GESA is the leading accreditation authority in the Middle East, committed to advancing educational quality and fostering institutional excellence.
To promote and assure the quality of education in the Middle East through rigorous and fair accreditation processes that meet international standards. We are committed to:
To be recognized globally as the premier accreditation authority in the Middle East, setting benchmarks for educational excellence and quality assurance. We envision:
Our leadership team brings decades of experience in education, accreditation, and quality assurance
Chairman
Former Minister of Education with 30+ years of experience in educational policy and reform.
Chief Executive Officer
International education expert specializing in accreditation standards and quality assurance frameworks.
Director of Accreditation
Renowned academic with extensive experience in institutional evaluation and educational assessment.
Our advisory board comprises distinguished educators, industry leaders, and accreditation experts
Senior academics from leading universities across the Middle East providing strategic guidance on accreditation standards and educational quality.
Business and industry leaders ensuring our accreditation standards align with employment market needs and professional requirements.
Global accreditation experts ensuring GESA standards meet and exceed international benchmarks for quality assurance.
Independent committee overseeing ethical practices, conflicts of interest, and adherence to governance principles.
A comprehensive, transparent, and evidence-based approach to quality assurance
Institutions conduct comprehensive self-evaluation using our detailed criteria.
Expert review of institutional documentation and evidence of quality standards.
On-site evaluation by trained assessors to verify institutional claims.
Independent committee makes final accreditation determination.
We maintain the highest ethical standards in all our accreditation processes and decisions.
Clear criteria, open processes, and accessible information for all stakeholders.
Fair and impartial evaluation based on evidence and established criteria.
We support institutions in their journey toward ongoing quality enhancement.
Working in partnership with institutions, regulators, and international bodies.
Embracing new educational models and quality assurance practices.
GESA maintains strong partnerships with leading international accreditation bodies and educational organizations
GESA accreditation is a comprehensive quality assurance process that evaluates educational institutions against rigorous standards to ensure they provide quality education.
The typical accreditation process takes 12-18 months from initial application to final decision, depending on the institution type and readiness.
Yes, GESA is recognized by major international accreditation bodies and maintains partnerships with leading quality assurance organizations worldwide.
Fees vary based on institution size and type. Please contact us for a detailed fee structure or visit our accreditation page for more information.