Re: Passed ASQ Software Quality Analyst Exam! What next?
Let's say I wanted to go into quality consulting, software dev. business processes being a large percentage of services, but not limited to, what Certifications in what order would best serve me in moving towards that goal?
I agree with the earlier recommendation. CSQE and CMQOE are relevant ASQ certs towards your goal. Becoming a Software quality consultant will require lot more. I am sure many others in COVE will add to this discussion.
Besides ASQ certs, you will need to understand implementation using software guidelines for ISO 9001 which is ISO 90003:2014 Software engineering -- Guidelines for the application of ISO 9001:2008 to computer software, strengthening auditing skills, develop an in-depth understanding of Software Development Life Cycle process, ISO/IEC 12207:2008 Systems and software engineering -- Software life cycle processes and ISO/IEC 15504 series.
I would also suggest that you start volunteering for your State Award Program as an examiner. This will help build your understanding business process maturity. You may also want to review ISO 10019:2005 Guidelines for the selection of quality management system consultants and use of their services. This document identifies additional skills that will help enhance your skills and achieve your career goal of becoming a quality consultant in Software field.
Best Wishes,
Govind
Since consulting involves serving potentially a diverse set of clients with different sorts of challenges, experience counts at least as much as certifications.