Introduction
All organisations live with Chronic Problems that silently erode the performance of their vital processes. Educational Institutions are no exception – common examples include Admissions, Placement, Purchasing, Housekeeping, Maintenance, Performance Appraisal, and Complaints Resolution, among others. These chronic problems generate Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) that is hidden within the budget. COPQ is at least one-third of total cost. Solving these problems can meaningfully improve the health of an institution – operationally and financially.
The remedy is Structured Problem Solving, adopted institution-wide. The four steps are • Problem Definition • Problem Diagnosis • Problem Remedy • Locking the Improvements. QualTech® Education is an institutional programme that brings this remedy to life – by enrolling your students in the Junior Qualitist® accreditation pathway.
Process & Timeline
90 Days. 5 Teams. Real Problems. Measurable Impact.
1
Days 1–30
Assign
The Quality Council identifies five chronic problems and assigns one to each Project Team. All 25 Level 1 Junior Qualitists register for QualTech® Education and begin scoping their approach.
2
Days 31–50
Apply
Teams apply their learning to the assigned problem using a guided online template. A Qimpro® Mentor conducts the first check-in to validate problem definition and team progress.
3
Days 51–70
Refine
Project Teams quantify estimated COPQ reduction in a draft Project Report, validated by their faculty coordinator. The Mentor conducts a second check-in before final submission.
4
Days 71–75
Submit
Project Teams submit their Project Reports online. Each team member receives a Qimpro® Certificate of Achievement.
5
Days 76–85
Assess
A panel of Qimpro® Certified Qualitists assesses all Project Reports against pre-announced criteria.
6
Days 85–90
Results
Scores and a detailed feedback report are shared with each Project Team.
Project Teams may act on feedback and resubmit their Project Report for a Project Rating. High-rated projects are considered for Qimpro's Knowledge Bank.
QualTech® Prize – Education
Recognising Team Excellence in Process Improvement
The top 20 projects from across India are shortlisted and presented at the QualTech® Prize - Education, an open national competition organised by Qimpro® Foundation. Each member of the top 20 teams receives the Junior Qualitist® Level 2 certificate as well as a Qimpro® Certificate of Merit.
Judges select
2 Winner
who receives a Trophy and a Certificate of Excellence
3 Runners-up
who receive a Certificate of Excellence
1 Best Presenter
who receives a Certificate of Achievement
Rules & Eligibility
Designed for students only.
Students from any academic stream are eligible.
The student must have successfully completed Class 12 or an equivalent qualification.
Each student completes the learning phase individually (Level 1).
Implementation is carried out in teams of 5 students (Level 2).
Registration validity is 90 days from the date of registration to project submission.
A student may be part of only one team.
Each team may submit only one project
The submission deadline will not be extended.
All submissions must be in English.
Participation Fee
Institution Sponsored.
INR 5,000 per team (of 5 students).
We recommend registering at least 5 teams.
Benefits
Institute
Real Problems. Real Savings.
Student-led projects tackle live institutional challenges and reduce COPQ.
Measurable Financial Impact
COPQ savings are quantified, validated, and recurring; directly improving institutional health.
Stronger Placement Outcomes
Graduates with verified problem-solving credentials are more competitive in the job market.
Culture of Improvement
Build a shared quality language and continuous improvement mindset across the institution.
National Recognition
Compete for the QualTech® Prize - Education and gain visibility on a national platform.
Knowledge Bank Contribution
High-rated projects are published in Qimpro® Knowledge Bank, building institutional thought leadership.
Students
Digital Credibility
Official digital badge for LinkedIn and a profile listed in the Junior Qualitist® Directory on qimpro.org.
Qimpro-Signed Project Report
Verified evidence of real-world problem solving to carry
into interviews.
Structured Thinking Advantage
Early exposure to globally accepted quality and diagnostic frameworks used across industries.
Recruiter Differentiation
A recognised credential that signals methodical thinking, discipline, and execution capability.
WhatsApp Community
Access the Junior Qualitist® Community for Mind Gym, Flash Quizzes, peer network, and Student Guide roles.
Career Pathway
A stepping stone to the Qimpro® Certified Qualitist® professional community.
JOIN THE STUDENT QUALITY MOVEMENT
Together, let's transform your institution, empower your students,
and deliver lasting improvements in operational efficiency — one solved problem at a time.
Institutions that have led the way
What They Say…
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Problem Solving Pro digital course deepened my understanding of quality management and structured problem-solving, sharpening my analytical skills in root cause analysis — directly complementing my studies in hospital administration. The QualTech Prize project strengthened my ability to apply these concepts practically and boosted my confidence in presenting solutions. Earning the Junior Qualitist certificate has reinforced my commitment to a career in healthcare quality management. Thank you for this opportunity
— Anagha K
St John's Medical College