QAHE Signs MOU for Reciprocal Recognition and Collaboration with APEX SDG Skill Training and Accreditation Services

Nov 08, 2023


The International Association for Quality Assurance in Pre-Tertiary and Higher Education (QAHE) is pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with APEX SDG Skill Training and Accreditation Services. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in the advancement of quality assurance and sustainable development goals (SDGs) in education and industry. APEX SDG is a non-profit global membership organization dedicated to the promotion, facilitation, and implementation of SDGs, advancing standards and recognitions for industries, corporates, educational institutes, and professionals worldwide. Their APEX SDG Education Network and APEX SDG Corporate Network bring together educators, businesses, non-profit organizations, and public-sector organizations to share knowledge and best practices that accelerate innovation in the education and corporate sectors.

Under the MOU, QAHE and APEX SDG will engage in reciprocal recognition and collaboration initiatives, aiming to enhance quality assurance mechanisms, promote sustainability, and foster skill development across the globe. The key areas of collaboration include:

1. Reciprocal Recognition: The parties will explore opportunities to establish a framework for mutual recognition of accreditation standards, fostering international collaboration and trust.
2. Knowledge Sharing: QAHE and APEX SDG will facilitate the exchange of information, research findings, and publications related to quality assurance, sustainable development, and skill development in education and industry.
3. Capacity Building: Both organizations will collaborate on initiatives to enhance the capacity of educational institutions, businesses, and professionals in implementing quality assurance practices, promoting sustainability, and fostering skill empowerment.
4. Joint Initiatives: QAHE and APEX SDG will jointly develop and implement programs, projects, and activities aimed at promoting quality, research, health, wellness, and sustainability in educational institutions and organizations.

This partnership between QAHE and APEX SDG represents a significant step forward in promoting excellence in education, industry, and sustainable development worldwide. By leveraging their expertise and networks, the organizations aim to contribute to the creation of a skilled nation and a better future for generations to come.

About QAHE:
The International Association for Quality Assurance in Pre-Tertiary and Higher Education (QAHE) is an internationally recognized accrediting agency focused on quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education institutions. QAHE works to promote best practices, research, and mutual recognition of accreditation standards, contributing to the advancement of quality assurance in education.

About APEX SDG Skill Training and Accreditation Services:
APEX SDG Skill Training and Accreditation Services is a non-profit global membership organization dedicated to promoting, facilitating, and implementing Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through skill training and accreditation services. Their networks bring together educators, businesses, and non-profit organizations to accelerate innovation and create sustainable impact in the education and corporate sectors.