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The International Qualifications Alliance (IQA) was founded in summer 2019 by academics, qualification framework experts and industry professionals from diverse sectors. As a professional association and business school under UBHIU and Sparkle International Group (Holdings) Limited, IQA collaborates with LBEDU to offer VTCT iTEC internationally accredited courses in business, finance, logistics and education. Operating as an independent third-party body, IQA provides course validation, system inspection, quality assurance and institutional auditing services. Its five service pillars encompass student empowerment, system inspection, quality assurance, international course provision and inclusive support, while its four professional domains focus on aesthetics, parenting, psychology and business management. IQA aspires to become a global benchmark in qualification assessment, driving the internationalisation of professional standards and fostering social inclusion.
Key Points at a Glance
- ‧ Founded in 2019, bringing together expertise from higher education and industry leaders
- ‧ Member of UBHIU and Sparkle International Group, upholding third-party independence and integrity
- ‧ Five service pillars: student empowerment, system auditing, quality assurance, international programmes, inclusive support
- ‧ Four professional domains: aesthetics, parenting, psychology, business management
- ‧ Partners with LBEDU to deliver VTCT iTEC internationally accredited business and education courses
- ‧ Ongoing expert seminars and industry exchanges to foster professional growth
- ‧ Mission: To lead the internationalisation of qualification assessment and build an inclusive professional ecosystem
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IQA International Qualifications Alliance
Uniting Industry Elite · Advancing Professional Standards · Creating Inclusive Value
Established in 2019｜Authoritative Qualification Assessment｜International Certification Services｜Four Strategic Directions
IQA International Qualifications Alliance – Uniting Industry Elite
About the Alliance
The IQA International Qualifications Alliance was established in the summer of 2019 by a group of distinguished professionals with outstanding achievements in higher education, qualifications frameworks, and various industry sectors. Bringing together experts from diverse fields, IQA is built upon a robust and comprehensive alliance framework.
Since its inception, IQA has been dedicated to establishing and advancing industry standards, cementing its authority and credibility in the field of professional certification through rigorous qualification assessment services. The Alliance actively pursues international partnerships, striving to transform proven experience and standards into a driving force for social progress and the creation of multidimensional value.
Group Background & Third-Party Services
IQA International Qualifications Alliance is an association under UBHIU Global Beauty & Health Vocational Alliance and LIHLTD Sparkle International Group (Holdings) Co., Ltd. Leveraging the deep expertise of its parent organisations in international education, training, and qualifications frameworks, IQA actively supports learners who have attained qualifications framework accreditation by providing pathways for continuous professional development and self-assessment mechanisms, empowering professionals to stay current with evolving industry demands.
IQA Partners with LBEDU Luster Beauty International Education & Training Academy
IQA also functions as a business school, working in close partnership with LBEDU Luster Beauty International Education to offer internationally accredited programmes in Business, Finance, Logistics, and Education & Training, certified by both Hong Kong IQA and UK VTCT iTEC. These programmes integrate international standards with practical application, opening doors to global professional opportunities for learners.
Furthermore, IQA serves as an independent third-party body, providing educational system and certification system accreditation, quality assurance, and institutional verification services to multiple international certification bodies and schools. This ensures that training programmes, assessment processes, and qualification awards meet the highest standards of objectivity and credibility.
Core Service Areas
Learner Empowerment
IQA serves as a continuing education centre, assisting learners with qualifications framework accreditation in mapping out continuous professional development (CPD) pathways and periodic self-assessment.
System Quality Assurance
Providing third-party integrity and compliance verification for educational systems and certification systems of international accreditation bodies and schools.
Independent Assurance
Delivering independent, transparent quality assurance and verification services to enhance the international recognition of qualifications.
International Course Provision
Offering VTCT iTEC programmes in Education & Training, Business, Finance, Logistics, and other professional disciplines, enabling learners to attain internationally recognised credentials.
Diversity & Inclusion Support
Actively assisting ethnic minorities in pursuing careers in the beauty industry and business administration and commercial qualifications, promoting social diversity and employment equality.
IQA's Five Core Services – Learner Empowerment · System Assurance · Independent Verification · International Courses · Diversity & Inclusion
VTCT Skills (Vocational Training Charitable Trust)
ITEC (International Therapy Examination Council)
Supported by LBEDULuster Beauty International Education & Training Academy, Luster International Holdings Limited and Universal Beauty and Health Industry Union
IQA New Strategic Positioning: Four Professional Directions
In response to diverse social needs and to expand its global vision, IQA has officially extended its service portfolio into the following four domains, establishing a comprehensive professional qualification assessment and education platform:
Aesthetics Direction
- Continuing to deepen international accreditation for beauty, image design, and aesthetics-related programmes
- Facilitating qualifications framework alignment and international mobility for aesthetics professionals
- Integrating VTCT iTEC international standards to cultivate globally competitive aesthetics talent
Parenting Direction (New)
- Collaborating with kindergarten principals, early childhood education experts, and professors to host regular parenting education seminars and professional sharing sessions
- Developing training programmes and qualification certification mechanisms for parenting professionals
- Promoting parent education and family guidance to build a healthy parenting ecosystem
Psychology Direction (New)
- Introducing professional programmes in mental health and emotional management to deepen integrated mind-body-spirit education
- Inviting clinical psychologists and counselling experts to deliver specialised seminars and workshops
- Assisting educational institutions and enterprises in establishing mental health support systems to foster workplace and campus psychological resilience
Business Direction (Established)
- Continuing to offer international programmes in Business, Finance, Logistics, and Management
- Strengthening the integration of business practice and academic theory to cultivate management talent with global perspective
- Promoting cross-border mutual recognition and international alignment of business qualifications
IQA Four Strategic Directions – Aesthetics · Parenting · Psychology · Business
Expert Lecture & Sharing Programme
To bring these new directions to life, IQA will regularly invite experts from various fields to deliver themed lectures and in-depth sharing sessions, including:
Early Childhood Education Experts
Kindergarten principals and early childhood education specialists sharing insights on parenting trends, child development, and innovative educational practices
Psychology Experts
Psychology professors and clinical psychologists analysing contemporary mental health challenges, stress management, and positive psychology applications
Aesthetics & Image Design Experts
Exploring aesthetics education, professional image, and fashion industry development
Business & Management Scholars
Sharing insights on international business trends, leadership, and innovative thinking
Lectures will be delivered both in-person and online simultaneously, open to members, learners, and the general public, fostering knowledge exchange and professional growth.
IQA Expert Lecture Series – Knowledge Exchange · Professional Growth
Our Vision & Mission
Vision
To become a benchmark in international qualification assessment, driving the globalisation and inclusive development of professional standards, and realising a "win-win, shared prosperity" professional community.
Mission
Establish Professional Authority
Through rigorous assessment and certification, establish and uphold the highest industry standards, ensuring the international credibility of qualifications.
Promote Collaboration & Mutual Benefit
Build a high-value exchange platform, encouraging cooperation and innovation among members, sharing resources, and enhancing overall industry competitiveness.
Serve the Community
Provide diverse support to educational institutions at all levels, youth, the elderly, and ethnic minorities, promoting social inclusion and sustainable development.
Drive International Integration
Work closely with local and international partners, particularly in the Belt and Road regions, to export cross-cultural qualification standards and assessment systems, fostering regional professional talent development.
Pursue Innovation & Excellence
Continuously introduce new thinking and technologies, expand collaborative networks, and provide members and society with the most cutting-edge services and exchange opportunities.