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Benchmarking Quality Standards
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Accreditation is a formal
recognition of competenceto perform specific tasks. It
provides means for
identifying conformance tointernationally recognized
standards. This is called
benchmarking quality in the21st century.
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MISSION OF IAO“The mission of IAO is to establish, preserve and promote the
finest quality standards worldwide by acting as a catalyst for
information, training and networking to educational institutes,
professionals, students & corporations.”
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
About IAO
An Overview
Need for International Accreditation
IAO’s International Accreditation
IAO’s Points Profile
Pofile
Foundation Philosophy
Global Chapters
Evaluation Commission
Strategic Alliances
Memberships
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Accreditation for Institutions
Accreditation for Universities
Accreditation for Schools
Accreditation for Professionals
Accreditation for Qualifications
Accreditation for Corporations
IAO’s Oerings
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Points Profile System
Organizational Management
Academic Management
Institutional Performance
Accreditation Process
Orientation
Application Forms
Candidacy Status
Full Accreditation
IAO’s Accreditation Metrics and Process
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Benchmarking InternationalAccreditation Standards Globally
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IAO is an international quality assurance agency, working to improve
operating standards of organizations all over the world. With its global
network of experts, IAO grants accreditation to Educational Institutions,
Corporations, Professionals and Qualified Individuals.
AN OVERVIEW
Need For
International Accreditation Accreditation and quality assurance are essential
factors that complete the organizational/institutional
network. Regional accreditation bodies have dutifully
evaluated organizations on a regional scale and granted
them Primary Accreditation. However, the rapid growth
of globalization calls for a global entity which can
evaluate organizations against internationally proven
standards of quality and grant an internationally
recognized Secondary Accreditation to an enterprise.
IAO has been working with a diverse team of experts
from different walks of life to create standards that are
both regionally and internationally recognized and
accepted.
IAO provides international accreditation to the
organizations to serve as secondary accreditation,
enhance the entity's regional accreditation and assure
the stakeholders that programs, policies and
procedures of the organization are on a par with
international standards. IAO's International
Accreditation represents an education institution’s
commitment to providing a quality education and an
enabling, learning-oriented environment to students.
IAO’s
International AccreditationConsumers of today need assurance about their
choices; whether it is a student selecting a university,
an organization deciding to enter into a business
agreement with another, or individuals looking for
professional development opportunities. At IAO we
seek to promote high standards of quality in
organizational practices through an ongoing process
of accreditation.
IAO provides accreditation to the following globally:
Universities
Institutes
Schools
Corporations
Professionals
Students
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IAO provides international accreditation to the organizations to serve as
secondary accreditation, enhance the entity's regional accreditation and
assures stakeholders that the program, policies and procedures of the
organization are up to the international standards of quality. IAO'sInternational Accreditation represents an entity's commitment to delivering
quality which is on a par with the global standards.
IAO's Points Profile System
IAO grants international accreditation through a uniqueand patented Points Profile System that is developed
by organizing the best global organizational practices in
one place in collaboration with regional accreditation
bodies. IAO's Point Profile System works as general
basis of evaluation for any organization/individual
regardless of their origin to supplement their regional
accreditation and provide an additional international
accreditation. The Points Profile System is a dynamic
and evolving system that is continually updated in order
to cater new developments in the academic and
professional quarters.
Profile
IAO owes its success to its strong network of experts and accreditation professionals serving in
over 180 countries. IAO has also collaborated with
regional accreditation bodies to supplement their
strict accreditation methods. IAO is an expert in
standardizing organizational practices internationally
and accrediting organizations and individuals from
academic and professional sectors. IAO's first-rate
services are also recognized by different global
accreditation associations.
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IAO conducts organizational assessments and
evaluations based on a unique Points Profile System that
focuses on improving the quality standards by providing
specific recommendations.
Foundation Philosophy
www.iao.org
Before IAO was formed, there was no true global
accreditation body to accredit academic & business
service providers and students & professionals despite
substantial expansion in these sectors in recent years.
GESFWA (Global Education Support Forum for Working
Adults) took the initiative and formed IAO to promote
the educational standards for students & institutions
worldwide. IAO was created with the aim of expanding
GESFWA’s outreach by providing required systems and
solutions so that more and more institutions, schools,
professionals and students endorse quality educational
standards.
