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Strengthening Accreditation Exams for Foreign Degree Programs

In an effort to safeguard the legitimate rights of students studying abroad and to uphold the integrity of the study abroad market, the Ministry of Education Study Abroad Service Center has initiated an enhanced review process for the accreditation of certain foreign colleges. This comes in response to alarming discrepancies observed in the certification data and a surge in related reports.

The institutions currently under scrutiny include the Paris East Higher Education Group, also known as Groupe HEMA, and the European Business School located in Paris. These institutions have been flagged due to significant abnormalities in their accreditation data.

As a result of this enhanced review, the processing time for relevant certification applications from these institutions will be extended. Students can expect a minimum processing period of 60 working days from the date their application is submitted, reflecting a necessary precaution in light of the recent findings.

The center advises diploma holders from these institutions to maintain open lines of communication with their respective schools so they can stay informed about the status of their accreditation and any potential implications for their academic records.

Furthermore, students currently studying abroad should remain vigilant and pay attention to the announcements made by the center regarding the review process. They are urged to carefully select the institutions and programs listed in these communications.

This proactive measure is part of the center’s ongoing commitment to ensure that students receive quality education abroad and are protected from any potential pitfalls linked to inadequate certification processes.

The Ministry of Education Study Abroad Service Center is dedicated to Transparency and diligence in managing certification standards for foreign academic institutions. As these reviews unfold, further announcements and updates are expected to be released to keep students informed.

The center's actions underscore the need for rigorous oversight in the international education landscape and aim to enhance the credibility of foreign degree programs, ultimately benefiting students and educational institutions alike.

For further inquiries, the Ministry can be contacted through their hotline, and they are situated at Huihuang Times Building in Beijing, ensuring accessibility for students seeking support regarding their study abroad experiences.

This announcement reflects the center's ongoing mission to bolster confidence in overseas education by ensuring that all accredited institutions meet stringent quality criteria, thereby protecting students' educational investments.