Introduction

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Quality education has remained the cornerstone of Iqra University’s mission. The leadership at IU is dedicated to upholding excellence across all fronts, whether it’s through the provision of cutting-edge infrastructure and amenities for students or the nurturing of intellectual growth.Even predating the establishment of HEC-QAA, Iqra University has proactively implemented initiatives aligned with HEC standards to foster the development of 21st-century human capital. Adhering to HEC guidelines on educational quality, IU established the Quality Enhancement Cell (QEC) on June 19, 2010, with a clear Vision and Mission Statement and set of Objectives. QEC at Iqra University, Chak Shahzad Campus, Islamabad is established on 1st September 2020, following Vision and Mission Statement and Objectives developed by Main campus.

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Vision

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To develop Iqra University as a world-class institution of higher education, by embedding best quality assurance measures. Our aim is to develop & implement strategies that enhance the overall institution’s excellence and reputation meeting the national & international requirements.

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Mission

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To elevate Iqra University’s standards in education and research, we focus on:

• Implementing best practices and quality assurance.

• Training staff for excellence.
  Monitoring and improving continuously.

• Enhancing overall performance across academics, administration, and finances.

• Fostering student-centered learning and inclusive research.

• Nurturing innovation and protecting academic integrity.

• Enhancing teaching through advanced ICT infrastructure.

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Objectives

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The primary goal of the Quality Enhancement Cell (QEC) at Iqra University is to facilitate the implementation of quality assurance procedures and practices, ensuring continuous improvement and enhancement of quality at the institutional level. By establishing a quality-centric approach and processes. QEC is committed to:

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• Establishing quality-centric approaches, processes, and practices to enhance institutional effectiveness.

• Strengthening internal Quality Assurance processes through self-assessment as per HEC criteria.

• Preparing academic and non-academic departments to meet statutory bodies’ criteria and international higher education standards.

• Ensuring academic quality by systematically assessing learning outcomes and aligning them with the university’s vision and mission.

• Developing quality enhancement processes to ensure competitive excellence across all stakeholders.

• Gathering feedback from students, teachers, graduates, and employers at prescribed intervals and implementing necessary measures based on evaluations.

 

Working progressively towards achieving accreditations for all programs from relevant​​​​​​​​​