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Quality Assurance & Improvement Flashcards

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  1. What is the primary goal of quality assurance in Athletic Director Certification?

    Answer: Ensuring consistent standards and continuous improvement

    Quality assurance focuses on maintaining consistent standards and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement in processes and outcomes.

  2. Which tool is commonly used for root cause analysis in Athletic Director Certification?

    Answer: Fishbone (Ishikawa) diagram

    The fishbone diagram helps identify potential causes of a problem by organizing them into categories, revealing root causes.

  3. What does the PDCA cycle stand for in quality management?

    Answer: Plan, Do, Check, Act

    PDCA (Plan, Do, Check, Act) is a four-step management method for continuous improvement of processes and products.

  4. In Athletic Director Certification, what is a Key Performance Indicator (KPI)?

    Answer: A measurable value that demonstrates effectiveness

    KPIs are quantifiable measurements that demonstrate how effectively objectives are being achieved.

  5. What is benchmarking in the context of Athletic Director Certification quality management?

    Answer: Comparing performance against best practices or competitors

    Benchmarking involves comparing your processes and performance metrics to industry best practices to identify improvement areas.

  6. Which principle underpins Total Quality Management (TQM) in Athletic Director Certification?

    Answer: Everyone in the organization is responsible for quality

    TQM is based on the principle that quality is everyone's responsibility, from leadership to front-line workers.

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