Rules & Constitution of IQM
The codified 18 statutory clauses governing the institutional structure, code of administration, electoral franchise, financial controls, and professional standards of the Institute of Quality Malaysia.
Official Gazetted Document
Reproduction of the gazetted Rules and Constitution of Institute of Quality Malaysia (IQM) Table of Contents as approved and registered under the Societies Act 1966.
Contents of the Constitution
Eighteen codified clauses establishing legal and operational governance.
Name
The Institute shall be officially known as the Institute of Quality Malaysia (Institut Kualiti Malaysia) registered under ROS PPM-002-14-23051978.
Registered Place of Business and Postal Address
Official seat and secretariat established in the Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur or Selangor (Kuchai Entrepreneurs Park, Kuala Lumpur).
Aims and Objectives
Statutory mission to promote, advance, and standardize the discipline, education, and practice of quality management, quality engineering, and conformity assessment across Malaysia.
Membership
Codified classifications encompassing Corporate Members (Honorary Fellows, Fellows, Members) with full voting franchise, and Non-Corporate Members (Associates, Licentiates, Students, Institutional).
Resignation
Formal procedures, statutory notice periods, and clearance protocols for members tendering resignation from the register.
Board of Management
The executive governing council comprising the President, Deputy/Vice Presidents, Honorary Secretary, Honorary Treasurer, and Ordinary Board Members elected at the AGM.
Duties of Office-Bearers
Statutory powers, operational obligations, portfolio governance, and ministerial liaison duties vested in each designated office bearer.
Entrance Fees, Subscription and Other Dues
Prescribed fee schedules, admission levies, annual subscription rates, and arrears penalties required to maintain certified good standing.
Financial Provisions
Fiduciary controls, banking signatories, operational expenditure limits, and fiscal management terminating on 31st December.
Audit
Annual inspection and verification of balance sheets and statutory financial accounts by appointed Honorary Auditors or licensed chartered accountants.
Trustees / Property Administrators
Custody, vesting, and legal administration of movable and immovable real properties belonging to the Institute.
General Meeting
Statutory Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) protocols, electoral notices, voting rules, and quorum requisites.
Amendment of Rules / Clauses
Procedures for repealing, amending, or enacting constitutional clauses requiring two-thirds member majority and statutory sanction from the Registrar of Societies (ROS).
Interpretation of the Constitution
Sole authority vested in the Board of Management to interpret ambiguous provisions and adjudicate matters omitted from the written text.
Appointment of Advisor or Patron
Formal council powers to invite distinguished public dignitaries, industrial leaders, or ministers to serve as Patrons or Honorary Advisors.
Prohibition
Strict statutory bans against partisan political involvement, illegal gambling, union activities, and actions prejudicial to the integrity of the profession.
Dissolution
Constitutional protocols for voluntary winding up, asset liquidation, liability settlement, and disposal of remaining funds in accordance with the Societies Act.
Emblem
The official gazetted crest, designatory emblem, and heraldic insignia representing the certified authority of the Institute of Quality Malaysia.