What We Do

BEC is mandated under section 5 of the Botswana Examinations Council Act (Act No 11 of 2002) as amended by the Botswana Examinations Amendment Act, 2019 to manage, conduct examinations and assessments in general education and technical, vocational education and training and to award certificates in respect of the said examinations and assessments.

Vision

A globally recognized assessment and awarding body of excellence

Mission

"To provide credible and inclusive national examinations and assessments in General and Technical & Vocational education"

Mission Commentary

  1. Our Commitment to Learners

"We are passionate about empowering learners through fair, trusted, and high-quality assessments that meet national and international standards. We are committed to honesty and diversity, ensuring every learner has an equal chance to succeed."

 

  1. Supporting Growth and Potential

"Our assessments help learners recognise their strengths, address challenges, and build confidence, supporting their personal growth and helping them reach their full potential."

 

  1. Driving Success and Global Impact

"Trusted, globally recognized qualifications open pathways to success and empower individuals to make a positive impact both locally and globally."

The specific functions and responsibilities of BEC are as follows

To advise the Ministry of Education and Skills Development on assessment issues

To provide examination procedures for all aspects of examinations;

To provide appropriate assessment programmes and examination tools;

To manage and administer the examination and certification process in general education;

To provide regulatory mechanisms for examinations in general

To award qualifications in general education

To accredit all examination centres including schools

To maintain competitive standards in examinations

To ensure the maintenance of internationally competitive performance standards.

Core Values

People Focus: We are committed to cultivating a culture that is characterised by mutual respect, professionalism, courtesy, compassion and sharing to build lasting and rewarding relationships.

Excellence: We have passion for quality work and outstanding performance characterised using innovative and creative solutions.


Transparency : We are open in all matters of public interest while safeguarding confidentiality.

Integrity : We uphold best practice standards, honesty, professionalism and ethical behaviour.

 

 

People Focus: We are committed to cultivating a culture that is characterised by mutual respect, professionalism, courtesy, compassion and sharing to build lasting and rewarding relationships.