Institutional Services
Specialist consultancy for universities, colleges and higher-education providers — transnational education, double degrees, accreditation, quality assurance, APEL frameworks, admissions support and academic governance.
What We Do
Core Expertise
With over two decades of experience at the intersection of academia, law, and international education, MYUNI delivers specialist consultancy that helps institutions expand globally and deliver excellence across borders.
Transnational Education (TNE)
End-to-end advisory on cross-border education delivery — franchise, validation, articulation and joint programme agreements.
Double Degree Design
Structuring, negotiating, and implementing double degree programmes across jurisdictions, academic systems, and regulatory frameworks.
International Partnership Development
Building sustainable institutional partnerships between universities in Europe, MENA, Africa, and Asia for mutual academic growth.
Quality Assurance & Accreditation
Guiding institutions through international accreditation, QA frameworks, and compliance with cross-border regulatory requirements.
Academic Governance & Strategy
Strategic advisory on governance structures, programme validation, institutional review, and academic leadership.
Doctoral Programme Advisory
Design and delivery of executive doctoral (EDBA) programmes including supervision frameworks, assessment protocols, and thesis structures.
Specialist Area
Transnational Partnerships & TNE
Transnational education is at the heart of what we do. We have deep expertise in establishing, managing, and quality-assuring cross-border education partnerships that deliver real academic and institutional value.
Franchise Agreements
Establishing frameworks where a partner institution delivers programmes of the awarding body under strict quality controls.
Validation & Articulation
Designing pathways for partner-developed programmes to meet the standards and receive the awards of the validating institution.
Joint Programme Delivery
Co-designing and co-delivering programmes between two or more institutions across different countries.
Regulatory Navigation
Navigating the regulatory landscape across jurisdictions — from UK QAA to European ENQA frameworks and beyond.
Connecting institutions across 15+ countries
Europe · MENA · Africa · Asia
Specialist Area
Double Degree Programmes
Double degrees are among the most complex forms of TNE arrangements. With over 20 years of hands-on experience, Professor Marrani — currently Provost of the International Centre of Law and Business — has led the negotiation, design, implementation, and management of numerous double degree programmes across multiple countries and academic systems.
Dual Qualifications
Students graduate with two recognised degrees from two institutions
Bilingual Proficiency
Immersion in two academic cultures and languages
Multicultural Competence
Living and studying in different countries
Enhanced Employability
Highly valued by international employers
Institutional Growth
Expanded reach and diversified student intake
Academic Innovation
Cross-pollination of teaching methods and research
Our Approach
We don't just broker agreements — we architect sustainable academic frameworks. From curriculum mapping and credit equivalency to regulatory compliance and governance structures, our consultancy ensures double degree programmes are academically rigorous, legally sound, and operationally viable across all partner institutions.
ICLB Jersey & AIS USA
Academic Partnership
Through its academic and professional structures in Jersey and the United States, MYUNI operates in partnership with the International Centre for Law and Business (ICLB) and Advanced International Studies LLC (USA), combining European and American frameworks in higher education.
ICLB provides advanced academic pathways, including Executive DBA (E-DBA) routes designed for busy professionals. These programmes incorporate Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL), enabling candidates to leverage their professional experience, and are delivered online with AI-supported flexibility to accommodate demanding schedules.
Complemented by AIS USA, this structure enables MYUNI to advise both individuals and institutions on the validation, recognition, and strategic positioning of qualifications across jurisdictions.
Together, these entities support the design of flexible academic pathways and provide institutions with strategic guidance on transnational education, double degrees, and APEL frameworks—bridging academic standards with global professional realities.
Validation of Professional Experience as a Degree
The validation of professional experience as a degree (commonly referred to as Recognition of Prior Learning — RPL, or Validation of Acquired Experience — VAE) is a structured process through which an individual's professional and experiential learning is formally assessed and recognised as equivalent to academic qualifications.
This approach is grounded in the principle that learning is not limited to formal education, but also occurs through professional practice, managerial responsibilities, and real-world problem-solving.
Purpose
The objective is to:
Recognise competencies acquired through professional experience
Provide access to formal qualifications or academic progression pathways
Align work-based learning with academic standards and frameworks
Methodology
Eligibility Assessment
Minimum years of relevant professional experience and alignment with the targeted qualification level.
Portfolio of Evidence
Documentation of professional roles, responsibilities, and achievements demonstrating competencies mapped to academic learning outcomes.
Academic Mapping
Comparison of professional experience against curriculum standards and identification of equivalence with modules or full qualifications.
Assessment Process
Review by an academic or professional panel — interviews, case analysis, or practical demonstrations where required.
Award or Partial Recognition
Full degree equivalence or partial credit leading to accelerated completion of a formal qualification.
Strategic Value
Supports lifelong learning and flexible education pathways
Enhances access to higher education for non-traditional learners
Strengthens links between industry and academia
Contributes to skills recognition in international and cross-border contexts
Consultancy Application
Designing regulatory and institutional policies
Ensuring compliance with national qualification frameworks
Structuring assessment and governance mechanisms
Integrating validation pathways within existing academic programmes
Aligning recognition processes with international standards and mobility requirements
"Design and implementation of frameworks for the validation of professional experience into academic qualifications, enabling flexible and internationally aligned education pathways."
Professional Qualification Validation
Assessment and validation of international professional qualifications for recognition in Jersey and other jurisdictions.
Credential Equivalency
Mapping international academic credentials to local frameworks, ensuring proper recognition of overseas qualifications.
Regulatory Advisory
Guidance on regulatory compliance for professionals seeking to practise in new jurisdictions.
Institutional Accreditation Support
Assisting institutions in achieving validation and accreditation through recognised quality assurance frameworks.
Projects
Selected Engagements
A selection of high-impact consultancy projects delivered across governments, institutions, and international organisations.
Double Degree & TNE Development
Design and development of double degree and transnational education programmes, with student recruitment expansion and geographic growth across UK markets.
Double Degree & TNE Implementation
Implementation of double degree and TNE frameworks, partnership development, and international student recruitment strategies.
ICT Legal & Technical Framework — Higher Education Sector
Design and implementation of an ICT legal and technical framework for the higher education sector.
Legal Framework for Law & Business Schools
Review of legal framework and legislation for the establishment of law and business schools, Department of Education.
Internationalisation of Higher Education
Advisory on the internationalisation of higher education, including legal framework development.
International Student Recruitment Strategy
Strategic consultation on international student recruitment for law and business programmes.
Online Education Frameworks & VizIQ Platform
Development of legal and technological frameworks for online education, including supervision of a one-to-one virtual learning platform (VizIQ).
Expertise
Deep Domain Knowledge
Design and restructuring of higher education systems and institutional frameworks, particularly in small and emerging jurisdictions
Advisory on governance, policy-making, and institutional development, working with governmental, commercial, and academic stakeholders
Development of internationalisation strategies, including cross-border expansion and international student recruitment
Strategic design and market positioning of new educational institutions and programmes
Development, evaluation, and implementation of legal and regulatory frameworks for education systems
Integration of technology-enhanced learning models and digital education platforms
Focus on organisational dynamics, governance systems, and behavioural dimensions in institutional decision-making
Ensuring inclusive, globally relevant, and future-oriented education models
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