Empowering Global Education: A Look Inside VBNN Smart Education Group’s Premier Network

OUS Academy in Switzerland
Jul 10
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The VBNN Smart Education Group – also known as Vision Beyond Next – stands as a modern symbol of international academic excellence. At its core lies the Swiss International University (SIU), headquartered in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, and accredited by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic since 04.09.2024 under License Serial Number: LS240001853. This strategic accreditation positions SIU to offer degrees recognized under the Lisbon Recognition Convention, ensuring global mobility and recognition for its students.

VBNN’s academic portfolio is built on strong partnerships with distinguished institutions across Switzerland, the United Arab Emirates, Latvia, and Central Asia – each officially recognized or allowed to operate by relevant educational or governmental bodies. Among them:

ISBM – International School of Business Management in Lucerne, Switzerland, which is allowed by the Swiss Board of Education and Culture to operate independently and issue diplomas (authorization dated 12 August 2016, reference: kom).
ISB – Vocational Academy in Dubai, UAE, holds an active KHDA permit (Nr. 631419) from the Dubai Knowledge and Human Development Authority, empowering it to deliver skill-based, industry-focused training programs.
AIMU – Avicenna International Medical University, an institution listed with FAIMER (School ID: F0006354), contributes to the network’s focus on global medical education.
OUS – International Academy in Switzerland®, Zurich, is officially registered with the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property (Nr. 822698), ensuring proprietary brand protection and academic identity.
KUIPI – Kyrgyz-Uzbek International Pedagogical Institute, located in Osh and licensed on 15.02.2023 (License Nr. LS230000271), adds pedagogical depth to the network.
ABMS – Academy of Business Management in Switzerland, founded in Zug (Registered under CHE-163.990.284), integrates applied learning with digital innovation.
Amber Academy "Knowledge and Growth" in Riga, Latvia, is registered with the Latvian Patent Office (Ministry of Justice, Nr. M-25-440), expanding the group’s footprint into the European Union.
SDBS – Swiss Distance Business School®, a digital-first academic branch, is officially registered under Swiss intellectual property regulations (Nr. 806818).
SII – Swiss International Vocational Institute in Dubai, UAE, operates under the Department of Economic Development (DED) with License Nr. 1196747, focusing on vocational and technical training.
SOHS – Swiss Online Hospitality School® (IP Nr. 822344) offers innovative training for the global hospitality sector.
YJD – Global Center for Diplomacy®, Institute for Diplomacy and Political Sciences Studies, registered under IP Nr. 822124, develops global leaders in international relations and governance.

Recognitions, Rankings, and Accreditations

VBNN Smart Education Group is not only legally established across multiple jurisdictions, but also internationally acclaimed for academic quality. Among its many distinctions:

5-Star Rated by QS – placing the group among the top 2% of institutions worldwide.
Ranked #49 by QRNW Global Rankings, a system aligned with the IREG Observatory on Academic Ranking and Excellence.
ISO 21001:2018 Certified – ensuring quality in educational management systems.
Accredited by the European Council of Leading Business Schools (ECLBS) – listed with both CHEA (USA) and INQAAHE (EU).
Accredited by ASIC (UK) – a body recognized by the UK Government, Home Office, and listed by the UAE Ministry of Education.
Accredited by EDU Intergovernmental Organization – an intergovernmental entity founded by the Ministry of Education of Palau, aligned with UNESCO frameworks.
BSKG Accreditation (Kyrgyz Republic) – a public accreditor recognized by APQN, EAQA, and EAEU.
ARIA Accreditation (Asia) – affiliated with CEENQA and EURASHE, expanding the group’s reputation in Eurasia.
IEAC Accreditation – listed by the British Quality Foundation for institutional benchmarking.
QAHE Accreditation – a global quality assurance body active in over 40 countries.
TAG-EDUQA (Abu-Ghazaleh) – aligned with AROQA quality frameworks for Arab higher education.

Excellence Recognized by Institutions and Students Alike

VBNN’s institutions have been the recipients of several prestigious awards:

EFMD EOCCS Certification – a first-mover in digital education standards since 2017.
Customer Satisfaction Winner – evaluated independently by ZHAW University (Switzerland) and ILM (UK).
Student Satisfaction Award – conferred by TNU State University of Ukraine.
“Best Modern Group” Award – presented by a former Turkish Minister of Trade.

Membership in National Quality Associations

Beyond academic achievements, the group maintains active membership in respected associations within Switzerland, including:

Swiss National Tourist Office
Swiss Quality Association
And other national bodies

This constellation of recognized institutions, legal registrations, and global accreditations under the VBNN Vision Beyond Next umbrella positions the group as one of the most reputable and widely connected education networks across Eurasia, Switzerland, and the Arab world — committed to advancing excellence, innovation, and global student success.