IQAC

Internal Quality Assurance Cell

Manmohan Memorial Institute of Health Sciences

Soalteemode, Kathmandu, Nepal

About IQAC

Introduction

The Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of Manmohan Memorial Institute of Health Sciences (MMIHS) was established in 2075 as a central mechanism to monitor, maintain, and enhance the quality of education, research, and institutional governance. In line with national regulatory frameworks and international quality benchmarks, the IQAC ensures that all academic and administrative processes are driven by a commitment to excellence, accountability, and continual improvement.

Recognizing the vital role that quality plays in shaping competent health professionals, MMIHS is dedicated to fostering a robust quality assurance system that supports innovation, responsiveness, and relevance in health sciences education and services.

Vision

To be a center of excellence in health sciences education and research, committed to delivering globally competitive and socially responsible healthcare professionals through a culture of quality and continuous improvement.

Mission

• To develop and implement internal systems that upholds academic integrity and operational efficiency.
• To promote a culture of evidence-based decision-making and transparency.
• To enhance stakeholder satisfaction through inclusive and responsive institutional practices.
• To integrate national standards and global best practices in quality assurance.
• To support accreditation, collaboration, and capacity-building initiatives.

Goals of IQAC

1. Quality Enhancement: Foster continuous improvement in teaching-learning, research, and student support services.

2. Academic Excellence: Promote effective curriculum design, delivery, and assessment aligned with global health science standards.

3. Capacity Building: Enhance the skills and competencies of faculty, staff, and students through training and development programs.

4. Research Promotion: Encourage a culture of ethical and impactful research and innovation.

5. Stakeholder Engagement: Strengthen feedback systems and involve stakeholders in quality improvement processes.

6. Compliance and Accreditation: Ensure adherence to national regulatory requirements and support accreditation efforts.

7. Sustainable Practices: Promote eco-friendly, inclusive, and socially accountable institutional practices.

Key Responsibilities

IQAC Coordinator Duties

• Organize meetings for quality enhancement
• Supervise academic and administrative quality
• Establish quality-oriented culture
• Review educational quality status periodically
• Offer leadership for shared vision
• Ensure quality in academic activities

Committee Responsibilities

• Implement quality criteria and standards
• Manage quality assurance monitoring
• Conduct seminars and training programs
• Prepare self-study reports
• Document programs and activities
• Conduct academic and governance audits
• Facilitate Professional Ethics implementation

QAA Accreditation

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Official Quality Assurance and Accreditation (QAA) certificate recognizing our commitment to educational excellence and quality standards.

Recognition

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Recognition and achievements in quality assurance and institutional excellence.

Quality Metrics

Accreditation Status Active

Quality Assurance Certified

Accredited Date 26th December 2024

Detailed IQAC Responsibilities

Quality Assurance & Standards

A. Implement criteria, benchmarks, indicators, standards and guidelines determined by regulatory bodies for quality assurance and accreditation
B. Support the University in formulating and implementing additional quality criteria, standards, and action plans
C. Implement all additional indicators and benchmarks for maintaining educational quality

Monitoring & Evaluation

D. Manage and monitor quality assurance to maintain institutional quality
K. Conduct gap analysis regularly and design plans for improvement
M. Conduct overall academic and governmental audits and submit reports to management committee

Capacity Building & Support

E. Supervise seminars, orientations, trainings for professional development
F. Facilitate self-study team and provide necessary support for report preparation
H. Provide technical assistance for expanding local, national and international relations

Documentation & Reporting

G. Document various programs and disseminate information for quality improvement
N. Ensure necessary reports and documents are made public through institutional website
P. Prepare annual reports on educational situation including plans, policies, programs and progress

Strategic Planning

I. Determine necessary policy, strategy, program, budget, and work plans for institutional operations
J. Provide technical support to the management committee
L. Facilitate implementation of Professional Ethics and Code of Conduct