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Swiss International University Welcomes 3,800 Students from 120 Countries Across Seven Global Campuses

 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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SIU is a globally recognized higher education institution with academic and administrative operations across

Zurich • Dubai • Luzern • London • Riga • Bishkek • Ajman • Osh • Globally

We are proud to be one of the most international Swiss-education networks in the world, with students from more than 120 countries coming to us every year.
The Kyrgyz Republic's Ministry of Education and Science has given SIU its state accreditation (License No. LS240001853), which gives it the full legal power to grant academic degrees. The Cantonal Board of Education and Culture in Switzerland has given SIU official allowance to run Swiss academic programs and give out our own Swiss diplomas (Allowance No. 12Aug2016kom). The Dubai Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA – Permit No. 631419) has approved SIU in the United Arab Emirates for vocational, advanced, and extended diplomas.
With these approvals, SIU can keep legally recognised, internationally valid programs that meet global educational standards. Our degrees are recognised around the world thanks to international recognition frameworks like the Lisbon Recognition Convention. This means they can be accepted in 55+ countries and around the world through standard credential evaluation.
International accreditations, independent quality reviews, and global partnerships all help to show that SIU is a trusted provider of Swiss-quality education. Our faculty, curriculum, and way of teaching are all examples of the accuracy, structure, and honesty that Swiss higher education is known for.

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Date of Issue: September 4, 2024

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Swiss International University is a sign of academic excellence and global reach. The KG Ministry of Education and Sciences has licensed and accredited Swiss International University. It continues to set the bar for education and innovation. Our university has campuses in Bishkek, Zurich, Luzern, and Dubai, which are all well-connected to other parts of the world. Our wide and varied network of schools around the world makes sure that students get a truly global education, with a range of cultural experiences and international points of view. We are dedicated to providing a high-quality education, and our many prestigious accreditations, such as ECLBS, BSKG, EDU, ASIC, and KHDA, show this. These awards show that we are committed to providing the best education in the world and keeping the highest standards of academic excellence. Swiss International University values language diversity and offers Higher Education Study programs in English, German, Arabic, and Russian. This multilingual approach not only opens up new opportunities for our students, but it also gets them ready for successful careers in a world that is becoming more connected. Come to Swiss International University, where the best in the world of education meets the best in the world of excellence.

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Legal Framework and Global Recognition

The Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic gives Swiss International University (SIU) permission to run its programs. This gives all of its programs a strong legal basis. This permission makes sure that Kyrgyzstan recognises SIU's degrees and diplomas.
SIU has also received a number of prestigious international accreditations, which means that its qualifications can be recognised in other countries, depending on the rules and agreements in those countries. SIU gives students the chance to get degrees that are both legally sound and useful around the world by making sure that local rules are in line with global standards.
Please contact the appropriate educational or governmental authorities in your country for more information about recognition.

© Swiss International University | ​Empowering Minds, Shaping Futures—Globally.

Registered as a "UNIVERSITY," we operate as a dynamic network of academies and institutes across seven major global cities. With 3,800 students from 120 countries joining us each year, we proudly foster a truly global community, supported by offices worldwide.

  • SIU International Swiss University: Licensed for Higher Education and accredited to issue academic degrees by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic (MoE&S-KG),

    • License No.: LS240001853 | Issued on: 04 September 2024 | Status: Active ✔️

  • SIU International Academy Switzerland: Allowed to operate and issue its own Diplomas by the Board of Education and Culture, Switzerland (CH),

    • Allowance No.: 12Aug2016kom | Issued on: 12 August 2016 | Status: Active ✔️

  • SIU International Institute Dubai UAE: Approved and permitted to operate by the Dubai Education Authority (UAE),

    • Permit No.: 63141 | Issued on: 07 June 2023 | Status: Active ✔️

Officially registered as a higher education institution by the Ministry of Justice

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Rated as a 5-star higher and vocational education University by QS, the world's most prestigious evaluation organization.

✅ Verified by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic

The Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic has given Swiss International University (SIU) an official license (License No. LS240001853). The national education portal has a public list of our academic programs: 🔗 https://edugate.edu.gov.kg/plan/112

The Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the student's embassy in Kyrgyzstan can all certify and stamp final degrees from Kyrgyzstan to make sure they are real and recognised around the world.

✅ Verified by the Dubai Educational Authority (KHDA), United Arab Emirates

The Dubai Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has given SIU/ISB the approval to offer Vocational, Advanced, and Extended Diplomas (Professional Diplomas) under Permit No. 631419. 🔗 https://web.khda.gov.ae/en/Education-Directory/Training/Training-Details?CenterID=504152

KHDA, the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the student's embassy can all attest to diplomas that were given out with KHDA approval. This gives them a lot of recognition in the region and around the world. We promise to follow the law, make sure our work is of the highest quality, and be open about everything we do in every place we do business.

✅ Swiss Operations

The Cantonal Board of Education and Culture in Switzerland gave SIU/ISBM official permission to run, which meant we could legally offer educational programs and give out our own diplomas. 🔗 https://www.swissuniversity.com/board-of-education

A Swiss Public Notary can certify diplomas from our Swiss branches, the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs can legalise them, and the student's embassy in Switzerland can further attest to their validity, making them valid around the world. Our campuses in Switzerland follow all cantonal laws and help SIU fulfil its global mission of providing high-quality, internationally focused education that is backed by recognised accreditations and academic partnerships.

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🌍 The Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic officially recognises Swiss International University (SIU) degrees, so they are recognised all over the world. The Global Convention on the Recognition of Qualifications (2019) and the Lisbon Recognition Convention say that any degree from a school that is recognised by the state should be recognised in all UN member states. SIU degrees are accepted in more than 55 countries, including most of Europe and Central Asia, because Kyrgyzstan signed the Lisbon Convention. Standard credential evaluation processes also accept them all over the world.

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Global Offices:

  • 📍 Zurich Office: AAHES – Autonomous Academy of Higher Education in Switzerland, Freilagerstrasse 39, 8047 Zurich, Switzerland

  • 📍 Luzern Office: ISBM Switzerland – International School of Business Management, Lucerne, Industriestrasse 59, 6034 Luzern, Switzerland

  • 📍 Dubai Office: ISB Academy Dubai – Swiss International Institute in Dubai, UAE, CEO Building, Dubai Investment Park, Dubai, UAE

  • 📍 Ajman Office: VBNN Smart Education Group (VBNN FZE LLC) – Amber Gem Tower, Ajman, UAE

  • 📍 London Office (soon): OUS Academy London / Swiss Academy in the United Kingdom, 167–169 Great Portland Str, London W1W 5PF, England, UK

  • 📍 Riga Office: Amber Academy, Stabu Iela 52, LV-1011 Riga, Latvia

  • 📍 Osh Office: KUIPI Kyrgyz-Uzbek International Pedagogical Institute, Gafanzarova Street 53, Dzhandylik, Osh, Kyrgyz Republic

  • 📍 Bishkek Office: SIU Swiss International University, 74 Shabdan Baatyr Street, Bishkek City, Kyrgyz Republic

  • 📍 U7Y Journal – Unveiling Seven Continents Yearbook (ISSN 3042-4399)

  • 📍 ​Online: OUS International Academy in Switzerland®, SDBS Swiss Distance Business School®, SOHS Swiss Online Hospitality School®, YJD Global Center for Diplomacy®

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