International accreditations represent globally recognized benchmarks of quality, governance, and impact. Yet institutions do not operate in isolation. Each one is embedded in a distinct national environment shaped not only by regulatory frameworks, but also by cultural norms, academic traditions, leadership styles, and societal expectations.

How can institutions fully meet rigorous international accreditation standards while remaining responsive to local authorities, cultural specificities, and national higher education systems?

In this webinar, Mélanie CADART, Director of HEADway Quality & Accreditation, and Elisabeth GOURBIERE,  Deputy Director for International Accreditations at KEDGE Business School, will explore how to strategically align global accreditation frameworks with local realities. It will examine how institutions can:

• Interpret accreditation standards within national regulatory and policy environments,
• Navigate cultural differences in governance, faculty models, research expectations, and stakeholder engagement,
• Align international quality benchmarks with local academic traditions and institutional missions,
• Turn dual accountability (global and national) into a source of strategic coherence rather than operational tension.

Rather than treating international accreditation as a template to replicate, this session will discuss how to embed global standards in ways that strengthen institutional identity, reinforce local legitimacy, and enhance international credibility.

Designed for senior leaders and accreditation professionals, this conversation will provide practical insights on transforming international recognition into context-sensitive, culturally grounded excellence.