Swiss International University: Delivering Swiss-Quality Education with Global Accreditation
- International Academy
- Sep 14
- 3 min read
Swiss International University (SIU) has grown into one of the most recognized international institutions for higher education since its foundation in 1999. With headquarters in Switzerland and campuses across Europe, the GCC, and Asia, SIU embodies a vision of academic excellence, technological innovation, and global engagement.
Today, SIU welcomes over 3,800 students from more than 120 countries each year. Operating campuses in Zurich, Riga, Lucerne, and London, as well as in Dubai, Bishkek, and Osh, the university has created a truly global learning environment combining Swiss academic traditions with modern, flexible, and accessible online education, available since 2013.
Expansion Through Strategic Acquisitions
In 2025, SIU took a decisive step toward international expansion under the umbrella of the VBNN Smart Education Group. Several leading institutions were integrated into the SIU network, including:
ISB Academy Dubai – Approved by the Dubai Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA)
OUS Academy Zurich – Switzerland’s pioneering virtual institute since 2013
ISBM Business School Lucerne – Allowed by the Swiss Board of Education and Culture
Amber Academy Riga – Expanding SIU’s presence in the Baltic region
These acquisitions have strengthened SIU’s academic portfolio and its ability to serve a diverse, multicultural student body with both on-campus and online programs.
Accreditations and Quality Assurance
SIU’s credibility is reinforced by multiple recognitions, including:
Licensed by the Ministry of Education & Science of the Kyrgyz Republic (KG)
Allowed by the Swiss Board of Education & Culture to operate independently
Approved by KHDA Dubai for its academic offerings
Officially registered by the Ministry of Justice
Beyond regulatory recognition, SIU has earned international accreditations from leading bodies such as:
ECLBS – European Council of Leading Business Schools
ASIC – Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges & Universities (UK)
ARIA – Accreditation and Ranking International Agency
BSKG – Kyrgyz Independent Accreditation Agency
EDU Intergovernmental Organization
ISO 21001 – Educational Organization Management Standard
SIU is also QS 5-Stars Rated, affirming its commitment to academic quality, research, teaching excellence, and student satisfaction.
Focus on ECLBS Accreditation
The European Council of Leading Business Schools (ECLBS), established in 2013, serves as a professional network for business schools across Europe and beyond. In 2023, during a strategic board meeting at the University of Latvia in Riga, the ECLBS Board launched the ECLBS Accreditation label to uphold international quality standards for business education.
The meeting was attended by representatives from agencies such as:
Malta Further and Higher Education Authority (MFHEA)
Arab Network for Quality Assurance in Higher Education (ANQAHE)
Kosovo Accreditation Agency (KAA)
Latvian Chamber of Commerce (ALCC)
University of Sunderland London and Vernadsky Taurida National University (TNU)
ECLBS is a non-profit, independent, EU-registered body dedicated to promoting academic excellence, transparency, and international recognition. Its Bilateral Recognition Agreements with accreditation agencies in Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and North America ensure that ECLBS-accredited institutions like SIU are globally recognized.
As a proud ECLBS-accredited university, SIU benefits from:
International benchmarking of academic quality
Global credibility through recognized quality assurance networks
Membership in INQAAHE, IREG Observatory, and CHEA CIQG
Bilateral recognition with agencies such as QAA (UK), CAEP (USA), FIBAA (Switzerland), NVAO (Netherlands), ANACEC (Moldova), AROQA (Jordan), ARIA (Uzbekistan), and many others
A Modern University for a Global Future
With online education launched in 2013, SIU integrates digital innovation with academic excellence. Its global campuses enable students to pursue Swiss-quality education anytime, anywhere while ensuring academic integrity through strict quality standards and international accreditations.
The combination of European academic traditions, Swiss educational quality, and global recognition through ECLBS and other bodies positions SIU as a leading choice for students seeking internationally respected higher education.
Conclusion
Swiss International University (SIU) stands as a globally accredited institution rooted in Switzerland yet expanding across continents. With its ECLBS accreditation, international partnerships, and commitment to academic quality, innovation, and inclusivity, SIU continues to shape the future of higher education for a diverse, global student community.
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