NSU Achieves Prestigious “Committed to Excellence” Recognition from ISATCOVE
National Skills University Islamabad (NSU) has earned candidacy for the esteemed “Committed to Excellence” certificate and badge from the International Self-Assessment Tool for Centres of Vocational Excellence (ISATCOVE).
This prestigious accolade, endorsed by the European Commission and managed by the European Training Foundation (ETF), places NSU among a select group of global institutions dedicated to achieving world-class standards in vocational education.
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In a congratulatory letter addressed to NSU Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Mohammad Mukhtar, the university was commended for successfully completing the ISATCOVE self-assessment process. The letter highlighted NSU’s commitment to advancing vocational excellence, stating:
“The Committed to Excellence certificate and badge will recognize your school’s effort in actively engaging in ISATCOVE self-assessment to enhance your level of vocational excellence. This recognition is designed to encourage a culture of continuous improvement, helping institutions identify areas that need development and take meaningful steps toward achieving excellence in vocational education.”
Launched in 2023, ISATCOVE aims to raise global standards in vocational education and training (VET). By 2024-25, the initiative expanded to include select VET providers, offering a comprehensive framework that includes training, guidance, mentoring, and support for planning, execution, results analysis, and actionable improvement strategies.
Vice Chancellor Dr. Mukhtar expressed his gratitude to the NSU faculty, particularly Prof. Dr. Ishtiaq Ahmad and Ms. Spogmai Shahab, as well as the entire team, for their dedicated efforts over the past six months. “This milestone highlights NSU’s unwavering commitment to fostering excellence in technical and vocational education. It is not just a recognition but an encouragement to continue setting global benchmarks,” Dr. Mukhtar stated.
The recognition under ISATCOVE aligns with NSU’s ongoing efforts to strengthen international collaborations. As a member of the UNESCO-UNEVOC International Centre for Technical and Vocational Education and Training, NSU actively promotes innovation, shares best practices, and enhances global networks in vocational education.
