IBQA-USA institutional quality assessment is designed to evaluate whether an organisation has suitable governance, resources, delivery systems, assessment controls and learner-protection measures for its declared scope.
Scope of review
The review is proportional to the organisation, programmes and delivery model. The final decision identifies the approved scope, validity period and any conditions.
- Legal identity, governance and organisational accountability
- Programme design, delivery planning and faculty competence
- Assessment integrity, records and certification controls
- Learner information, complaints and protection measures
- Internal quality assurance and continual improvement
Typical evidence
Applicants are asked only for evidence relevant to their proposed scope.
- Registration or incorporation documents
- Organisation chart and governance policies
- Programme specifications and sample learning material
- Faculty profiles and delivery records
- Assessment, complaints and quality-assurance policies
Decision and monitoring
An outcome may be approved, approved with conditions, deferred for additional evidence or declined. Approved institutions must maintain the stated standards and report material changes.
What this service supports
Independent assurance
A documented external review against published quality criteria.
Defined recognition
An approved scope and status that can be checked publicly.
Improvement pathway
Findings help institutions strengthen systems and evidence.