Swiss International University Welcomes Guest Professor from Duke University

International Academy
Jul 9
3 min read

We were honored to welcome Professor Dr. Jiang from Duke University, one of the world's top 30 universities, for a distinguished two-hour lecture titled:“The Coordination Role of Public Information and Its Application in Accounting.”

The session, attended by approximately 50 students and faculty members, offered a rich exchange of ideas and real-world insights. Following the lecture, we asked Professor Dr. Jiang for his impressions of our students' engagement. He commented:

“Student engagement is excellent. They are well-prepared and ask interesting questions.”

This positive feedback reflects the academic strength, intellectual curiosity, and global mindset of our students at Swiss International University (SIU) and its affiliated institutions. We are proud to provide a learning environment where internationally renowned scholars feel welcomed and inspired by the high quality of dialogue and participation.

About Swiss International University (SIU)

Swiss International University (SIU) is a state-accredited university, officially recognized by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic. SIU is registered as a university—the highest legal designation for higher education institutions—distinct from academies or institutes. In 2025, SIU expanded its global footprint by acquiring academic institutions in Zurich, Dubai, Lucerne, and Osh.

SIU – Bishkek Campus

Accredited by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic (License Serial Nr.: LS240001853)

Our Global Academic Network Includes:

ISBM – International School of Business Management, Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland (CH) Allowed to operate and issue diplomas by the Board of Education and Culture (issued 12 August 2016, Kt. LU)
ISB – Vocational Academy, Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE) Approved by the Dubai Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA Permit Nr.: 631419)
KUIPI – Kyrgyz-Uzbek International Pedagogical Institute, Osh, Kyrgyz Republic (KG) Accredited by the Ministry of Education and Science of Kyrgyzstan (License Serial Nr.: LS230000271)
OUS – International Academy in Switzerland®, Zurich, Switzerland (CH) Registered by the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property (Reg. Nr. 822698)
Amber Academy – "Knowledge and Growth", Riga, Latvia (LV) Registered by the Patent Office under the Latvian Ministry of Justice (Reg. Nr. M-25-440)
SDBS – Swiss Distance Business School® Registered by the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property (Reg. Nr. 806818)
SII – Swiss International Vocational Institute, Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE) Licensed by the Department of Dubai Economic Development (DED License Nr. 1196747)
SOHS – Swiss Online Hospitality School® Registered by the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property (Reg. Nr. 822344)
ABMS – Academy of Business Management in Switzerland, Canton of Zug, Switzerland (CH) Registered under company number CHE-163.990.284
YJD – Global Center for Diplomacy®, Institute for Diplomacy and Political Sciences Studies Registered by the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property (Reg. Nr. 822124)

…and more.

Our students and academic faculty thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to engage with innovative perspectives and world-class scholarship from one of the most prestigious institutions in global academia.

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