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Education Authority Sanctions Mishqen College for Rule Violations

May 31 , 2025


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The Education & Training Authority has issued a decisive directive last week, mandating legal action against Mishqen College for persistently defying regulatory orders and unlawfully continuing to offer higher education services. Mishqen College had previously been licensed to conduct undergraduate distance learning programs across multiple regions from 2019 to 2022. However, after serious regulatory breaches, the institution was ordered to cease all instruction, complete pending academic commitments, transfer graduate records to an accredited body, and report its compliance. The college's continued operation in violation of these mandates is now considered a weighty risk to public trust and institutional credibility in the education sector. The Authority underscored its commitment to protecting students’ rights and restoring order in higher education. This move is expected to strengthen regulatory power, discourage illegal practices, and increase accountability in private institutions. The crackdown on Mishqen College sets a precedent for stricter oversight to prevent future violations and safeguard academic integrity.


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