Recently, IAO has also started to accredit corporationswith the aim of promoting reputable interests and
corporate objectives. It ensures an adequate level of
structural integrity and quality of product and/or service.
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IAO’s accreditation approach isfocused on improving organizationalstandards by providing specificrecommendations based on a uniquePoints Profile System. The approachdifferentiates itself from other Quality
Assurance Practices based on:
Borderless approach through globalrepresentatives
Points score instead of Pass/Fail
Full recommendation report to furtherimprove Quailty standards
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IAO has presence in more than 180 countries to accomplish its
mission of standardizing and promoting organizational quality
assurance standards worldwide.
IAO’s chapters aim to establish and strengthen quality standards
in academic and corporate sectors in different regions across the
globe. IAO has native experts in its team who are well aware of
the dynamics of the regional practices and possess the
necessary expertise and knowledge to enhance the existing
organizational quality assurance standards.
The chapters are also responsible for organizing seminars,
workshops and events that facilitate IAO in serving organizations
and other stakeholders in a specific region.
Following are a few regions where our chapters are located:
Global Chapters
www.iao.org
IAO holds presence in more than 180 countries
Jordan
LebanonSyria
Germany
Italy
EgyptDubai
Saudia Arabia
Oman India
Singapore
Malaysia
Philippines
North America
South America
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Dr. Somaratne is a highly
distinguished member of IAO.
He has vast experience in
community development and currently serves
as Additional Project Director (ProgrammeManagement) Community Development and
Livelihood Improvement Project, Gemidiriya,
Sri Lanka. He is a noted public speaker who
has delivered lectures and presentations on
agricultural economy when he was working as
Advocacy and Programme Policy Manager at
Oxfam Australia. He has also published books
on contract farming potential and problems in
Sri Lankan agriculture.
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For each international chapter, IAO inducts native educational and
accreditation experts in the team who are well aware of the dynamics of
their country's academic and corporate sectors and possess the
necessary expertise and knowledge to serve their people.
EVALUATION COMMISSION
Dr W.G.Somaratne
Dr. Ameer Ali is a distinguished
member of IAO. He serves as
Chairperson and Assistant professor
in the Department of Computer Science and
Engineering (CSE), East West University. He is
valuable to the Organization for his extensive
teaching experience and in-depth research in the
field of Information Technology.
Dr. Ameer Ali
Dr.Gerges’s valuable work experience has made h
one of the most reliable and treasured IAO membe
A civil engineer by profession, his valuable
experience in water resources and environmental engineering has
helped him attain managerial positions at Dar Al Handshah Shair
and Partners, Parsons International Limited and Beiswenger Hoch
and Associates. He is also teaching water resources engineering
and project management courses at the University of Balamand a
at the Lebanese American University.
Najib Nicolas Gerges
Dr. Dika has
obtained Ph.Din Internationa
Relations and is serving as a
professor in the Agricultural
University of Tirana. She also
has exceptional language ski
and brings value to IAO throu
her worldwide network of pe
working to enhance the quali
of education.
Dr. Ines Di
Brent M. Tabor is
a financial expert
and possesses rich experience
in the fields of accounting and
finance. Currently pursuing a
PhD at North Central University,
AZ, Brent M. Tabor has added
immense value to the cause of
IAO.
Brent M.Tabor
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EVALUATION COMMISSION
Dr. Friedrich Schneider is a
Professor of Economics at
Johannes Kepler University of
Linz, Austria. He obtained his PhD in Economics
from the University of Konstanz and has since
held numerous visiting and honorary positions at
a number of universities. He was Dean of Social
Science and Economics and Vice President of
Foreign Affairs at Johannes Kepler University of
Linz and President of the Austrian Economic
Association. He has also been consultant to
numerous organizations including the Brussels EU
Commission. He has published extensively in
various economic journals. He brings value to IAO
through his extensive worldwide experience in
education and research.
Dr. Friedrich Schneider
Mrs. Ambili
Puthusseri has
obtained her
Master’s degree in computer
application and has also
completed many certification
programs that have
sharpened her technical
skills. She is a verypassionate and hardworking
individual of IAO.
