The International Association for Quality Assurance in Pre-Tertiary and Higher Education (QAHE) is pleased to announce that the Institute of Business Excellence (IBE) at Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Malaysia has successfully obtained QAHE accreditation.

As one of the key institutes within UiTM—Malaysia’s largest public university—IBE plays an active and impactful role in supporting professional development, enterprise growth, and industry-relevant research. The institute provides a wide range of services, including consultancy, corporate training, event management, and applied research, with particular strength through its Centre for Clothing Technology and Fashion (CollecTION). In addition, IBE collaborates closely with industries across diverse sectors such as retailing, finance, education, engineering, technology, telecommunications, and government-linked companies.

A Recognition of Quality and Continuous Improvement

The achievement of QAHE accreditation reflects IBE’s strong commitment to maintaining high standards across multiple areas, including:

• Institutional governance
• Academic and professional programme delivery
• Research quality
• Stakeholder engagement

This recognition underscores IBE’s dedication to ongoing improvement and its pursuit of excellence in both business education and enterprise development.

QAHE accreditation also serves as an important international benchmark, designed to recognise institutions that demonstrate robust quality assurance systems and a clear commitment to educational and professional excellence. By attaining this accreditation, IBE joins an expanding global network of institutions that uphold internationally recognised standards in education and training.

Bridging Academia and Industry

In its assessment and recognition, QAHE highlighted the strategic significance of IBE’s work in bridging academia and industry. The institute’s contributions—particularly in applied research and professional capacity building—support not only national development in Malaysia, but also broader regional growth.

Through its focus on industry-relevant initiatives and collaborative engagements, IBE continues to strengthen the link between learning, practice, and real-world impact.

Congratulations and Next Steps

QAHE extends its congratulations to the leadership, faculty, and staff of the Institute of Business Excellence (IBE) for this meaningful milestone. The accreditation marks a significant step forward, and QAHE looks forward to continued collaboration with IBE in advancing quality assurance and excellence in business education and professional development.