The central purpose and role of INQAAHE is to promote and advance excellence in tertiary education through the support of an active international community of quality assurance providers. In order to achieve this goal, the network focuses on the development of the theory and practice of quality assurance, the exchange and understanding of the policies and actions of its members, and the promotion of quality assurance for the benefit of tertiary education, institutions, students and society at large.
Integrity is the foundation of INQAAHE’s legitimacy. By adhering to international standards in ethics, rights, and anti-corruption, the Network strengthens the credibility of quality assurance as a global public good.
INQAAHE is an open and inclusive community. All members are valued equally, provided they commit to integrity, ensuring that diverse perspectives contribute to the advancement of quality assurance.
Transparency ensures accountability. Through clear processes and decision-making, INQAAHE demonstrates ethical governance, responsible management, and trustworthiness to its members and the wider community.
INQAAHE embraces the diversity of its members across regions, cultures, languages, and mandates. This variety strengthens the Network, fostering mutual learning and inclusive practices that enrich global quality assurance.
Independence safeguards INQAAHE’s credibility. The Network ensures freedom of thought and action, respects members’ autonomy, and protects its impartiality from external influence, reinforcing trust in quality assurance worldwide.
Collaboration drives INQAAHE’s mission. By partnering with members, institutions, governments, and organizations, the Network promotes dialogue, joint projects, and advocacy efforts that strengthen quality assurance globally.
INQAAHE affirms academic freedom as essential for quality. It protects the right to research, teach, and exchange knowledge freely, ensuring that quality assurance respects autonomy, integrity, and cultural expression.
INQAAHE ensures a sustainable and transparent organization through strong governance, diversified funding, and active member engagement. This stability allows the Network to operate flexibly while safeguarding its global ownership and long-term capacity to serve the quality assurance community.
INQAAHE builds a global community by fostering cooperation through conferences, fora, and joint projects. By connecting members and partners, the Network amplifies good practices, strengthens recognition, and expands its reach, creating meaningful impact across regions and higher education systems.
INQAAHE supports members’ growth with training, funding, and consultancy opportunities. By building skills and strengthening institutional capacity, the Network professionalizes quality assurance as a global field, empowering members to improve practices and deliver credible results within their contexts.
INQAAHE promotes trust by advancing the International Standards and Guidelines (ISG), external reviews. These tools ensure best practice compliance, enhance credibility, and protect higher education systems from malpractice, reinforcing recognition and stakeholder confidence worldwide.
INQAAHE drives research to strengthen the academic foundation of quality assurance. By publishing studies, funding projects, and sharing evidence-based insights, the Network enriches global knowledge, fosters innovation, and enhances recognition of quality assurance within higher education worldwide.
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