We are pleased to announce that the International Association for Quality Assurance in Pre-Tertiary and Higher Education (QAHE) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Independent Kazakhstani Center of Accreditation (IKCA). This strategic partnership aims to enhance cooperation in promoting quality assurance in higher education both nationally and internationally.
The MOU establishes a collaborative framework for mutual recognition and cooperation, allowing both organizations to share best practices and resources in the field of accreditation. This partnership will enable QAHE to support IKCA's mission of increasing the competitiveness of educational institutions in Kazakhstan through effective accreditation and quality assurance procedures.
As part of this collaboration, QAHE and IKCA will work together on various initiatives, including the development of accreditation standards, capacity-building programs, and training seminars for academic experts and stakeholders. This cooperative effort will further strengthen the quality of educational offerings and facilitate cross-border educational exchanges.
Moreover, following the recent announcement that IKCA has been accepted as a member of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation's (CHEA) International Quality Group (CIQG), this MOU highlights the shared commitment of both organizations to uphold high standards in education. Being part of CIQG allows IKCA to engage with a global network of professionals dedicated to advancing quality higher education and quality assurance practices.
We believe that this partnership will contribute significantly to enhancing the educational landscape in Kazakhstan and beyond, benefiting students, educators, and institutions alike. For more information about QAHE and its initiatives, please visit [www.qahe.org].
The Independent Kazakhstani Center of Accreditation (IKCA) was established in 2016 as a non-profit institution and was registered with the Department of Justice in Nur-Sultan (Astana) on December 26, 2016. IKCA strives to use the best international practices in ensuring the quality of education in its activities.
By the Order of the Ministry of Education and Science No. 624 of November 9, 2018, “On the Recognition of the Accreditation Body and Inclusion in the Register of Recognized Accreditation Bodies (Register 1) for a period of five years,” the IKCA was registered in the National Register of Accreditation Bodies. The IKCA’s activities are carried out in accordance with the State Programs for the Development of Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan (for 2016-2019, 2020-2025), the laws of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Center’s Charter, and internal regulatory documents.
IKCA’s mission is to assist universities in creating an effective system of quality assurance and management in educational organizations implementing programs at all levels of education and supplementary education.
To achieve this, the agency conducts institutional and programme accreditation, conducts research in the field of quality assurance in higher education and participates in international networks (INQAAHE, APQN, ENQA) and projects.
