Bosnian and Herzegovinian Higher Education-related Organizations

Government Regulatory Organizations

This uniRank category encompass all federal, national, state, or local government bodies and agencies that are responsible for recognizing, overseeing, regulating and/or funding higher education institutions. Examples of such government regulatory organizations include Ministries of Higher Education, Departments of Higher Education and other similar government bodies with the authority and responsibility to govern the higher education sector. These organizations play a vital role in ensuring the quality and standards of higher education institutions within their respective jurisdictions.

Federalno Ministarstvo Obrazovanja i Nauke, Bosne i Hercegovine
Founded in 2007, the Federal Ministry of Education and Science in Bosnia and Herzegovina (Federalno Ministarstvo Obrazovanja i Nauke, Bosne i Hercegovine) is a government organization responsible for overseeing and regulating the education and science sectors in the country. Its primary role is to… learn more

Ministarstva obrazovanja, nauke, kulture i sporta Tuzlanskog kantona
The Ministarstva obrazovanja, nauke, kulture i sporta Tuzlanskog kantona, also known as the Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sports of Tuzla Canton, is a government ministry in Bosnia and Herzegovina that is responsible for overseeing and regulating the education, science, culture and… learn more

Ministarstvo obrazovanja, nauke, kulture i sporta Unsko-sanskog kantona
Founded in 1997, the Ministarstvo obrazovanja, nauke, kulture i sporta Unsko-sanskog kantona, also known as the Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sports of the Una-Sana Canton, is a government ministry responsible for overseeing and regulating the education, science, culture and sports… learn more

Ministarstvo obrazovanja, znanosti, kulture i športa, Kantona Središnja Bosna
Founded in 2000, the Ministarstvo obrazovanja, znanosti, kulture i športa, Kantona Središnja Bosna, is a government ministry responsible for overseeing and regulating education, science, culture and sports in the Central Bosnia Canton of Bosnia and Herzegovina. The ministry plays a crucial role in… learn more

Ministarstvo prosvjete i kulture Republike Srpske
Founded in 1996, the Ministry of Education and Culture of the Republika Srpska (Ministarstvo prosvjete i kulture Republike Srpske) is a government ministry responsible for overseeing and regulating education and culture in the Republika Srpska entity of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Its main objective is… learn more

Ministarstvo prosvjete, znanosti, kulture i športa Hercegovacko-neretvanske županije
Founded in 1997, the Ministarstvo prosvjete, znanosti, kulture i športa Hercegovacko-neretvanske županije or the Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sports of the Herzegovina-Neretva Canton, is a government ministry responsible for overseeing and regulating the education, science, culture… learn more

Ministarstvo prosvjete, znanosti, kulture i športa Županije Posavske
Founded in 2001, the Ministarstvo prosvjete, znanosti, kulture i športa Županije Posavske or the Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sports of the Posavina Canton, is a government ministry responsible for overseeing and regulating the education, science, culture and sports sectors in the… learn more

Ministarstvo prosvjete, znanosti, kulture i športa Županije zapadnohercegovacke
Founded in 2004, the Ministarstvo prosvjete, znanosti, kulture i športa Županije zapadnohercegovacke or the Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sports of the West Herzegovina Canton, is a government ministry responsible for overseeing and regulating the education, science, culture and sports… learn more

Ministarstvo za obrazovanje, nauku i mlade Kantona Sarajevo
Founded in 2002, the Ministarstvo za obrazovanje, nauku i mlade Kantona Sarajevo or the Ministry of Education, Science and Youth of the Sarajevo Canton, is a government ministry responsible for overseeing and regulating the education system in the Sarajevo Canton of Bosnia and Herzegovina. The… learn more

Ministarstvo za obrazovanje, nauku, kulturu i sport Bosansko-podrinjskog kantona
Founded in 1994, the Ministarstvo za obrazovanje, nauku, kulturu i sport Bosansko-podrinjskog kantona or the Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sports of the Bosnian-Podrinje Canton, is a government ministry responsible for overseeing and regulating education, science, culture and sports in… learn more

