
No. The course provides an excellent foundation in supplier quality management that is valuable for any professional working in supply chain quality, procurement, or supplier development roles — whether or not you are pursuing the formal ASQ certification.
What kind of community access is included with the course?›
Every enrolled student gets access to the Quality Gurus Inc. student community — a dedicated space where you can post questions on any CSQP topic, discuss concepts with fellow candidates, share study strategies, and get support from the instructor. This access is included as part of your enrollment, at no extra cost.
Can I interact with the instructor through the community?›
Yes. Sandeep actively participates in the student community and responds to questions. You are not on your own — if you are stuck on a concept or unsure about a quiz answer, you can post your question and get a direct response. This level of access is included as part of your enrollment, at no extra cost.

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Christopher Jess

Certified Supplier Quality Manager Training

Overall, the course was tremendously helpful in passing the ASQ Certified Supplier Quality Professional exam. The information was easy to understand, and it aligns with the Body of Knowledge perfectly. The course definitely helped in filling in the knowledge gaps that I had on certain topics presented on the exam which made me more confident during examination!

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