What is international accreditation?
International accreditation is an external quality assurance process; for this, the academic program is evaluated according to certain standards and criteria established internationally.
¿Why should we get accredited??
Accreditation provides the academic program with global recognition and certifies the quality of the education offered. Furthermore, it facilitates international mobility and fosters academic cooperation with globally recognized institutions.
Who benefits from international accreditation?
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Students
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Graduates
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Administrative staff
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Teachers
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Employers
How to participate in the accreditation process?
- Providing feedback, through surveys, interviews or focus group.
- Contributing to the documentation with evidence of their work, projects, or achievements.
- Participating in the various activities related to accreditation.
- Supporting the dissemination of information about the accreditation process.
- Preparing reports that compile information to demonstrate compliance with accreditation standards.
- Sharing their perceptions on the curriculum, teaching methods, and other aspects related to teaching.
- Participating in professional development activities and implementing innovative practices in the classroom.
- Contributing to the improvement of administrative processes for the benefit of the university community.
- Organizing the necessary documentation to demonstrate compliance with accreditation criteria.
- Collaborating in the preparation of reports that describe the functioning of the academic program.
Benefits of accreditation
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It acknowledges that the education provided meets international standards.
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Prestige and recognition before the national and international community.
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Internationalization of our teachers, expanding their network of contacts and giving them the opportunity to collaborate academically with international institutions.
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Greater access to exchange opportunities for students and teachers.
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It strengthens the employability of our graduates, giving them a competitive advantage in the labor market.
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Commitment to the continuous improvement of administrative and academic processes, in favor of the development of the university community.
Accreditation stages
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1
PHASE
Self-assessment
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2
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External evaluation
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3
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Report and decision
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4
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Continuous improvement
LEARN MORE ABOUT IAC-CINDA
Who do we accredit?
We are accredited by IAC – CINDA, the International Institute for Quality Assurance, whose purpose is to promote a culture of quality with internationally valid standards and procedures.
What other universities have been accredited by IAC-CINDA?
- Pontifical Catholic University of Peru.
- University of Lima.
- Ricardo Palma University.
More information, here.