GCSMS is an independent, technical and multisectoral organization dedicated to quality, recognition, interoperability and impact in competency-based education and microcredentials.
The rapid growth of microcredentials has created opportunities for flexible learning, but also major differences in quality, assessment, transparency and recognition. GCSMS establishes a shared language for trust.
Build an international ecosystem in which competencies acquired by people can be evaluated, recognized, communicated and used to strengthen lifelong learning, academic mobility, employability and sustainable development.
We strengthen the design, evaluation, issuance, recognition and continuous improvement of microcredentials through collaboration among education, employers, governments, professional bodies, experts and technology providers.
GCSMS seeks to be recognized as an international reference for quality standards, recognition and interoperability of skills and microcredentials, connecting education and work across borders.
Every claim about learning or competence must be supported by assessment and verifiable evidence.
Recognition decisions are separated from consulting, training and commercial interests.
Standards, criteria, fees, status, validity and appeal mechanisms must be public.
The focus is what a person can demonstrate, not only attendance or instructional hours.
Credentials should use open standards that facilitate portability and verification.
Accessibility, diversity, equity and multilingual participation are quality requirements.
People should be able to access, store and share their achievements.
Standards and programs must evolve with evidence and sector change.
Represents the international membership and approves strategic and statutory matters.
Provides strategic oversight, sustainability and institutional accountability.
Develops and reviews standards through consultation and technical evidence.
Makes independent decisions on applications and conformity.
Supervises conflicts of interest, integrity, complaints and independence.
Resolves challenges against recognition, suspension or withdrawal decisions.
