AN EXPLORATION INTO THE QUALITY ASSURANCE PRACTICES OF UNIVERSITIES IN PUNJAB

Abstract

This research study explored the “Quality Assurance practices of universities in Punjab”. The Phenomenology method of Qualitative research approach was used by the researcher to explore the phenomenon under study. The sample for the study including 3 x Directors QEC (2 x from each public and 1x from private university) and similarly 3 x HODs (2 x from each public and 1x from private university) has been selected with Purposive sampling. A self-developed semistructured interview protocol has been used by the inquirer for the qualitative data collection.The collected data have been analyzed while using the hematic analysis. The qualitative results concluded the participants’ responded that there was transparency regarding the quality assurance practices of universities. Furthermore, they have been following the requirements and standards formulated and communicated by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan.