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Global Academy of Finance and Management - International Board of Certification Standards Accreditation and Recognition
African Union University - AUU International is duly recognised and accredited by the Global Academy of Finance and Management (GAFM) - International Board of Standards. The International Board of Standards is the world's first ISO 21001 and ISO 29990 Certified Education Body for Graduate Certifications. It was the first in the world to support Department of Education, CHEA, ACBSP and AACSB standards as a path to earning professional certifications and qualifications. It is the Super-National Body that confers the accredited program certifications for these allied certified bodies and the oldest "Full Spectrum" Skills Certification Body in the World with several brands.
Our curriculum is designed to comply with national accreditation standards and the GAFM International Board of Standards which allows for practical training, in addition to the traditional modus operandi. This approach to learning that ensures that the curriculum is relevant and highly practical will make our graduates stand out in the job market and be more resourceful to their organizations with practical knowledge and advanced skills. Our graduates will receive their graduate degrees from AUU and our Partner Universities, and specialized Certifications from the Global Academy of Finance and Management, making them highly employable and resourceful.
The full list of accredited Institutions can be found here: https://www.gafm.com/page/trainingcompanies ... What the GAFM ® Board of Standards accreditation means is that graduates of our postgraduate and undergraduate programmes will receive AUU and GAFM Graduate Certifications in the following key areas:
1. Doctorate Certification using: ISO/IEC 17029 Protocols
2. MBA Certification using: ISO/IEC 17029 Protocols
3. Project Management Certification
4. Financial Analyst Certification
5. Financial Planner Certification
6. Management Consultant
7. Risk Manager Certification
8. Wealth Management Certification
9. e-Commerce Certification
10. Trust and Estates Certification
11. Accounting Charter Certification
12. Economics Charter Certification
13. Business Charter Certification
14. Quality Charter Certification
15. Human Resources Charter Certification
16. Learning and Development
17. Knowledge Management
The GAFM ® Board of Standards or Related Accreditation, Education, and Diplomatic Agreements have been recognized listed, disclosed, or in alliances with the following institutions, governmental organizations or agencies:
1. GAFM is in Alliance with the CHEA Council of Higher Education Quality Group - The GAFM ® Board of Standards is a founding member of the quality assurance standards memorandum of the CHEA International Quality Group. http://www.gafm.org/CHEA.pdf
2. The GAFM has earned ESQ Accreditation along with ISO 21001 Certification for
Educational Organizations. The GAFM AAPM IBS International Board of
Standards is the first certifying body in the world to achieve these
qualifications and certificates of ISO 9001 and ISO 21001.
https://www.iso.org/standard/66266.htmlIBS/GAFM/AAPM International Accreditation Registration
https://www.iafcertsearch.org/certified-entity/8abeb6a4-ce99-550c-8e6f-d191b4f5597e
3. GAFM Certification Board & National Business School Accredited Programs - Over 800 USA Accredited Business schools offer courses, programs and exams that count for GAFM certificatons. [LINK] www.gafm.org/ACBSP.pdfGAFM was the first certification body to hold the : TUV Europe & Italy Accreditation - www.gafm.org/TUV.pdf
4. GAFM Body is ISO 29990 Certified - GAFM/AAPM are ISO Certified for Training. The First USA Certification body to achieve this Accreditation http://www.iso.org/iso/home/news_index/news_archive/news.htm?refid=Ref1384
5. GAFM is ISO 9001 Certified - GAFM IBS Board of Standards is ISO Certified for Quality Standards. http://www.iso.org/iso/catalogue_detail?csnumber=46486
6.
GAFM/AAPM is in alliance with the Society of Professional Engineers Europe. www.gafm.org/spe.pdf SPE Society of Professional Engineers
7. GAFM - Arab League & Academy Recognition - The Arab Academy belonging to the Arab League directly recognizes the Certifications of GAFM and AAPM in a diplomatic agreement. www.gafm.org/AABFS.pdf 2018 - Updated Arab Academy GAFM
8. GAFM Certification Body has dedicated USA Accredited Law School Programs - Wealth Management Certification - ABA Recognized Law School https://web.archive.org/web/20170723225759/http://mastersinlaw.tjsl.edu/masters-in-law/certifications/
9. UAE Accredited - Certifications Registered and accredited through the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) of the UAE.2004 - ACBSP Accreditation Certification Agreement with AAFM International Board of Standards, now GAFM owns the AAFM Programs.
