The International Association for Quality Assurance in Pre‑Tertiary and Higher Education (QAHE) is pleased to announce that it has been featured on India CSR, one of India’s leading platforms for corporate sustainability, education, and leadership insights. The feature appears in an article highlighting global academic collaboration involving international personality Mikki Koomar and Orange County University, where QAHE is referenced within the broader context of international higher education engagement.

This visibility on India CSR underscores QAHE’s growing presence in global discussions on quality assurance, institutional collaboration, and the advancement of higher education standards. As India CSR is widely recognized for its coverage of influential educational initiatives and international partnerships, QAHE’s inclusion reflects the organization’s expanding footprint and relevance in the global academic landscape.

The article highlights cross‑border cooperation, leadership in education, and the role of international organizations in strengthening academic ecosystems—areas in which QAHE continues to contribute actively through accreditation, recognition partnerships, and global quality assurance initiatives. QAHE’s appearance in this publication reinforces its commitment to fostering excellence, transparency, and innovation across diverse educational systems worldwide.

QAHE extends its appreciation to India CSR for featuring its work and remains dedicated to supporting institutions, leaders, and partners who share the mission of elevating global education standards. The full article can be accessed on the India CSR website.

The International Association for Quality Assurance in Pre Tertiary & Higher Education (QAHE) is pleased to announce that C. Douglas Institute of Learning (CDIL) has successfully renewed its institutional accreditation with QAHE.

CDIL, which operates multi campus allied health and technician training programmes across Guyana, Jamaica, Trinidad & Tobago and the United States, demonstrated continued compliance with QAHE’s standards for governance, curriculum quality, assessment and learner support. QAHE’s review recognised CDIL’s focused vocational portfolio — including phlebotomy, medical assisting, emergency medical technician, dialysis, radiology, sonography and pharmacy technician pathways — and its commitment to practical, workplace aligned training that prepares graduates for roles in the healthcare sector.

The renewal assessment took into account CDIL’s documented quality assurance arrangements, its partnerships with recognised certification bodies and national regulators, and evidence of student support and outcomes. QAHE noted CDIL’s engagement with professional credentialing organisations and national quality bodies — including the National Phlebotomy Association, National Healthcareer Association (NHA), the National Accreditation Council of Guyana and other international certification partners — which strengthen the institute’s capacity to deliver recognised vocational qualifications and certification pathways for learners.

QAHE’s renewed accreditation affirms CDIL’s ongoing work to maintain and improve teaching standards, curriculum relevance and assessment integrity across its campuses and online provision. The renewal supports CDIL’s efforts to attract a diverse student body, enhance graduate employability in allied health professions, and continue developing workplace ready competencies for healthcare support roles.

QAHE congratulates the leadership, faculty and staff at C. Douglas Institute of Learning on this achievement and looks forward to continued cooperation that supports quality improvement and positive learner outcomes.

The International Association for Quality Assurance in Pre Tertiary & Higher Education (QAHE), in partnership with the American University of Business and Social Sciences (AUBSS), is pleased to announce that Mr. Ali Qadar has been awarded the Doctor of Public Service (Honoris Causa).

Mr. Qadar has a long record of public and community service. He holds a BA in Economics and Political Science and pursued postgraduate studies in economics at Punjab University. He qualified as a Chartered Accountant with the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales in 1981 and has worked across the accounting profession, including roles at Pinner, Darlington & Co. and Hancock & Ashford, before founding Ali Qadar & Co., Chartered Accountants.

Throughout his career Mr. Qadar has combined professional practice with sustained voluntary commitment. He served as a Sheffield city councillor from 1996 to 2012 and has held leadership roles in a range of civic and charitable organisations, including the Sheffield Racial Equality Council (member, vice chair and chair), Common Ground (co chair), Sharrow Citizens Advice Bureau and Sheffield Mental Health and Advocacy Citizens Advice Bureau (trustee roles). He has also contributed to education as a school governor and supported international development through a UK registered charity delivering sanitation and basic services in South Asia.

QAHE and AUBSS recognise Mr. Qadar’s significant contributions to public life, community cohesion and welfare — both in Sheffield and internationally — which exemplify the values of civic responsibility and service to others. His receipt of the British Empire Medal (BEM) in 2025 for services to the Sheffield community and other civic honours further attest to his sustained impact.

QAHE congratulates Mr. Ali Qadar on this honorary award and looks forward to celebrating his continued leadership and community engagement. Further details about the award and citation are available from QAHE’s offices on request.

The International Association for Quality Assurance in Pre‑Tertiary and Higher Education (QAHE) is pleased to share information about an upcoming workshop organized by the European Quality Assurance Network for Informatics Education (EQANIE). The workshop will take place on the morning of 24 April, ahead of EQANIE’s General Assembly.

