The Quality Policy is a concise, official statement that outlines a Higher Education Institution’s principles, values, and commitments regarding the continuous improvement of quality across all areas of its operation: education, research, administration, and societal engagement. It is aligned with the institution’s nature, mission, and strategic plan, and it forms the foundation for the development and implementation of the Quality Assurance System.
The Quality Policy:
- Articulates the institution’s vision for quality.
- Defines the core values and guiding principles of its operations.
- Sets out priorities and objectives for quality enhancement.
- Commits all members of the academic and administrative community.
- Is publicly available, both internally and externally (e.g., on the institution’s website).Is regularly reviewed and updated by the institution’s governing bodies (e.g., Senate, Quality Assurance Unit).
About IQAS the Quality Policy:
- Serves as the cornerstone of the institution’s Quality Assurance System.
- Guides all evaluation and improvement processes.
- Links the strategic planning with everyday practices.
- Acts as a reference framework during internal and external evaluations.
- Promotes the development of a quality culture throughout the institution.