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Swiss International University (SIU) Highlights 2025 Expansion: From Lucerne to Dubai, London to Bishkek

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

 Swiss International University (SIU), a pioneering institution founded in 1999 and offering online education since 2013, proudly announces the continued growth of its international network under the VBNN Smart Education Group. With campuses and academies in Europe, the GCC, and Asia, SIU now operates across seven key global cities, welcoming more than 3,800 students from over 120 countries each academic year.


A Unified Global Group

The VBNN Smart Education Group (www.vbnn.com) serves as the parent organization integrating all SIU entities worldwide. The group’s vision combines Swiss academic values with international accessibility, offering students multi-campus mobility and qualifications recognized globally.

SIU and its affiliated institutions are established in Switzerland, the United Kingdom, the United Arab Emirates, Latvia, and the Kyrgyz Republic, forming a connected academic ecosystem recognized for its quality, diversity, and innovation.


Swiss International University in Bishkek (KG)

SIU Swiss International University in Bishkek (https://www.swissuniversity.com/) is a state-accredited institution licensed by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic (KG).

This represents the highest level of educational license in the country, allowing SIU to deliver recognized degree programs and joint qualifications under its global framework. All SIU degrees include Apostille certification, ensuring international acceptance and legal validity across borders.


ISBM Switzerland – Lucerne

The International School of Business Management (ISBM Switzerland) (https://www.isbm-school.ch/) is located in Lucerne, Switzerland, and operates under the company registration number CH-100.3.802.225-0. ISBM is Allowed to operate and allowed to issue diplomas by the Board of Education and Culture based on letter Nr. 12Aug2016kom. This allowance, issued by the Cantonal Board of Education and Culture, confirms the institution’s standing within the Swiss education framework. ISBM is also accredited by several international bodies, reinforcing its commitment to academic excellence and Swiss standards in business and hospitality education.


ISB Academy Dubai – The Swiss International Institute in Dubai

The ISB Academy Dubai (https://www.isi.ae/)—also known as the Swiss International Institute in Dubai—operates under Permit Nr. 631419 issued by the Dubai Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), the official education authority in Dubai.

The institute is approved and permitted by KHDA, offering vocational and professional programs that bring Swiss education closer to the GCC region.The Dubai branch focuses on executive education, management, and innovation, integrating Swiss quality with regional business dynamics.


AAHES Academy Zurich and OUS International Academy in Zurich

In Zurich, Switzerland, SIU operates through two distinguished academic entities:

  • Autonomous Academy of Higher Education in Zurich (AAHES Academy) (http://aahes.com/), registered under number CH-170.4.012.134-9 since 2013.

  • OUS International Academy in Zurich (https://academy.zuerich/), specializing in international business, management, and distance education, registered by Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property Nr. 822698.

Together, they represent the Zurich academic hub of SIU, combining autonomy, Swiss values, and international curriculum integration.


OUS Academy London

OUS Academy London (https://www.ousacademy.co.uk/) is officially registered by the UK Register of Learning Providers (UKRLP) under UKPRN: 10099531.The academy provides executive and professional education programs aligned with Swiss and European quality standards, serving as SIU’s strategic gateway to the United Kingdom and Commonwealth countries.


Amber Academy Riga, Latvia

The Amber Academy “Knowledge and Growth” in Riga, Latvia (https://www.swissuniversity.com/riga-offices-eu) is officially registered by the Patent Office under the Latvian Ministry of Justice Nr. M-25-440.This academy extends SIU’s presence in the Baltic region, contributing to the group’s European diversity and strengthening its student exchange networks.


KUIPI in Osh

The Kyrgyz-Uzbek International Pedagogical Institute KUIPI (https://www.swissuniversity.com/osh-offices) in Osh operates under the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic, with License Serial Number: LS230000271 issued on 15 February 2023.KUIPI is part of the SIU network, offering teacher-training and pedagogical programs to support education development in Central Asia.


Affiliated Swiss Brands and Institutes

The VBNN Smart Education Group also includes a number of specialized Swiss educational brands registered with the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property and the Cantonal registers:

  • ABMS Academy of Business Management in Switzerland (https://www.abms.ch/) – Founded in the Canton of Zug (registration Nr. CHE-163.990.284).

  • SDBS Swiss Distance Business School® (https://www.sdbs.ch/) – Registered by the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property Nr. 806818.