The event is designed to facilitate professional exchange and provide participants with insights into current developments in informatics education and quality assurance.

Spaces are limited. Those who are interested in participating are encouraged to contact EQANIE directly:

David Witt
Secretary General, EQANIE
secretariat@eqanie.eu

QAHE is pleased to share this opportunity with its community and will continue to highlight relevant international quality assurance events and activities.

The International Association for Quality Assurance in Pre‑Tertiary and Higher Education (QAHE) is pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Uzbekistan Teachers of English Association (UzTEA). The agreement establishes a partnership focused specifically on cross promotion and mutual recognition to strengthen links between QAHE’s international network and UzTEA’s nationwide community of English language educators.

Under the terms of the MOU, QAHE and UzTEA will promote each other’s activities, events, and services to their respective members and networks. This includes sharing information about conferences, professional development opportunities, awards, and membership benefits through each organisation’s communications channels. The MOU also provides for mutual recognition of select non‑regulatory activities and achievements — such as CPD participation certificates, events, and award announcements — where both parties agree the activity meets the standards set out in their joint understanding.

This targeted collaboration leverages UzTEA’s long‑standing national reach — built over nearly 30 years of teacher development, community building, and international cooperation — alongside QAHE’s global visibility in accreditation and quality‑assurance circles. By coordinating promotion and recognising agreed activities, the partners aim to increase visibility for teacher development opportunities, broaden access to networks and resources, and support professionals and organisations within Uzbekistan and beyond.

The MOU is limited to cross promotion and mutual recognition and does not constitute programmatic accreditation, transfer of regulatory authority, or institutional accreditation. Any future cooperation beyond promotion and recognition, including accreditation services or formal joint programs, would be addressed in separate agreements and follow the full due‑diligence and approval processes of each organisation.

About QAHE
The International Association for Quality Assurance in Pre‑Tertiary and Higher Education (QAHE) provides accreditation, awards and capacity‑building services to educational institutions worldwide. QAHE supports institutions across K‑12, higher education, vocational training and online learning through accreditation, best‑practice guidance and partnerships aimed at strengthening quality, credibility and international recognition.

About UzTEA
The Uzbekistan Teachers of English Association (UzTEA) is a non‑profit professional association founded in the mid‑1990s that empowers English teachers nationwide through professional development, community building and international collaboration. UzTEA connects teachers, institutions and partners through trainings, events and regional initiatives to advance English language teaching across Uzbekistan.

The International Association for Quality Assurance in Pre‑Tertiary & Higher Education (QAHE) is pleased to share that QAHE has been referenced in a recent Research.com article exploring the most affordable online bachelor’s degree options offered by reputable universities. The feature highlights QAHE’s role in supporting transparency and quality assurance within the global online education landscape.

The Research.com guide examines the growing demand for flexible and cost‑effective online bachelor’s programs, noting that many learners are seeking alternatives that reduce financial barriers while maintaining academic quality. The article explains how online study can help students manage their education alongside work and family responsibilities, offering a practical pathway to career advancement without the traditional expenses associated with campus‑based learning.

In its discussion of accreditation and institutional credibility, the article includes QAHE as one of the recognized bodies that help learners verify the standing and quality of online institutions. This acknowledgment reinforces QAHE’s ongoing commitment to promoting trustworthy, standards‑aligned educational providers and ensuring that students have access to reliable information when making enrollment decisions.

The Research.com analysis also highlights the broader value of online bachelor’s degrees, emphasizing their relevance across diverse fields such as business, psychology, counseling, and computer science. It underscores how accessible online programs can empower learners to pursue meaningful academic and professional goals while benefiting from structured curricula, guided instruction, and modern digital learning environments.

QAHE welcomes this mention as a reflection of its continued efforts to support quality assurance in online and non‑traditional education. We remain dedicated to strengthening global awareness of credible accreditation practices and to collaborating with institutions that prioritize excellence, integrity, and learner success.

The International Association for Quality Assurance in Pre‑Tertiary & Higher Education (QAHE) is pleased to share news of the upcoming International Conference on Molecular Biology: Current Aspects and Prospects (ICMB2026), an important global scientific event taking place from 21–24 September 2026 in Cluj‑Napoca, Romania.

ICMB2026 is the third edition of this international gathering, designed to bring together leading researchers, emerging scientists, and academic professionals working across the diverse fields of molecular biology. The conference aims to promote scientific exchange, mentorship, and collaboration by connecting experts whose work spans complementary areas of molecular and cellular regulation. The program includes keynote lectures, plenary sessions, selected talks, poster presentations, and structured networking opportunities to encourage new research partnerships.

