Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan

Date: 30th &amp; 31st January 2025
Time: 9:00 AM
Venue: Conference Hall, Central Library, Garden Campus

On January 09, 2025, the Quality Enhancement Cell (QEC) of Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan (AWKUM) organized a successful one-day workshop aimed to train Program Team (PT) members on preparation of Self-Assessment Reports (SAR) for the academic year 2024-25 according to the guidelines set forth in the Higher Education Commission's (HEC) previous SAR manual, and some selected programs based on PREE standards.

In the inauguration of the workshop, the Director of QEC-AWKUM emphasized the pivotal role that the Self-Assessment Report (SAR) plays in ensuring quality assurance across academic programs. He underscored that the SAR is a fundamental tool for evaluating the effectiveness of programs. Recognizing the collective effort required for its successful preparation, the Director urged the Program Team (PT) members to cooperate with the QEC-AWKUM in the timely preparation of the SARs. He stressed the importance of completing the reports as soon as possible to ensure that the university’s programs meet the necessary quality standards and continue to enhance their academic excellence.

The workshop was conducted by Dr. Muhammad Jehangir, Additional Director QEC, University of Malakand. Dr. Jehangir, as a resource person/expert in quality assurance, provided in-depth guidance on the preparation of SARs, which are essential for evaluating the quality of academic programs.

The workshop was a valuable opportunity for AWKUM's PT members to enhance their skills in academic self-assessment, a critical process for continuous improvement. The successful event reflected AWKUM's ongoing commitment to ensuring the quality and integrity of its academic offerings. At the end, certificates were distributed among the participants.