1. Accreditation and External Evaluation Process
In order to strengthen the quality of the university’s educational programs and activities, external quality assurance is carried out on a cyclical basis. This process includes the following:
· Accreditation reviews conducted by a group of external experts;
· Preparation and submission of the initial SAR (Self-Assessment Report);
· Adoption of expert reports, recommendations, and decisions.
2. Implementation of Accreditation Results and Recommendations
At the university, the recommendations provided during the accreditation process are implemented based on a clear plan and strategy. This process is organized as follows:
· Responsibility for recommendations – responsible persons or departments are designated for each recommendation, and the implementation deadline is clearly specified;
· Monitoring and control – the process of implementing recommendations is regularly monitored, and changes and improvements are fully reflected in reports;
· Continuous improvement – accreditation recommendations are integrated into the university’s quality management system and serve to continuously enhance the quality of education.
This approach ensures the continuous development of quality assurance and educational programs at the university and creates the opportunity to effectively implement the recommendations of external experts.
3. Cyclical Process and Timeline
At the university, the accreditation process is organized on a cyclical basis, with each cycle typically repeated once every 5 years. This cyclical process includes the following stages:
· SAR update – at the beginning of each cycle, SAR documents related to educational programs and quality assurance are updated;
· Internal monitoring results – the results of recent monitoring and evaluation are incorporated into the SAR documents, and program effectiveness is analyzed;
· Evaluation by external experts – during the accreditation process, external experts verify and assess whether previous recommendations have been implemented, thereby contributing to continuous quality improvement.
This cyclical process ensures a mechanism for continuous monitoring, evaluation, and improvement of education quality at the university.
4. Preparation for External Quality Assurance
At the university, a special internal quality assurance group has been established to ensure thorough preparation for the external quality assurance and accreditation process. This group performs the following tasks:
· Preparation process – systematic collection and organization of documents, evidence, and data required for the accreditation process;
· Training for specialists and managers – regular training sessions on adapting to quality assurance requirements, understanding accreditation procedures, and ensuring effective participation;
· Strengthening the internal quality assurance system – preparing the university’s internal quality control and monitoring processes for external evaluation.
This preparation process serves to develop a culture of quality at the university and to ensure full compliance with accreditation requirements and standards.
Participation of Stakeholders in the External Quality Assurance Process
At the university, external quality assurance and accreditation processes are based on the principles of openness and transparency. In this regard, the following stakeholders actively participate:
· Students, teachers, and employers – they have the opportunity to provide necessary information and express their opinions during the external evaluation process;
· Other stakeholders – industry specialists, partner organizations, and representatives of the public are also involved as participants in the process;
· Enhancing transparency – the active participation of stakeholders contributes to the openness of the university’s activities and the strengthening of quality control.
This approach ensures that the accreditation process is fair and objective and makes a significant contribution to the development of the university’s quality system.
