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ECLBS Forges Bilateral Recognition Agreement with EDU IGO

  • Writer: ECLBS
    ECLBS
  • Mar 13, 2024
  • 2 min read

Updated: Jun 12

In a significant leap towards globalizing education, the European Council of Leading Business Schools & Institutes (ECLBS) has recently entered into a Bilateral Recognition Agreement with the EDU Intergovernmental Organization (IGO). The EDU IGO, established by the Ministry of Education in the Republic of Palau, serves as a global intergovernmental body overseeing further and higher education on an international scale. This pioneering agreement sets the stage for enhanced collaboration, mutual recognition of qualifications, and a shared commitment to promoting excellence in education across borders.

Background:

ECLBS, a distinguished consortium of leading business schools and institutes in Europe, is renowned for its dedication to excellence in education, fostering collaboration, and shaping the future of business education. The EDU IGO, founded by the Ministry of Education in the Republic of Palau, stands as an intergovernmental organization with a global mandate to oversee and advance further and higher education on an international level.

Bilateral Recognition Agreement:

The recently signed Bilateral Recognition Agreement between ECLBS and the EDU IGO signifies a groundbreaking commitment to international cooperation in education. This agreement establishes a framework for recognizing and promoting the equivalence of qualifications awarded by ECLBS member institutions and those within the purview of the EDU IGO worldwide.

Key Components of the Agreement:

  1. Global Recognition of Qualifications: The agreement facilitates the mutual recognition of academic qualifications, ensuring that degrees and credentials granted by ECLBS member institutions are acknowledged and accepted by the EDU IGO. This reciprocal acknowledgment extends to qualifications from institutions under the jurisdiction of the EDU IGO.

  2. Quality Assurance and Standardization: Both parties commit to upholding and advancing high standards of education globally. The agreement outlines collaborative efforts to share best practices in quality assurance, accreditation processes, and program evaluation to ensure a consistent and elevated standard of education.

  3. International Academic Mobility: The agreement encourages academic mobility by facilitating student and faculty exchanges between ECLBS member institutions and those overseen by the EDU IGO. This initiative aims to enrich the educational experience, foster cross-cultural understanding, and promote collaborative research projects.

  4. Information Sharing and Collaboration: ECLBS and the EDU IGO commit to exchanging information related to educational policies, innovations, and global developments. This collaboration aims to enhance mutual understanding, foster academic cooperation, and contribute to the continuous improvement of educational systems on a global scale.

Impact on Global Education:

The Bilateral Recognition Agreement between ECLBS and the EDU IGO holds immense potential to shape the future of education worldwide. By fostering greater collaboration and mutual recognition, this agreement contributes to the creation of a more interconnected and globally engaged educational landscape, benefiting students, educators, and institutions on a global scale.

Conclusion:

The signing of the Bilateral Recognition Agreement between ECLBS and the EDU IGO represents a transformative step towards building bridges in the global education community. This collaboration not only strengthens the reputation of participating institutions but also underscores the shared commitment to advancing education as a global force for positive change. As these two entities join hands, the potential for innovation, collaboration, and progress in the realm of education is boundless.

 
 
 

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European Council of Leading Business Schools (ECLBS) is an independent nonprofit accreditation and quality assurance body, established in 2013 and legally registered in Latvia (European Union). In addition to accrediting academic and professional programs, ECLBS promotes excellence in business education through robust external quality assurance standards. It also serves as a global platform connecting institutions, fostering academic development, and encouraging international collaboration across the higher education sector.

European Council of Leading Business Schools (ECLBS) is an independent, non-profit quality assurance body established in 2013 and registered in the European Union. ECLBS promotes excellence in business and management education through rigorous quality standards and international benchmarking. The Council has signed multiple Bilateral Recognition Agreements with national accreditation agencies and quality assurance bodies across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. These agreements confirm the credibility, transparency, and global recognition of ECLBS-accredited institutions and programs. The European Council of Leading Business Schools (ECLBS) is a proud member of several internationally recognized quality assurance networks, including INQAAHE (International Network for Quality Assurance Agencies in Higher Education), the IREG Observatory on Academic Ranking and Excellence, and the CHEA International Quality Group (CIQG).

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European Council of Leading Business Schools (ECLBS) was established in 2013 as a professional network connecting business schools across Europe and beyond. In 2023, during a strategic board meeting held at the University of Latvia in Riga, the Council approved the launch of ECLBS Accreditation—a quality assurance label designed for business schools committed to academic excellence and international standards. The meeting was attended by board members from institutions such as the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority (MFHEA), Arab Network for Quality Assurance in Higher Education (ANQAHE), Kosovo Accreditation Agency (KAA), Latvian Chamber of Commerce (ALCC), and the Latvian Honorary Consulate in Morocco, as well as invited guests from the University of Sunderland in London, Vernadsky Taurida National University (TNU), ISB Dubai Academy, and others, including a Latvian legal advisor specializing in higher education. Read More...

ECLBS has signed Bilateral Recognition Agreements with national and international quality assurance bodies, including Malta – Further and Higher Education Authority (MFHEA), United Kingdom – Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA), United States – Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), Switzerland – Foundation for International Business Administration Accreditation (FIBAA), Netherlands – Accreditation Organisation of the Netherlands and Flanders (NVAO), Moldova – National Agency for Quality Assurance in Education and Research (ANACEC), Palau – EDU Intergovernmental Organization (IGO), Kosovo – Accreditation Agency (KAA), Mauritania – Authority for Quality Assurance in Higher Education (AMAQ-ES), Syria – Higher Education Council (HEC), Kyrgyzstan – Public Foundation Independent Accreditation Agency (BSKG), Egypt – Arab Network for Quality Assurance in Higher Education (ANQAHE), Jordan – Arab Organization for Quality Assurance in Education (AROQA), Uzbekistan – Accreditation and Ranking International Agency (ARIA), Bosnia and Herzegovina – Agency for Development of Higher Education and Quality Assurance (HEA), Mexico – Accreditation Committee  (CACEB), among others. Read more...

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