The event will feature distinguished keynote speakers recognized for their contributions to molecular biology, systems biology, RNA regulation, genome organization, and related disciplines. Their participation reflects the conference’s commitment to advancing both foundational and applied research.

The central theme of ICMB2026, “Molecular regulation across the domains of life — from DNA to proteins: mechanisms, networks, and applications,” will guide discussions across major scientific areas, including chromatin and epigenetic regulation, gene expression control, RNA biology, translational regulation, protein homeostasis, and cellular signaling pathways. This thematic focus underscores the conference’s dedication to exploring the mechanisms that govern life at the molecular level.

Registration opens on 1 May 2026, with several participation options available. The conference will be hosted at the Wonderland Resort in Cluj‑Napoca, offering an inspiring environment for scientific dialogue and collaboration.

QAHE recognizes the value of international scientific events such as ICMB2026, which contribute to global knowledge exchange, interdisciplinary innovation, and the advancement of research excellence. We encourage researchers, academics, and students to visit the official conference website for full details on themes, speakers, and registration procedures.

The International Association for Quality Assurance in Pre‑Tertiary and Higher Education (QAHE) is pleased to announce that Oceania Polytechnic and Technological University (OPTU) has successfully renewed its QAHE accreditation, reaffirming its dedication to maintaining high‑quality, internationally aligned educational standards.

OPTU, an independent online private international university committed to excellence in distance education, has long emphasized academic rigor, accessibility, and global relevance. Its continued accreditation with QAHE reflects the institution’s sustained efforts to uphold robust quality assurance practices and deliver programs that meet internationally recognized benchmarks. OPTU publicly highlights its QAHE accreditation as a key component of its institutional credibility, noting that it “takes great pride in its Registrations, Accreditations and Certifications, Affiliations and Memberships,” which validate the quality of its programs and reinforce its standing as a provider of high‑quality education.

QAHE commends OPTU for its ongoing commitment to continuous improvement, transparency, and student‑centered learning. The renewal of accreditation underscores the university’s dedication to offering accessible, far‑reaching education to learners worldwide—an ethos reflected in its long history of distance‑learning innovation and its growing portfolio of international recognitions.

As QAHE continues to expand its global network of accredited institutions, the organization remains committed to supporting universities that demonstrate excellence, integrity, and a strong commitment to educational advancement. OPTU’s renewed accreditation further strengthens this shared mission and highlights the institution’s role as a contributor to global higher‑education quality.

Additional details regarding OPTU’s accreditation status can be found on the institution’s official website, where it proudly showcases its QAHE recognition as part of its broader quality assurance framework.

QAHE congratulates OPTU on this achievement and looks forward to continued collaboration in promoting high standards in global education.

We are pleased to announce that The CSR ESG Institute has successfully received the QAHE accreditation renewal for the period 2026–2027 from the International Association for Quality Assurance in Pre-tertiary & Higher Education (QAHE).

This renewal highlights the Institute’s continued commitment to maintaining strong quality assurance standards across its ESG training, coaching, and consulting services, ensuring alignment with global expectations while supporting practical impact in emerging markets.

Congratulations to The CSR ESG Institute team on this important milestone. We look forward to continuing our work and supporting the Institute’s ongoing journey toward excellence in ESG and sustainability capacity building.

The International Association for Quality Assurance in Pre Tertiary & Higher Education (QAHE) is pleased to announce that IPM Polytech Afrique (IPM Afrique) has successfully renewed its institutional accreditation with QAHE.

IPM Afrique, a Morocco based centre delivering blended and online professional education across Africa, demonstrated continued compliance with QAHE’s standards for governance, programme quality, faculty qualifications and learner support. QAHE’s review noted IPM Afrique’s extensive partnership network and its broad portfolio of executive certificates, MBAs and DBAs. The institution’s active collaborations with recognised partners and certifying bodies—including SUPEMIR, Proximity Management Institute, GEC Marrakech, CCTH Afrique, The CPD Certification Service and Smart Academy—were taken into account during the assessment and contributed positively to the renewal outcome.

The renewed accreditation recognises IPM Afrique’s efforts to maintain robust quality assurance processes, to align its provision with international certification standards (including CPD alignment), and to expand access to recognised professional development in key sectors such as management, finance, tourism, health and technology. QAHE welcomes IPM Afrique’s ongoing dedication to lifelong learning and capacity building for African professionals and looks forward to continued cooperation that supports improved learner outcomes and institutional development.

For verification of IPM Afrique’s QAHE accreditation status or enquiries about the scope of the renewal, please contact QAHE’s Accreditation Office.