Accreditation From A to Z: 
A Primer for Institutions Seeking 
IS Accreditation for the First Time

David Feinstein
University of South Alabama

Don Bailes
East Tennessee State University

Robert Zant
Illinois State University

Abstract

The process of accreditation can seem daunting for individuals and institutions seeking accreditation for the first time.  This panel will discuss the process from beginning to end to help clear the maze.

Keywords:  IS Accreditation, Self Study, ABET

1.  OUTLINE
1.	Initiating the accreditation process
2.	The Self Study
3.	Informing ABET
4.	Preparing for the visit
5.	The visit
6.	Post visit activities
7.	Response to the Preliminary Statement
8.	Accreditation actions