A good QA, test, or QA/Test (combined) manager should be:• familiar with the software development process• able to maintain enthusiasm of their team and promote a positive atmosphere, despite• what is a somewhat 'negative' process (e.g., looking for or preventing problems)• able to promote teamwork to increase productivity• have people judgment skills for hiring and keeping skilled personnel• able to communicate with technical and non-technical people
able to run meetings and keep them focused