Kalyani Rogbeer
Forest Side
Summary
Distinguished Higher Education Executive and recognized architect of regulatory systems, Dr. Kalyani Rogbeer excels in bridging the critical gap between stringent national regulatory requirements and the pursuit of institutional excellence. Grounded in doctoral research at the University of Bath, UK, a robust agency-HEI accountability model was developed, leveraging the OECD Watchdog Index, Agency Theory, and Theories of Risk-based Regulations. This intellectual foundation empowers the design of governance structures that ensure transparency and integrity while facilitating rapid institutional growth in emerging markets. A unique blend of global regulatory rigor and operational agility positions Dr. Rogbeer to effectively lead institutions across diverse and developing economies.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Director, Accreditation and Quality Assurance
African Leadership University (ALU / ALCHE)
Mauritius & Rwanda
04.2024 - Current
- As the chief strategist for this prominent multi-campus pan-African entity, Dr. Putty-Rogbeer serves as the primary custodian of all regulatory licenses and degree-awarding powers. Her role is defined by the strategic necessity of scaling high-quality education across diverse national borders without compromising academic rigor.
- Market Expansion & Licensing: Successfully navigated the complexity of multi-jurisdictional environments to secure degree-awarding licenses for the African Leadership College of Higher Education (ALCHE), effectively accelerating the institution's ability to serve regional markets.
- Strategic Inclusivity (RPL Governance): Designed and deployed the institutional policy for the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). By applying the accountability frameworks from her DBA research, she ensured this market-expansion tool met international transparency standards (OECD Watchdog Index) while broadening access for non-traditional learners.
- Accreditation Leadership: Maintains a flawless 100% track record in programmatic licensing while spearheading "prestige" accreditation strategies (NECHE and Times Higher Education) to elevate the institution’s global brand.
- Governance Architecture: Led the comprehensive restructuring of the academic Senate and implemented campus-wide academic integrity policies, ensuring institutional resilience during periods of rapid scaling.
Officer-in-Charge, Audits & Standards (Executive Function)
Quality Assurance Authority (QAA)
Mauritius
01.2020 - 04.2024
- Held top executive accountability for the operational, financial, and strategic direction of the national Quality Assurance Authority, reporting directly to the Board of Directors.
- National Standards Development: Authored the National Quality Audit Manual and established baseline quality metrics for both traditional and digital/online programs, setting the benchmark for Mauritian higher education.
- Board & Statutory Governance: Acted as a key member of the Board’s Sub-Committee on Regulatory Affairs, providing the executive-level oversight necessary to maintain national educational integrity.
- Fiscal Oversight: Managed executive budgeting and orchestrated high-value grant proposals dedicated to national standards development and institutional capacity building.
Quality Assurance & Accreditation Officer (including Acting Head Division)
Tertiary Education Commission (TEC)
Mauritius
06.2009 - 01.2020
- Dr. Rogbeer provided consistent leadership during critical transition periods, formally serving as Acting Head of the Quality Assurance and Accreditation Division on multiple occasions throughout 2017, 2018, and 2019. This recurring appointment underscores the high level of trust placed in her by the executive board.
- Professional Program Accreditation: Led the evaluation and verification of premium programs in highly regulated fields, including Medical, Dental, Pharmacy, and Nursing education.
- Systemic Reform: Developed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) that mapped higher education quality directly to national employability metrics, bridging the gap between academia and the labor market.
- Institutional Auditing: Served as an elite Audit Panel Member for multiple national cycles, including the 2nd and 3rd Audit Cycles of the University of Mauritius.
Education
MA - International Politics (Specialization in International Relations)
Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU)
IndiaBachelor of Business Management (BBM) - undefined
Bangalore University
IndiaDoctor of Business Administration (DBA) - Higher Education Management
University of Bath
UK01-2022
Skills
- Continental Scaling
- Regulatory Governance
- Institutional Transformation
- Market Access & Licensing: Expert in "unlocking" complex African markets by securing programmatic and institutional licenses with a 100% success rate
- System Architecture: Lead author of national Quality Audit Manuals and designer of compliance frameworks aligned with PAQAF standards
- C-Suite Leadership: Proven advisor to Boards and Senates, restructuring academic governance to meet global student disciplinary and integrity benchmarks
- Regional Integration: Skilled in facilitating the cross-border mobility of qualifications across SADC and broader pan-African jurisdictions
- Risk Management: Specialist in navigating high-stakes professional accreditations (Medical, Dental, Nursing) and mitigating multi-campus regulatory risks
- Multilateral Diplomacy: Established "force multiplier" for standards through consultancies with the World Bank, African Union, and the Commonwealth of Learning
Affiliations
- Affiliations: Active Member of INQAAHE (International Network for Quality Assurance Agencies in Higher Education) and the Regional Quality Assurance Community of Practice for Southern Africa.
- Validated Expertise: Formally trained as an International Quality Assurance Auditor by the Australian Universities Quality Assurance Agency (AUQA), IIEP-UNESCO, and the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
Timeline
Director, Accreditation and Quality Assurance
African Leadership University (ALU / ALCHE)
04.2024 - Current
Officer-in-Charge, Audits & Standards (Executive Function)
Quality Assurance Authority (QAA)
01.2020 - 04.2024
Quality Assurance & Accreditation Officer (including Acting Head Division)
Tertiary Education Commission (TEC)
06.2009 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Business Management (BBM) - undefined
Bangalore University
Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) - Higher Education Management
University of Bath
MA - International Politics (Specialization in International Relations)
Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU)
Global Multilateral Impact & High-Level Consultancies
- Dr. Rogbeer’s expertise serves as a "force multiplier" for higher education standards across the African continent and beyond, influencing national-level policy reforms through work with global development agencies.
- The World Bank: Served as an Expert Reviewer and Participant for the PASET Regional Benchmarking Program. Her work here did not merely review benchmarks but actively set the standards for applied sciences and technology education across the continent, impacting thousands of students.
- Government of Rwanda: Appointed directly by the state as an International Country Reviewer for the Higher Education Council (HEC), driving national-level policy evaluations and educational capacity building.
- The Commonwealth of Learning (CoL): Contracted as a Senior Consultant to co-publish the "Toolkit for Employability Indicators," a global resource utilized by national qualifications agencies to align education with industry needs.
- The African Union: Represented the region in the development and alignment of the Pan-African Quality Assurance and Accreditation Framework (PAQAF).
Research Impact
Co-author of "A Toolkit for Employability Indicators for National Qualifications Agencies and Higher Education Providers" (2020), bridging the gap between research and practical labor market outcomes.