Professional Development in Quality Assurance

An Exploration of the Competency Frameworks for External Quality Assurance Practitioners

This paper explores the quality assurance professional competency frameworks developed by quality assurance networks, agencies and scholars. The study begins by highlighting the concepts related to the external quality assurance profession and external quality assurance practitioners. The paper then reviews professional competencies essential for external quality assurance practitioners, followed by an analysis of current quality assurance professional competency frameworks. Lastly, the study provides discussion and recommendations. The results of this research are expected to clarify the core professional competencies needed for staff working in external quality assurance agencies.