Management system for educational institutions iso 21001:2018Management system for educational institutions iso 21001:2018Management system for educational institutions iso 21001:2018
The standard ISO 21001:2018 specifies the educational organizations management system requirements (EOMS) when such an organization :
a) must demonstrate its capacity to support the acquisition and development of skills through teaching, learning or research ;
b) aims to improve the satisfaction of learners, other beneficiaries and staff through the effective application of its EOMS, including processes for improving the system and ensuring compliance with the requirements of learners and other beneficiaries.
All the requirements of the standard ISO 21001:2018 are generic and intended to be applicable to any organization that uses a curriculum to support skills development through teaching, learning or research, regardless of the type, size or method of delivery.
L’ISO 21001:2018 can be applied to educational organizations within large organizations whose main activity is not teaching, such as vocational training departments.
L’ISO 21001:2018 does not apply to organizations that only produce or manufacture educational products and are not involved in their dissemination, such as education councils, etc.
Advantages of ISO 21001 certification :
- better alignment of educational mission, vision, goals and action plans
- quality, inclusive and equitable education for all ;
- the promotion of self-learning and lifelong learning opportunities
- more personalized learning and effective response to special educational needs
- Consistent evaluation processes and tools to demonstrate and increase effectiveness and efficiency
- Recognized means for organizations to demonstrate their commitment to education management practices in the most effective manner.
- a model for improvement
- increased credibility of the educational organization
- Harmonization of national standards in an international framework
- broad stakeholder participation
- the stimulation of excellence and innovation