Ambili P.K
Xiaofeng Hu has obtained his Ph.D degree from
Shanghai Jiao Tong University and his research intereslies in simulation, planning, scheduling and manageme
of manufacturing systems (including assembly lines, project shops,
hybrid flowshops, re-entrant manufacturing lines and hospitals). He
has conducted various research projects and published numerous
papers. Currently, he serves as a lecturer in the Computer Integrated
Manufacturing Research Institute, Shanghai Jiao Tong University. He
was also granted SMC Excellent Young Faculty Award in 2009 and
Outstanding Supervisor of Undergraduate in 2010 by Shanghai Jiao
Tong University.
Xiaofeng Hu
Marta is a
consultancy and
training enthusiast
with a master's degree in
Archaeology. She has been an
academic achiever and has won a
six-month scholarship with the
University of Tuscia. She has also
worked with world-renownedprofessors and industry
professionals at different training
programs and seminars.
Marta Zugaro
Dr. Mohammed Aldasht
brings value to the IAO
through his interests in parallel
computing, evolutionary computing,
optimization and prediction problems in
high performance computing. He has
also published various works in the field
of computer sciences and has alsoconducted a research project in
Intelligent Algorithms for Prediction and
Optimization in Heterogeneous Clusters
at the Palestine University. He has
obtained his Ph. D. from the University
of Granada and now serves as the Dean
for College of Admin. Sciences and
Informatics in Palestine Polytechnic
University.
Dr. Mohammed
Aldasht
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IAO has collaborated with distinguished regional accreditation bodies to supplement their strict accreditation methods
using its Points Profile System, supported by the latest technology to establish, preserve and promote the finest
quality assurance standards worldwide.
IAO collaborates with different Quality Assurance agencies to formulate plans for improving the operational standards
in organizations and to help them discover their competitive potential among regional and international peers. The
objective of this exercise is to enhance operating standards to international levels.
Currently, the following associations are partners with IAO:
STRATEGIC ALLIANCES
In pursuit of its mission to increase the global quality
standards for academic and business corporations
and individuals, IAO has formed associations with
international bodies that work towards enhancing
such standards worldwide.
MEMBERSHIPS
GESFWAGlobal Education Support Forum
for Working Adults
International EducationAccreditation Commission
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Setting International Quality Standardsfor Universities, Institutes, SchoolsCorporations, Professionalsand Students Worldwide
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Traditional and distance learning career colleges and
institutions imparting job oriented and professional
training to students can gain accreditation through IAO.
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Accreditation
for Institutes
IAO accredits universities providing education by means
of either e-learning/distance learning or on-campus
study programs.
Accreditation
for Universities
International accreditation is offer to elementary/primary
and secondary schools all over the world that fulfill theirstudent's learning& development needs.
Accreditationfor Schools
IAO also accredits professionals who serve in various
fields and industries worldwide and may have even
completed recognized programs of field specific
training.
Accreditation
for Professionals
International accreditation for students is specificallydesigned for students who have earned or are earning
qualifications in various specializations and fields of
study worldwide.
Accreditation
for Students
Corporations employing the highest standards of quality
assurance in business management & performance in
various markets worldwide, can earn International
accreditation from IAO.
Accreditation
for Corporations
IAO is an entity entrusted with the responsibility of providing quality
assurance to educational institutions, business corporations, professionals
and qualified individuals.
IAO's international accreditation can be broadly categorized as follows:
IAO ACCREDITATION SERVICES
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Ensuring Highest QualityStandards through our UniquePoints Profile System
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IAO’s accreditation is conferred by rigorously evaluating all applicants
against the unique patented evaluation process, known as Points Profile
System, based on the best global practices in education and organizations.
IAO ACCREDITATION METRICS
Points Profile System
As per the Points Profile system, certain points are assigned to every answer submitted in the application form,which are then rated to calculate a final score for each category. A visit of IAO’s Evaluation Commission is also
conducted for a physical evaluation of the organization. These scores are put together to form a matrix that
measures the quality of the applicant from different angles. This Points Profile System is intelligently designed to
detect strengths and weaknesses against the international standards. The final matrix gives the overall picture of
the applicant's quality and standards and also makes recommendations to improve performance in different areas.
