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The Central American Framework for Higher Education Qualifications (MCESCA) is an initiative aimed at establishing a common reference framework for higher education in the Central American region with the aim of improving the quality and coherence of higher education in Central America.

The key purposes of MCESCA are:

• Promoting Curricular Innovation: MCESCA focuses on expected learning outcomes, encouraging the development of more relevant and up-to-date academic programs.
• Regional Academic Harmonization: By defining a common regional benchmark, MCESCA seeks to harmonize academic standards across higher education institutions in Central America.
• Enhanced Transparency: MCESCA provides transparency regarding university degrees offered in the region, allowing students and employers to better understand the competencies and skills acquired by graduates.