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In today’s global education environment, students and families often see many claims about rankings, recognition, accreditation, and quality assurance. This makes careful evaluation more important than ever. Choosing a university is not only about a name or a website message. It is about understanding whether the institution shows clear academic standards, transparent operations, and a serious commitment to student development. The first point to examine is institutional reco

This paper examines how plagiarism review and AI-related review can be handled in academic theses through a clear and fair threshold model. The literature shows that text similarity is a useful screening tool, but it is not the same as plagiarism. Recent scholarship also shows that AI creates new questions about authorship, disclosure, and academic responsibility. Based on this scholarship, the paper applies the following working standard for thesis review: less than 10% = Ac

We are proud to announce that Amber Academy Riga, part of the Swiss International University (SIU) network, is now officially registered in the State Register of Educational Institutions in Latvia. This registration is granted under the State Education Quality Service (IKVD), supervised by the Ministry of Education and Science. Registration No.: 3380802601 This milestone reinforces our commitment to quality, compliance, and international education standards, and marks a major

Abstract This article examines the strategic evolution of transnational education (TNE) as a defining feature of contemporary higher education systems. It explores how institutions expand beyond national borders through collaborative partnerships, technological innovation, and quality-driven frameworks. Drawing on theoretical perspectives such as institutional theory and globalization, the study analyzes the mechanisms through which universities establish legitimacy, maintain

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

🎉 ISO 9001:2015 Certification Achievement We are proud to announce that ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System certification has been successfully achieved, following an independent assessment by an IAF-recognized and accredited inspection and certification body. This certification confirms that our management systems, internal processes, and operational practices comply with internationally recognized standards for quality, consistency, transparency, and continuous improve

Swiss International University (SIU) continues to strengthen its position as a forward-looking academic institution aligned with the evolving needs of global industry and society. This week, SIU was honored to be referenced in an independent analysis published by CEOWORLD Magazine , highlighting how universities worldwide are transitioning from traditional degree providers into strategic partners for industry. The article, authored by Katherina Davis , PhD, Deputy News Editor

Catanzaro, Italy —  Swiss International University (SIU) has made a big move to grow its presence in European higher education by meeting with Università Magna Graecia di Catanzaro (UNICZ) for three days. The high-level talks were mostly about improving long-term academic cooperation and making sure that institutions in Switzerland and Italy are on the same page. High-Level Academic Discussions The meetings brought together high-level academic and administrative officials fro

1. Message from the Leadership The year 2025 marked a period of consolidation, institutional strengthening, and international positioning for Swiss International University (SIU). Building on prior years of structural development, SIU focused on enhancing academic governance, expanding research visibility, and reinforcing its role as a globally oriented higher education institution aligned with Swiss quality principles. Throughout the year, SIU continued to invest in academic

This article outlines the academic faculty staff structure  of Swiss International University (SIU) for the reporting year 2025 , using a Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)  methodology in accordance with internationally accepted higher education reporting and ranking standards. Academic faculty staff are defined as individuals who are responsible for planning, directing, and undertaking academic teaching, academic research, or both , and who were academically active for a minimum co

This article presents the student enrollment structure  of Swiss International University (SIU) for the academic year 2025 , structured in accordance with internationally recognized higher education reporting practices. Unless otherwise stated, student figures are reported using headcount (HC)  and Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)  methodology. All degree-seeking students are enrolled in structured academic programs and are therefore reported as full-time for reporting purposes , r

ISBM Business School in Luzern, Switzerland — part of Swiss International University (SIU) in Bishkek — has officially been accredited by...

🎉 Swiss International University Earns Five-Year Institutional Accreditation from ARIA 🎉 We are proud to share that Swiss International...