10. EU Accredited through ACCREDIA in Italy by virtue of TUV Accreditation.GAFM has new accord with Les Ingénieurs Professionnels de France - ACCORDS USA GAFM /AAPM /CUFCE et SNIPFUAE - Course recognition and registration via the KDHA UAE - KHDA Permit Number 60768United Nations Civil Society Registered - 691621
11. The GAFM/AAPM International Board of Standards has accreditation from the TUV in Europe TUV Reaccreditation - European Accreditation Not Subject to BREXIT - TUV 2019 Certification Document GAFM in the Past has earned: TUV Europe & Italy Accreditation - www.gafm.org/TUV.pdf .
AAPM Approved Programmes
African Union University's Academic Courses as well as its Professional Courses are accredited by the American Academy of Project Management (AAPM). The AAPM is a worldwide Professional Management organization Sanctioned by the AAPM Certification Board. AAPM has members in over 150 countries approving and endorsing qualified certification training worldwide and offering the AAPM ® exclusive board certification designations to candidates who meet the high standards of graduate education, experience, continuing education, and ethics.
AAPM and its sister organization Global Academy of Finance and Management (GAFM – www.gafm.com) AAPM and GAFM are Accredited by the ECLBS MACCA QAHE and SIS Sanctioned and ISO Certified for Training under 21001 29990 and 29993. AAPM is internationally affiliated with various global regulatory organizations, accreditation bodies, standards bodies and SROs. Our certifications standards are from our global board and standards council with offices in the EU and the USA where we keep the highest international standards for management, planning, engineering, human resources, risk, and project management.
IAOS Accreditation
African Union University is accredited by the IOAS by virtue of its memorandum of affiliation with the IBS. The IOAS
stands for the International Organization for Accreditation Services.
It is a non-profit organization that provides accreditation services to
certification bodies and conformity assessment bodies operating in the
organic agriculture and related sectors. IOAS accreditation is a mark of
credibility and competence for certification bodies that certify
organic products and processes.
IOAS accreditation involves a
thorough assessment of the certification body's competence,
impartiality, and compliance with relevant international standards and
guidelines, such as ISO/IEC 17065 and ISO/IEC 17021. Certification
bodies seeking IOAS accreditation undergo a comprehensive evaluation of
their procedures, staff competency, documentation, and management
systems to ensure they can effectively certify organic products
according to established standards.
Organizations accredited by
IOAS demonstrate their commitment to upholding the integrity and
credibility of organic certification. IOAS-accredited certification
bodies are recognized internationally, providing assurance to
stakeholders, including consumers, producers, traders, and regulatory
authorities, that certified organic products meet stringent quality and
authenticity requirements.
Overall, IOAS accreditation plays a
vital role in maintaining trust and transparency within the organic
industry by verifying the competence and impartiality of certification
bodies involved in certifying organic products.
IAS stands for the International Accreditation Service.
African Union University is accredited by the IAS by virtue of its memorandum of affiliation with the IBS. The IAS
is a non-profit accreditation body that provides accreditation services
to various types of organizations, including testing and calibration
laboratories, inspection bodies, certification bodies, and other
conformity assessment entities.
IAS accreditation involves an
assessment process where the accreditation body evaluates the
competence, impartiality, and consistency of the organization seeking
accreditation. This assessment typically includes an in-depth review of
the organization's management system, technical competence, personnel
qualifications, equipment and facilities, and adherence to relevant
standards, regulations, or guidelines.
Organizations that
achieve IAS accreditation demonstrate their ability to consistently
perform conformity assessment activities to recognized standards,
thereby enhancing their credibility and competence in the eyes of
customers, regulators, and other stakeholders. IAS accreditation also
facilitates market access by providing assurance that the accredited
organization meets internationally accepted criteria for quality and
reliability.
IAS accreditation covers a wide range of sectors
and industries, including construction materials testing, environmental
testing, product certification, management system certification (such as
ISO 9001 or ISO 14001), and many others. By obtaining IAS
accreditation, organizations can distinguish themselves as trusted
providers of conformity assessment services, contributing to confidence
in the products, services, and systems they assess.
Academic Affiliation and Partnership Between UCCSAT University and AUU International
African Union University - AUU International is affiliated with Upper City Covenant Seminary and Theological Bible College (UCCSAT) University .
UCCSAT University is a legally registered Company in Uganda and Regionally Accredited and International in UK and USA which is higher from National Council’s of Higher education. UCCSAT University is classified and recognised under Regional and International Status of higher education of commonwealth.
