QAHE Article Cited in Peer‑Reviewed Study by Christian Beighton
The International Association for Quality Assurance in Pre‑Tertiary & Higher Education (QAHE) is pleased to announce that its publication, QAHE, 2024. “The Case for Multiple Accreditations in Higher Education”, has been formally cited in a peer‑reviewed academic article authored by Christian Beighton. The citation appears in the Taylor & Francis journal Quality in Higher Education, accessible via DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/19415257.2025.2542202
QAHE’s article—available at: https://www.qahe.org.uk/the-case-for-multiple-accreditations-in-higher-education/ and accessed on 18 June 2024—examines the strategic rationale behind institutions pursuing multiple accreditations as a means of strengthening credibility, enhancing international recognition, and demonstrating sustained commitment to quality assurance. The publication has become an influential reference for institutions navigating today’s increasingly complex global accreditation landscape.
In his article, “Circular logic? Analysing the professional standards framework for higher education,” Christian Beighton explores the dynamics, assumptions, and structural challenges embedded within professional standards frameworks. His decision to cite QAHE’s work highlights the relevance of QAHE’s research to broader scholarly discussions on quality assurance, institutional benchmarking, and the evolving expectations placed on higher education providers.
This citation reinforces QAHE’s growing role as a contributor to global academic discourse and underscores the impact of its publications within the international higher education community. QAHE remains committed to advancing best practices, supporting institutional development, and promoting excellence across the education and training sectors.
