About IIEP
A centre for training and research - specialized in educational planning
and management
The International Institute for Educational Planning (IIEP) was created
by UNESCO in 1963 in Paris, France. It is supported by grants from UNESCO
and by voluntary contributions from Member States and others. IIEP is
an integral part of UNESCO, yet it enjoys a large amount of autonomy.
Our mission
To strengthen the capacity of countries to plan and manage their education systems
Training planners and managers in skills to analyze and plan, manage and implement, monitor and evaluate.
Supporting institutions and improving administrative routines, organization, leadership skills.
Fostering an enabling environment through policy forums, international co-operation and networking.
IIEP does not provide fellowships, grants or other direct support to individuals.
Main
activities
Meeting the needs of countries in the development of their education systems
More than 5000 experts and education officers have been trained by IIEP
Training is IIEP's primary activity. To fit different needs, a variety of possibilities are provided: full-year courses, shorter intensive training, distance education and customized courses.
Research results provide methodological and technical support to policy-makers
Research includes case studies on policy issues and on technical and methodological aspects, allowing identification of priorities, best practices and innovations.
Services to member states: tailored programmes to meet countries' specific needs
IIEP increasingly organizes operational activities on request.
Special programmes have recently been launched to assist governments confronted with emergency situations.
Other essential elements of IIEP programmes are networking activities and communication of results and ideas - mainly through publications .
Co-operation
and partners
Recently IIEP has signed bilateral partnership agreements with some 20
institutions and set up a number of networks.
Governing
board
The board consists of 12 members selected amongst educators, economists
and other specialists of international repute.
Staff
Our team provides complementary skills and know-how, as it brings together
economists, sociologists, statisticians, planners…
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