UCCSAT University is Chartered with Chartered institute of Education Practitioners United Kingdom (CIEPUK) also accredited with CIEPUK and also a member with Affiliate and accredited status with World Institutions of Theological and Secular Education (WITSEA) Agency a member with fifty academic fraternity of higher education international’s that are highly recognised worldwide from fifty to date.
UCCSAT University is a member of International Association for Quality Assurance in Higher Education USA through WITSEA. UCCSAT University is also accredited with International Association of Biblical and Seminaries Association UK.
UCCSAT University is Affiliated with Ballsbridge University South Africa an International University with multiple branches worldwide in USA and Africa continent approved by States, and also a member with Oxford University, UCCSAT University is in partnership with Harvard University, Cambridge University, Ohio University and Alberta University in Memorundum of Understanding.
UCCSAT University is a higher learning institution with over 49 Faculties and Colleges in both Theological Faculties and Secular giving Awards and credentials recognised both home and Worldwide since 2006 of its service from School of ministry, Bible College to a University to date from Certificates to Doctorate Degree.
UCCSAT has higher learning Lecturers and Professors with International lectureship licence and visiting Professors with their own legalised Colleges and Universities worldwide. UCCSAT is 89% an international online.
Academic Partnership between Daaru Salaam University and AUU International
This Certificate of Collaboration between Daaru Salaam University and African Union University, International - AUU International was designed to foster a legally binding partnership through cooperation in teaching and research in the development and delivery of joint postgraduate courses.
Daaru Salaam University and AUU International will engage in collaborative faculty development programmes aimed at enhancing teaching methodologies, research skills, and academic leadership to enrich their expertise and contribute to the advancement of higher education, including Visiting Professorship programmes or Visiting Fellowship programmes; Provided that the cost of such faculty development programmes will be borne by both Parties to the extent of their contribution.
Daaru Salaam University and AUU International will organize
joint conferences, workshops, and seminars that bring together scholars,
researchers, and industry experts from both institutions for knowledge dissemination,
networking, and collaboration.
Rudolph Kwanue University Affiliation
African Union University - AUU International is affiliated with Rudolph Kwanue University. Rudolph Kwanue University is based in Liberia and accredited by the country's National Commission on Higher Education (NCHE).
Campus Affiliation with Sierra Hope Medical and Fertility Center, University of Sierra Leone
African Union University - AUU International is affiliated with Sierra Hope Medical and Fertility Center, University of Sierra Leone for its campuses. The affiliation ensures that our Students can conduct their practicals at Sierra Hope Medical and Fertility Center under University of Sierra Leone
Campus Affiliation with Mayo College of Medical Laboratory and Technology
African Union University - AUU International is affiliated with Mayo College of Medical Laboratory and Technology for its campuses in Sierra Leone.
ISO 21001 Certified - Accreditation
ISO
21001 is a standard tailored specifically for educational
organizations, focusing on their management systems for educational
services. It outlines requirements for educational institutions to
establish, implement, maintain, and continually improve their management
systems, ensuring they meet the needs and expectations of learners and
other stakeholders. The accreditation associated with this certification
adds another layer of assurance regarding the organization's adherence
to these standards. Accreditation confirms that the educational
institution has undergone a comprehensive evaluation process and has
demonstrated compliance with the ISO 21001 requirements, reinforcing its
commitment to quality education delivery.
ISO 9001 Certified
ISO 9001 is one of the most widely recognized quality management standards globally, applicable to organizations across various industries and sectors. It sets out criteria for a quality management system (QMS), emphasizing the importance of meeting customer requirements, continual improvement, and adherence to statutory and regulatory requirements. The certification indicates that an organization has implemented an effective QMS to consistently provide products and services that meet customer needs. The sanction associated with ISO 9001 certification signifies official approval or authorization, further validating the organization's compliance with quality management principles. This certification is instrumental in enhancing customer confidence, improving operational efficiency, and facilitating access to new markets for the organization.
ISO 29993 Certified - Learning Services Provider
ISO 29993 is a certification that pertains to the quality management of learning services outside formal education. It ensures that organizations providing such services meet specific criteria for effectiveness and efficiency in their educational offerings. The International Accreditation Organization Services (IAOS) accreditation further enhances the credibility and recognition of this certification. It signifies that the organization has been evaluated according to rigorous standards set forth by the IAOS, guaranteeing the quality and reliability of its learning services. This certification is particularly valuable for institutions and organizations offering non-formal education, such as training centers, vocational institutes, and continuing education providers.