Awarding Body

What is an Awarding Body?

An awarding body is an institution responsible for developing, assessing, and certifying qualifications, ensuring educational standards are met.

An awarding body, also known as an awarding organization or exam board, is responsible for creating and accrediting qualifications, such as diplomas, certificates, and degrees.

• Functions:
  
  
  • Qualification Development:
    
    Designs curricula and assessment criteria.
    
    
  • Assessment Administration:
    
    Oversees examinations and evaluations.
    
    
  • Certification:
    
    Issues official recognition to individuals who meet the required standards.
    
    
  • Examples:
    
    Organizations like Pearson, City & Guilds, and local examination boards.