Ministarstvo za obrazovanje, nauku, kulturu i sport Zenicko-dobojskog kantona
Founded in 1994, the Ministarstvo za obrazovanje, nauku, kulturu i sport Zenicko-dobojskog kantona or the Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sports of the Zenica-Doboj Canton, is a government ministry in Bosnia and Herzegovina that is responsible for overseeing and regulating the education,… learn more

Odjeljenje za obrazovanje, Brcko distrikta
Odjeljenje za obrazovanje, Brcko distrikta is the department responsible for education in the Brcko district of Bosnia and Herzegovina. The department is responsible for the development and implementation of policies and programs related to education in the district. It also provides support and… learn more

Accreditation and Quality Evaluation Organizations

This uniRank category includes public or private entities responsible for assessing and evaluating the quality, standards and performance of higher education institutions as a whole or their specific programs. Accreditation organizations typically have established criteria and guidelines that institutions must meet to be accredited. These criteria often cover areas such as faculty qualifications, curriculum, student services, infrastructure, governance and educational outcomes. The evaluation process usually involves self-assessment by the institution, peer reviews, site visits and documentation reviews. Accreditation is typically granted for a specific period and institutions must undergo periodic reviews to maintain the accredited status of the institution or its programs. Quality evaluation organizations, also known as quality assurance agencies or quality councils, are also responsible for evaluating and ensuring the quality and standards of educational institutions and programs. Quality evaluation organizations often assess institutions based on factors such as educational outcomes, faculty qualifications, research output, student support services, infrastructure, and compliance with legal and ethical standards. Both accreditation or quality evaluation organizations may operate at the national, regional or international level. The evaluations conducted by these organizations serve multiple purposes. They provide information to prospective students, employers, and other stakeholders about the quality and credibility of institutions or programs. Additionally, the evaluations can help institutions identify areas for improvement and implement quality enhancement measures.
It's worth noting that accreditation and quality evaluation organizations can vary in their structures, methodologies and specific areas of focus. Different countries and regions may have their own accrediting bodies or quality assurance agencies with distinct frameworks and processes for evaluation

Agencija za razvoj visokog obrazovanja i osiguranje kvaliteta Bosne i Hercegovine
The Agencija za razvoj visokog obrazovanja i osiguranje kvaliteta Bosne i Hercegovine (Agency for the Development of Higher Education and Quality Assurance in Bosnia and Herzegovina) is a government agency responsible for the development and improvement of higher education in the country.

The… learn more

Qualifications Authorities

This uniRank category includes government organizations or bodies responsible for setting and maintaining the standards and frameworks for qualifications awarded in a specific country or jurisdiction. These authorities play an important role in ensuring the consistency, quality, and recognition of qualifications within the higher education system.

Qualifications authorities develop and establish frameworks that outline the levels and descriptors of qualifications within a particular education system. These frameworks provide a clear structure for different types of qualifications, including undergraduate degrees, postgraduate degrees, diplomas, certificates, and vocational qualifications.

Additionally, qualifications authorities facilitate the articulation and credit transfer processes, allowing students to transfer between educational institutions or programs while preserving the value and recognition of their previously earned qualifications or credits.

Moreover, qualifications authorities engage in activities related to the international comparability and recognition of qualifications. They may participate in international frameworks, such as the Bologna Process in Europe or global qualification recognition networks, to ensure alignment with international standards and enhance global mobility for students.

It's important to note that qualifications authorities vary from country to country, and as a result, their names, structures, and responsibilities may differ. In some cases, these authorities operate at the national level, while others may have regional or sector-specific variations. Additionally, some qualifications authorities may also possess accreditation or quality assurance powers. Overall, the aim of qualifications authorities is to safeguard the integrity and value of qualifications and promote a cohesive and standardized higher education system.

Centar za informiranje i priznavanje dokumenata iz oblasti visokog obrazovanja
Established in 2007, the Centar za informiranje i priznavanje dokumenata iz oblasti visokog obrazovanja (Centre for Information and Recognition of Qualifications in Higher Education) is the official body responsible for recognition of foreign higher education qualifications in Croatia. It provides… learn more

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