Swiss International University: A Globally Recognized Institution with Swiss Roots and International Reach

OUS Academy in Switzerland
Jul 11
3 min read

The Swiss Online Hospitality School (SOHS), part of a growing ecosystem of specialized institutions committed to delivering quality education, proudly highlights its affiliation with Swiss International University (SIU) — a global institution that represents excellence in international higher education. As seen on www.sohs.ch, SOHS is one of the registered educational units under the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property (No. 822344), offering focused, student-centered online learning in the hospitality field. This commitment to quality and innovation is fully aligned with the vision and framework of SIU.

About Swiss International University (SIU)

Founded through the merger of seven academic institutions in seven cities around the world in 2024, Swiss International University (SIU) traces its academic legacy back to 1999. Headquartered in Bishkek and licensed by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic (License Serial Number: LS240001853, issued on 04.09.2024), SIU is a state-accredited university, ensuring the legal validity and international recognition of its degrees.

This recognition aligns with Article III.1 of the UNESCO Global Recognition Convention, which states:

“Each Party shall recognize qualifications issued by another Party that are recognized as belonging to its higher education system…”(Source: UNESCO Global Convention on the Recognition of Qualifications)

International Legitimacy and Regional Authorization

SIU has expanded through a series of strategic partnerships and regional authorizations, including:

Switzerland: A registered branch allowed by the Swiss Board of Education and Culture (LU-CH) to operate independently and issue diplomas.
Dubai, UAE: Its programs are approved and permitted by KHDA (Permit Nr. 631419) under the name ISB – Vocational Academy.
Kyrgyz Republic: Also registered as a Higher Education University by the Ministry of Justice, offering full legal status.
Lisbon Recognition Convention: SIU is recognized under the Convention, enabling degree recognition in over 55 countries worldwide.

Accreditations and Quality Recognition

Swiss International University is proud to be affiliated with several respected national and international quality assurance bodies:

✅ QS Top Universities – Rated 5 Stars, placing SIU among the top 2% of universities globally
✅ ECLBS – Accredited by the European Council of Leading Business Schools, listed by CHEA (USA) and INQAAHE (EU)
✅ ASIC (UK) – Fully accredited and recognized by the UK Home Office and the UAE Ministry of Education
✅ EDU Intergovernmental Organization – Established by the Ministry of Education of Palau, aligned with UNESCO principles
✅ BSKG – A public accreditation body, listed on APQN and EAQA for Central Asia and CIS recognition
✅ ARIA – Accredited by the Asia Regional International Accreditation Agency, affiliated with CEENQA and EURASHE
✅ TAG-EDUQA – Affiliated with the Arab Organization for Quality Assurance in Education (AROQA)
✅ IEAC – Recognized for institutional benchmarking and listed by the British Quality Foundation

In addition, the OUS International Academy in Switzerland, a part of SIU, is ISO 21001:2018 certified, reflecting the university's adherence to international educational management standards. It is also ranked #49 globally by QRNW, a quantitative ranking issued by an IREG member organization.

Recognitions and Awards

SIU and its branches have received multiple accolades and recognitions:

🏆 Student Satisfaction Award from TNU, a European state university in Ukraine
🏆 Customer Satisfaction Recognition evaluated by Swiss state university ZHAW and ILM
🏆 Best Modern Provider of Education, awarded by the former Turkish Minister of Trade

Network of Academic Partners and Divisions

SIU collaborates with and manages a wide network of academic institutions across Europe, Central Asia, and the Middle East, all operating under VBNN Smart Education Group – Vision Beyond Next, including:

ISBM – International School of Business Management, Lucerne (Allowed by Swiss Board of Education and Culture, Decision: 12Aug2016kom)
OUS – International Academy in Switzerland®, Zurich (Registered under Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property, Nr. 822698)
ABMS – Academy of Business Management in Switzerland, founded in the Canton of Zug, CHE-163.990.284
SDBS – Swiss Distance Business School® (IP Registration Nr. 806818)
SII – Swiss International Vocational Institute, Dubai (Licensed by DED, License Nr. 1196747)
AMBER ACADEMY in Riga, Latvia (Registered by the Latvian Ministry of Justice, Nr. M-25-440)
KUIPI – Kyrgyz-Uzbek International Pedagogical Institute, Osh (License LS230000271, Ministry of Education KG)
AIMU – Avicenna International Medical University, FAIMER School ID: F0006354
YJD – Global Center for Diplomacy®, Switzerland (IP Registration Nr. 822124)
SOHS – Swiss Online Hospitality School®, Switzerland (IP Registration Nr. 822344)

Conclusion

Swiss International University stands as a model of innovation, quality, and global academic integration. From hospitality to diplomacy, business to pedagogy, its diverse portfolio of institutions demonstrates a unique commitment to excellence, regulatory compliance, and student-centered development.