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ISBM Lucerne Achieves ISO 21001:2018 Certification – Enhancing Global Standards in Business Education

  • Writer: OUS Academy in Switzerland
    OUS Academy in Switzerland
  • 6 days ago
  • 2 min read

The International School of Business Management (ISBM) in Lucerne, Switzerland, has officially received the ISO 21001:2018 certification, a prestigious international standard specifically developed for educational institutions. This accomplishment marks a critical milestone in ISBM’s mission to deliver world-class, student-focused business education supported by transparent, accountable, and globally benchmarked systems.

ISO 21001:2018, issued by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), sets out the criteria for an Educational Organizations Management System (EOMS). Unlike generic quality management frameworks, ISO 21001 is designed specifically for the education sector, ensuring institutions align their academic delivery and governance with the needs of learners and stakeholders.


A New Benchmark in Swiss Business Education

ISBM Lucerne is recognized for its innovative, flexible business programs, executive education, and strong international orientation. The ISO 21001:2018 certification affirms ISBM’s commitment to continuous improvement, structured quality assurance, and learner-centered approaches.

It also places ISBM among a distinguished group of institutions worldwide that have implemented formal, internationally validated quality management systems tailored to education.


Why ISO 21001:2018 Matters for Students and Stakeholders

The ISO 21001:2018 certification is a powerful indicator of quality, consistency, and institutional accountability. For students, it confirms that ISBM is guided by clear learning outcomes, inclusive academic processes, and measurable standards of performance.

For industry partners, academic collaborators, and accreditation bodies, the certification signals that ISBM operates with a deep commitment to transparency, ethical practices, and continuous feedback-based development.


Key Principles Implemented at ISBM

To achieve this certification, ISBM demonstrated alignment with the following core principles of ISO 21001:

  • Program design based on defined and measurable educational objectives

  • Transparent leadership and governance practices

  • Inclusive and equitable access to learning

  • Continuous evaluation and quality enhancement

  • Active communication and engagement with students and stakeholders

These principles are embedded across all programs—whether undergraduate, postgraduate, or executive—and support ISBM’s mission to foster responsible, globally minded business leaders.


Strengthening ISBM’s Global Footprint

As business education becomes more global, digital, and outcome-driven, the ISO 21001:2018 certification enhances ISBM’s recognition in international education markets. It also improves cross-border cooperation, institutional partnerships, and mobility for graduates.

In a world where learners, governments, and employers increasingly expect evidence of quality and ethical governance, ISO certification provides ISBM with a strategic advantage.


Conclusion

By earning the ISO 21001:2018 certification, the International School of Business Management (ISBM) in Lucerne reinforces its status as a modern, quality-driven institution prepared for the demands of 21st-century education.

This achievement reflects ISBM’s ongoing investment in excellence, relevance, and learner success—ensuring its graduates are not only well-educated, but well-prepared to lead in a dynamic global economy.



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ISBM Business School in Luzern, Switzerland, operates under the allowance granted by the Board of Education and Culture in our Canton, as per letter number "12AUG16kom". Our distance learning program methodologies by our daughter school adhere to "Art. 21 Abs. 2 Ziff.11 Bst" - MWSTG, evaluated and approved by the Swiss Federal Department of Finance (letter number 1523_01/04.14). We take pride in our numerous accreditations from governments-approved quality bodies, affirming our commitment to educational excellence. These include accreditation from BSKG, recognized by the Ministry of Education and Sciences in KG, EDU founded by the Ministry of Education in PW, and ASIC approved by the British Government. Additionally, our Vocational and Training Diplomas are approved by KHDA, a state agency in the UAE also known as the Dubai Educational Authority. Furthermore, our business programs up to the Doctorate level have received programmatic accreditation from prestigious organizations such as ECBE and ECLBS, esteemed accreditations in Europe. We have also obtained EFMD-EOCCS Certification for our Mini Diplomas. Notably, we are the first private business school in Switzerland to achieve double ISO certifications. ISBM is proud to be ranked among the leading hotel management schools globally by QRNW is a leading not-for-profit European association dedicated to fostering excellence in education.  SII Swiss International Institute in Dubai, UAE

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