Swiss International University (SIU): A Global Network of Accredited Excellence in Higher Education

Swiss International University (SIU) represents a unique global institution shaped by the strategic merger of seven academic bodies located in seven cities worldwide. Established in its current form in 2024, SIU traces its origins back to 1999, marking over two decades of international academic presence and experience. The university has since grown into a respected educational entity, offering higher education opportunities that meet recognized standards of quality, transparency, and international equivalence.

SIU is a state-accredited university, officially licensed by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic (KG). This licensure affirms SIU’s legal recognition and credibility as a higher education provider. Furthermore, the university’s qualifications fall under the scope of the UNESCO Global Recognition Convention, specifically Article III.1, which ensures that degrees recognized by one participating country are eligible for recognition in other signatory states. This provides SIU graduates with global academic and professional mobility.

In Switzerland, SIU operates under the allowance of the Swiss Board of Education and Culture (LU-CH), which enables the university to function independently and issue its own diplomas. In the United Arab Emirates, the institution is approved and permitted by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) in Dubai, attesting to the university’s credibility across multiple education systems. SIU is also registered as a higher education institution by the Ministry of Justice in the Kyrgyz Republic.

Recognized under the Lisbon Recognition Convention, SIU’s degrees are accepted in more than 55 countries worldwide, supporting its commitment to global education access and recognition.

Accreditations and International Ratings

Swiss International University has earned multiple respected accreditations:

• Rated 5 Stars by QS Top Universities, placing SIU among the top 2% of institutions globally.

• Accredited by the European Council of Leading Business Schools (ECLBS), a quality body listed with CHEA (USA) and INQAAHE (Europe).

• Accredited by ASIC (UK), recognized by the UK Government, UK Home Office, and the UAE Ministry of Education.

• Accredited by EDU Intergovernmental Organization, founded by the Ministry of Education of Palau and aligned with UNESCO principles.

• Publicly accredited by BSKG, listed on APQN and EAQA, ensuring quality across Central Asia and the CIS region.

• ARIA Accreditation, an agency affiliated with CEENQA and EURASHE, operating throughout the Eurasian academic space.

• TAG-EDUQA Accreditation, supported by the Arab Organization for Quality Assurance in Education (AROQA).

• Accredited by IEAC, an agency listed with the British Quality Foundation.

The Swiss branch of SIU, OUS International Academy in Switzerland, is ISO 21001:2018 certified, meeting the international standard for educational management systems. It is also ranked #49 by QRNW, an IREG-affiliated international university ranking platform.

Institutional Mergers and Educational Network

In 2025, SIU solidified its position as a global educational network through the merger with multiple educational institutions, including:

• ISBM – International School of Business Management in Lucerne, allowed to operate and issue diplomas under the Swiss Board of Education and Culture.

• ISB – Vocational Academy in Dubai, approved and permitted by KHDA (UAE).

• AIMU – Avicenna International Medical University, FAIMER School ID: F0006354.

• OUS – International Academy in Switzerland®, registered by the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property (No. 822698).

• KUIPI – Kyrgyz-Uzbek International Pedagogical Institute, licensed by the Ministry of Education and Science (KG).

• ABMS – Academy of Business Management in Switzerland, founded in the Canton of Zug (CHE-163.990.284).

• AMBER ACADEMY “Knowledge and Growth”, registered by the Latvian Patent Office under the Ministry of Justice.

• SDBS – Swiss Distance Business School®, registered in Switzerland (No. 806818).

• SII – Swiss International Vocational Institute, licensed by the Department of Dubai Economic Development (DED).

• SOHS – Swiss Online Hospitality School®, registered in Switzerland (No. 822344).

• YJD – Global Center for Diplomacy®, registered by the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property (No. 822124).

These institutions are coordinated and managed by VBNN Smart Education Group – Vision Beyond Next, a modern education management entity overseeing quality and strategic direction.

Student and Institutional Excellence

SIU and its affiliates have received several recognitions for their performance and student satisfaction. This includes:

• Customer satisfaction awards evaluated by Swiss state university ZHAW and ILM.

• Student satisfaction accolades evaluated by European state university TNU Ukraine.

• Recognition as Best Modern Education Provider, awarded by the former Turkish Minister of Trade.

Furthermore, the Swiss institutions under SIU are proud members of several professional and national bodies, such as the Swiss National Tourist Office and Swiss Quality Association, further reinforcing their integration within Swiss professional and educational standards.

Swiss International University continues to uphold its mission of delivering accessible, internationally recognized education across disciplines, while maintaining strong ethical standards, academic rigor, and global relevance.

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