Hospitality is changing quickly. Hotels, resorts, restaurants, events, and tourism services are no longer judged only by comfort, location, or price. Today, guests expect high-quality experiences, digital convenience, responsible service, and a clear respect for people and the environment. For hospitality schools, this creates an important responsibility: education must prepare students not only for today’s industry, but also for the future of hospitality. ISBM – Internationa

Swiss International University (SIU) has reached an important international milestone by being ranked #1 in the GCC, #1 in Switzerland, and #22 worldwide in the QS World University Rankings: Executive MBA Rankings 2026 — Joint. This achievement strengthens SIU’s international visibility and reflects the growing recognition of its executive education model across regions connected to business, leadership, innovation, and professional development. According to the 2026 QS Execu

Swiss International University (SIU) has reached another important point in its international development. After receiving a QS 5 Stars rating in 2024, SIU has now been ranked #22 worldwide in the QS World University Rankings: Executive MBA Rankings 2026 — Joint, according to the QS document “2026 QS Executive MBA Joint Programs Fact File.” The QS ranking page also confirms that the Joint Programmes table is a dedicated part of the QS Executive MBA Rankings 2026. For ISBM – I

Swiss International University SIU has reached an important international milestone by ranking #22 globally in the QS World University Rankings: Executive MBA Rankings 2026 — Joint. This result also places SIU in the #1 position in Switzerland within this ranking category. For ISBM – International School of Business Management in Luzern/Lucerne, Switzerland, also known as ISBM Business School VBNN, this achievement is a meaningful moment connected to international academic vi

International rankings often appear as a single result on a table, but the story behind such recognition is usually much longer. The announcement that Swiss International University (SIU) is ranked #22 worldwide — joint — in the QS World University Rankings: Executive MBA Rankings 2026 can be understood as more than a first-year ranking success. It may also reflect years of academic development, institutional learning, international cooperation, and steady improvement in exec

International student mobility is changing. In the past, many students understood mobility as physically moving from one country to another for a full study program. Today, the meaning is wider. It includes online learning, blended education, short academic visits, professional training, international networking, virtual classrooms, and flexible study pathways. For Switzerland, this change creates important opportunities. Switzerland has long been respected for quality, stabi

Business-focused institutions operate in a fast-changing environment. Learners today are not only interested in tradition or reputation in a general sense. They also want to understand how an institution responds to current market needs, how clearly it presents its academic structure, and how confidently it positions itself in a competitive international setting. In this context, rankings have become one of the practical tools that help institutions communicate their value mo

Swiss International University (SIU), proudly part of VBNN Smart Education Group, is pleased to announce a significant milestone in its European expansion strategy through its Riga branch, operating as Amber Academy Riga . Amber Academy Riga – Swiss Academy in Riga, Latvia – operates through Baltic Sea Amber SIA under an official permit issued by the Riga Education and Information Methodological Centre (RIIMC) for the provision of non-formal education programs (Ref. No. RIMCK

Zurich / Bishkek / Dubai – Swiss International University (SIU) has announced a significant expansion of its confirmed and formally signed career partnerships , reinforcing its long-standing commitment to employability, applied learning, and Swiss-quality education with real-world impact. Unlike informal or aspirational collaborations, SIU’s career partnerships are officially recognized agreements that provide students and graduates with verified access to internships, prof

The VBNN Smart Education Group represents a globally integrated education ecosystem designed to combine Swiss academic values with international reach, regulatory compliance, and future-oriented learning models. Through its licensed institutions, academies, and affiliated Swiss brands, the Group delivers education across Europe, the Middle East, and Central Asia, while maintaining a unified commitment to quality, recognition, and employability. Below is a structured overview

We are happy to say that Swiss International University (SIU) is now officially listed in the Research Organisation Registry (ROR), which is the only global, open registry that uniquely identifies research institutions around the world. Official ROR ID: https://ror.org/04sssf964 This important step makes SIU's international and global research presence stronger and makes sure that the institution is clearly and reliably identified in all academic, research, and publishing sys

Today, the leadership team of Swiss International University (SIU) met for an internal strategic meeting to talk about the University's plans for the future when it comes to participating in global university ranking systems. The meeting was mostly about figuring out how well major international ranking systems like the QS World University Rankings, Times Higher Education (THE), QRNW, and other well-known global benchmarks fit with SIU's academic mission, institutional develo

SIU – Swiss International University (accredited by the KG Ministry of Education and Science) had the great honor of hosting Guest...

The website ISBM-School.ch showcases the academic vision of the International School of Business Management (ISBM) in Lucerne—an...

Swiss International University (SIU) is a globally recognized institution offering state-accredited higher education. Licensed by the...

The Lisbon Recognition Convention (LRC) is the foremost international legal instrument aimed at facilitating the fair and transparent...

Swiss International University (SIU) is a state-accredited institution, officially licensed by the Ministry of Education and Science of...