The Global Advisory Panel of the International Education Board (IEB) provides strategic guidance, expert insight, and sectoral perspective to support the continuous development of IEB’s accreditation frameworks, quality assurance standards, and education policy initiatives.

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The panel reflects IEB’s commitment to global relevance, academic integrity, and responsible accreditation practices across diverse education systems.

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Purpose of the Global Advisory Panel

The Global Advisory Panel supports IEB by:

• Advising on international quality assurance trends

• Contributing to the development and review of accreditation standards

• Providing sector-specific expertise across education domains

• Supporting alignment with global best practices

• Strengthening the credibility and relevance of IEB’s frameworks

The panel plays an advisory role only and does not participate in individual accreditation decisions.

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Composition of the Panel

The Global Advisory Panel may include:

• Senior academic leaders and researchers

• Quality assurance and accreditation experts

• Education policy specialists

• Professional and sectoral experts

• International advisors from diverse regions

Members are selected based on experience, integrity, and contribution to education quality, ensuring balanced international representation.

 

Areas of Expertise

Advisory expertise may span across:

• Higher education and university systems

• School and pre-university education

• Online, distance, and blended learning

• Healthcare, aesthetic, and dental education

• Professional certification and CPD

• Skill development and vocational education

• Education governance and policy

This diversity ensures that IEB standards remain relevant, inclusive, and future-focused.

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Independence & Ethical Safeguards

To maintain integrity and impartiality:

• Advisory Panel members act in a non-executive, non-regulatory capacity

• Members are subject to conflict-of-interest and confidentiality policies

• Advisory input does not influence accreditation outcomes or decisions

• Final authority remains with IEB’s established governance structures

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Engagement & Review

The Global Advisory Panel may be engaged through:

• Periodic consultations

• Framework and policy reviews

• Strategic planning inputs

• International quality dialogue initiatives

Membership is reviewed periodically to ensure continued relevance and diversity.

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Transparency Statement

IEB may publish advisory roles, affiliations, or thematic contributions in accordance with its governance and disclosure policies.

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Commitment Statement

Expert guidance strengthens standards. Independence preserves trust.