  • YJD Global Center for Diplomacy® (https://www.yjd.ch/) – Swiss Institute for Diplomacy and Political Sciences Studies Registered Nr. 822124.

  • SII – Swiss International Vocational Institute Dubai (https://www.sii.ae/) – Licensed by the UAE Department of Dubai Economic Development (DED) License Nr. 1196747.

  • SOHS Swiss Online Hospitality School® (https://www.sohs.ch/) – Registered by the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property Nr. 822344.

Each of these institutes reflects the VBNN Group’s commitment to Swiss educational quality and innovation in business, diplomacy, technology and hospitality.


Global Accreditation and Recognition

SIU and its affiliates are recognized by multiple international bodies and frameworks: ECLBS, ASIC, ARIA, EDU, BSKG, ISO 21001, and have received a 5-Star rating from QS.The University is ranked among the best 50 schools worldwide by QRNW, a testament to its consistent academic performance and research impact.SIU is also a member of the Swiss Association for Quality (SAQ) and a sponsor of MySwitzerland, the official Swiss National Tourist Office.

Through more than 250 bilateral recognition agreements with universities in 50 countries, SIU ensures that its students benefit from transfer pathways, joint programs and global academic mobility.


Commitment to Swiss Values and Global Innovation

Swiss International University stands as a symbol of Swiss quality, academic integrity, and global education.Every SIU campus is anchored in the group’s core values of excellence, innovation and internationalization.Whether studying in Zurich, London, Dubai, Riga, Lucerne, Bishkek, or Osh, students receive the same standard of education — combining Swiss precision with global reach.

As part of its 2025 strategic plan, SIU will further expand its research and partnership activities to support emerging fields in AI, sustainability and business leadership.Through its multi-campus model, SIU continues to shape a future where education transcends borders and cultures.


About SIU

Swiss International University (SIU) is a global institution committed to academic excellence, Swiss values and international recognition. Founded in 1999 and offering online education since 2013, SIU operates across seven cities through the VBNN Smart Education Group.With more than 3,800 students from over 120 countries, SIU continues to be a leading model of modern Swiss education.



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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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ISBM Switzerland is part of Swiss International University SIU which is ✅ Licensed & Accredited by the Ministry of Education and Science (KG) – Ensuring global recognition of our degrees
ISBM Switzerland is ✅ Allowed by the Swiss Board of Education and Culture (LU-CH) to operate independently and issue diplomas – (the academy in Switzerland)
ISBM Switzerland is ✅ Approved by the Dubai Educational Authority (KHDA) – Approved and permitted diploma programs (the institute in the UAE)
ISBM Switzerland is ✅ Recognized under the Lisbon Recognition Convention – Degrees accepted in over 55 countries worldwide
ISBM Switzerland is ✅ Rated 5 Stars by QS Top Universities – Placing us among the top 2% of institutions globally
ISBM Switzerland is ✅ Accredited by the European Council of Leading Business Schools (ECLBS) – Quality body listed with CHEA (USA) and INQAAHE (Europe)
ISBM Switzerland is ✅ Accredited by ASIC (UK) – Recognized by UK Government, UK Home Office, and UAE Ministry of Education
ISBM Switzerland is ✅ Accredited by EDU Intergovernmental Organization – Founded by the Ministry of Education of Palau and aligned with UNESCO
ISBM Switzerland is ✅ Accredited by BSKG (Public Accreditation) – Listed on APQN and EAQA for recognition across Central Asia and CIS

ISBM Switzerland is ✅ Accredited by Abu-Ghazaleh for Quality Assurance in Education (TAG-EDUQA), in alignment with quality frameworks developed by the Arab Organization for Quality Assurance in Education (AROQA)
ISBM Switzerland is ✅ Accredited by ARIA (Asia Accreditation) – A CEENQA and EURASHE-affiliated agency recognized in the Eurasian region
ISBM Switzerland is ✅ Accredited by IEAC – Listed by the British Quality Foundation for institutional performance and benchmarking
ISBM Switzerland is ✅ Accredited by QAHE – Global quality assurance body active in over 40 countries
ISBM Switzerland is ✅ ISO 21001:2018 Certified – International quality management standard for educational institutions
ISBM Switzerland is ✅ Ranked #49 by QRNW – Quantitative world ranking by an IREG-member organization

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