* Students and professionals are not accredited on the abovementioned metrics and the on-site visit also does not apply to
them. Rather they are evaluated on factors such as their academic profile, experience, etc.
Organizational Management
deals with factors pertaining
to the organization’s overall
management. These factors
include the organizational
structure, time of existence of
the institution, existence of a
defined vision, ethical
practices, research &
scholarships, marketing, etc.
Organizational
Management The academic / business
management of an
institute/organization is
calculated based on factors
such as the quality and
relevance of the curriculum,
admission policies, flexible
hours, faculty,employes, HR
Policies, financial
management etc.
Academic/Business
ManagementIAO calculates organization’s
performance based on the
progress of the employers,
alumni, standard certifications
of the instituition/business,
and the number of
accreditations possessed by
the organization.
Institutional/Business
Performance
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The steps to our accreditation process are described below. These steps
are a guide to learning more about IAO’s accreditation.
ACCREDITATION PROCESS
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Step 1Signup to provide your basic detailsat IAO & start your accreditation
process
Fill in your accreditation
application online, offline
or through consultant
Step 2
Step 3Provide documents to
validate the information
you submitted earlier in
your application
Step 4Candidacy status makes your
institute eligible for Full Accreditation.
You will receive a preliminary Points
Profile Score, a Letter your institute will
be listed among other candidate
institutes on IAO’s website
Step 5IAO commission members
will visit your institute
to validate the documents
& information you submitted
earlier in the application
Step 6 After visit, your institute
will be eligible for Full
Accreditation along
with final Points
Profile Score,
certificate, seal &
more benefits
Step 7IAO’s consultant will work regularly in improving your
Points Profile Score through
recommendations
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Step 1: (Now)
Signup
The first step is to signup with IAO and provide yourbasic information. This includes your personal profile
and organizational information.
Step 2: (2-3 Days)
Application Form
Organizations/Individuals are required to submit their
details through the application form available on IAO’s
website. The form covers details like the Organization’s
mission, and information about faculty/ employees, etc.
For individuals, the forms require details such as their
educational and work experiences, any awards and
recognitions, etc. This is reflective of the strengths and
weaknesses of the institution/school/corporation/
individuals as per accreditation standards. The form
can either be completed online through your account
area, downloaded to be filled later or you can ask for a
consultant’s assistance to complete your form.
Step 3: (1-2 Days)
Validation Documents The Organization/Individual is also required to submit
certain documents for IAO to validate the information
filled in the accreditation application forms.
Step 4: (1 Day)
Candidacy
On the basis of all the submitted documentary
evidence through the detailed form and validationdocuments, the organization/individual is
evaluated for candidacy based on IAO’s unique
patented profiling system.
If annouced eligible for candidacy, the IAO will
award an organization/individual with a Candidacy
letter, provide preliminary points profile and
provide them an opportunity to be listed on IAO’s
website among other candidates Institutes of IAO.
Step 5: (1-10 Days)
Visit
The last step to gain full accreditation is the visit of IAO’s representative to the applicant
Institution/School/University or office on a mutually
agreed date. The IAO will evaluate nstitutional
system for full accreditation through physical
location and/or online provision system, through
student/employee involvement and through the
IAO's proprietary variable.
Step 6: (Before 30th Day)
Full Accreditation
Step 7: (Life Long)
Continuous Improvement
Full accreditation will be awarded and the final
points profile will be granted to the applicant
educational institution/corporation based on IAO’s
evaluator(s’) visit and assessment. Once the
education institute receives full accreditation, they
can communicate the status on their website and
can also use it for reference in official documents
and files. Also, the printed certificate with IAO’s
official seal will be shipped to the provided official
address Additionally and most importantly, they
will receive final points profile score highlighting the
strengths and weaknesses of the institute.
Once fully accredited your journey with IAO won’t
end here. Our members will be working with you
on a regular basis as to how you can improve the
standards of your organization/institute through
our continuous improvement process.
ACCREDITATION PROCESS
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Contact IAO
Contact Oce:IAO, 10685-BHazelhurst Dr. #11524Houston, TX 77043, USA
Phone: 1-866-2768-IAO (426)
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://iao.org
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