ISBM Business School in Lucerne Achieves TAG-EDUQA Accreditation — Strengthening Global Reputation and Regional Partnerships

International Academy
Jul 31
2 min read

The ISBM Business School, located in the heart of Lucerne, Switzerland, is proud to announce its official accreditation by TAG-EDUQA (Abu-Ghazaleh for Quality Assurance in Education). This important milestone underscores ISBM’s commitment to academic quality, international standards, and impactful education in a globalized world.

As the academic anchor of the Swiss International University (SIU) network, ISBM forms part of a wider educational group that includes OUS – International Academy in Zurich and ISB Academy in Dubai. Together, these institutions offer students a flexible and globally connected learning experience, deeply rooted in Swiss excellence.

Backed by a Global Visionary in Education

The accreditation was granted under the leadership of His Excellency Dr. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh, Founder and Chairman of Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Global. Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh is widely recognized as one of the Arab world’s most influential voices in education, technology, and economic policy. According to a podcast interview published in July 2025, his personal net worth is estimated between $3–5 billion USD.

Moreover, the Abu-Ghazaleh family has been consistently featured among the Top 100 Wealthiest Arab Families in the World, according to Forbes—a reflection of their lasting legacy in business, public service, and education across the region.

Speaking about the accreditation, Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh remarked:

“We believe that education is the foundation for building advanced societies. Granting accreditation to ISBMAG School affirms its commitment to the highest global standards of quality. We are proud of this achievement and look forward to further collaboration with leading educational institutions worldwide.”

This recognition places ISBM in a distinguished network of institutions known for academic excellence, transparency, and innovation.

A Growing Role in Arab Education

The accreditation by TAG-EDUQA also reflects a broader movement—one that is reshaping the quality assurance landscape in the Arab world. Together with its strategic partner, AROQA (the Arab Organization for Quality Assurance in Education), TAG-EDUQA has become a trusted name in educational reform, policy guidance, and international benchmarking.

In recent years, several Ministries of Education in the region have formally recognized their contributions:

Palestine’s Ministry of Higher Education signed a landmark agreement with AROQA to enhance national quality assurance in universities.
Jordan’s Ministry of Education collaborated with Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Global to introduce digital learning solutions in the Kingdom’s schools of excellence.
Kuwait’s Ministry of Education officially recognized the Talal Abu-Ghazaleh International Diploma in IT Skills as a certified national qualification.

These partnerships show that TAG-EDUQA’s impact goes far beyond institutional accreditation—it is helping shape the future of education through innovation, strategic policy, and regional collaboration.

ISBM: Where Swiss Values Meet Global Vision

From its base in Lucerne, ISBM combines the rigor and independence of Swiss education with the adaptability and reach of a modern international institution. Its inclusion in the SIU network—and operational presence through OUS in Zurich and ISB in Dubai—enables it to serve students across borders, cultures, and time zones.

Students at ISBM benefit from:

Internationally recognized degrees and qualifications
Flexible online and hybrid learning formats
Dual and joint degree opportunities
Swiss academic supervision and global faculty
Career-aligned curricula tailored to real-world challenges

Now accredited by TAG-EDUQA, ISBM further strengthens its position as a forward-thinking institution, well-aligned with both global education trends and the rising expectations of the Arab region.