The Jordanian Higher Education Accreditation Commission has decided to renew the University of Petra's Quality Assurance Certificate for an additional four years. University of Petra was the first Jordanian university to receive this certificate in 2015, followed by several other public and private universities.
The President of the Higher Education Accreditation Commission, Prof. Zhafer Al-Sarayrah, presented the Quality Assurance Certificate to the President of University of Petra, Prof. Rami Abdel-Rahem. Abdel-Rahem stated that the renewal of the Quality Assurance Certificate is an academic distinction for the university. He added, "The Quality Assurance Certificate indicates that the university meets high standards of academic and administrative quality. The continued renewal of this certificate enhances the university's reputation as a distinguished educational institution and reflects the university's best practices across all standards, including strategic planning, governance, academic programs, scientific research, scholarships, innovations, financial and human resources, student services, community service, external relations, and quality assurance management."
Abdel-Rahem also noted, "The success in renewing the Quality Assurance Certificate for another four years also reflects the university's commitment to continuous improvement in academic programs and services, which enhances the quality of education and learning, and strengthens the confidence of students and parents in the university as a reliable educational institution that provides high-level education, fully aligned with the university's vision of being the preferred choice for scholars and learners."
He further added, "Obtaining the Quality Assurance Certificate boosts the university's opportunities for collaboration with international educational institutions and companies, increases the chances of securing external funding and support, and enhances the employability of its graduates in the job market."
The Director of the Quality Assurance Unit, Dr. Ahmad Al-Qasem, stated, "The University's continued receipt of the Quality Assurance Certificate reflects its ability to achieve its strategic goals and sustainable development, which helps to reinforce its academic standing both in Jordan and abroad." He added, "University of Petra was the first Jordanian university to receive this certificate among both public and private universities, giving it a competitive edge and proving its ability to maintain its leading position in higher education."