Affiliation:
1. Government First Grade College, Belagavi, India
2. D.Y. Patil University (Deemed), Navi Mumbai, India
Abstract
Accreditation plays a vital role in higher education institutions by ensuring quality and standardization. It serves as a measure of an institution's academic programs, faculty qualifications, student support services, and infrastructure. By maintaining accountability and transparency, accreditation upholds standards of excellence and promotes continuous improvement. Accreditation enhances an institution's credibility and reputation, providing a recognized stamp of approval. It also facilitates student mobility and recognition of qualifications, ensuring that degrees and certificates hold value and are widely accepted by other institutions and employers.