Related to regulations and quality assurance, an accreditation is an official recognition from a partner, agency, or governmental body that a programme, institution or agency meets prescribed quality standards. For instance, being accredited with the ICEF Agency Status (IAS) demonstrates that an agency is a reputable entity that has successfully met ICEF's rigorous global quality standards, showcasing its credibility in international education.
Agent aggregators bring together a large number of education agents (often acting as sub-agents) and educators, with the aim of recruiting as many students as possible. They often provide a centralised online platform for managing partnerships and streamlining processes like screening and coordination.
Alumni are former students of educational institutions who remain part of the institution's network even after completing their studies.
Articulation agreements are formal agreements between two or more educational institutions. These document the transfer of credits and facilitate the seamless transition of students from one educational programme to another, ensuring their academic achievements are recognised.