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Our vision is to be recognised nationally and internationally as a leader in qualifications and assessment

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SQA will work in partnership to provide high quality, recognised and relevant qualifications and assessment.

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SQA will be known for:

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Our strategic direction is developed by our Board of Management and its committees. It is approved by Scottish Ministers. The Board is corporately responsible for its implementation. Our current Corporate Plan (313 KB) sets out our objectives for the next three years.

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