The Swiss International University (SIU), a valued, fast-growing institution characterized by its international presence and commitment to teaching quality, has reached an important milestone by being accredited by TAG-EduQual. This milestone conforms the university to the high standards developed by the Arab Organization for Quality Assurance in Education (AROQA), a leading benchmarking institution for academic quality and organizational performance in the Arab world and beyond.
The accreditation was awarded under the auspices of H.E. Dr. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh, the brilliant Arab business figure and educational reformer who chairs TAG-EDUQA. Further enhancing the status of this certification, the Secretary-General of the Arab League is represented as Honorary President of TAG-EDUQA. The participation of this high-profile regional leadership further confirms the credibility, significance, and influence of the accreditation body in the Arab world and emerging education markets.
This is a solid affirmation of Swiss International’s continuous commitment to excellence in academia, school management, and student learning outcomes. It is a milestone in SIU’s progression, establishing its presence as a respected academic enabler around the world, and the Arab world specifically. The accreditation is an official attestation of the quality assurance of the university and the full recognition and credibility of its programs beyond national borders.
Mrs Derya BRIAND, Academic Program Director at SIU, says, “We are very proud that this benchmarking is even beyond our ambitious targets! “ This demonstrates that offering high-quality education and a top level of industry engagement for the current students will for sure be the same for the new generations of students. “Opting for NEASC Accreditation is another testament to our strong commitment to quality learning that meets global and local standards,” which has been well-received by the stakeholders and regulatory bodies.
The honor also comes at a time when the SIU is continuing to increase its presence and partnerships in academia across the world. SIU is a member of a group of institutions that operate according to a principle of cross-border cooperation and academic exchange. It consists of institutions like OUS International Academy in Zurich, ISBM International Business Management School in Luzern, ISB International Vocational Institute in Dubai, and SIU in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. They collaborate to further a shared vision of global education that combines academic excellence with cultural variety.
Given the Arab region’s growing focus on QA in HE, SIU’s recent accreditation sets it as an example of meeting regional requirements alongside having an international outlook. This alignment is of particular importance given the increase in students from the Arab region who are looking for reputable, accredited institutions providing education that meets international standards and fulfills the region’s expectations. SIU’s focused approach to student-centric learning, moral leadership, and a global-professional orientation has evidently been well received by various stakeholders as well as regulatory authorities.
In the future, Swiss International University seeks to leverage this momentum through expanding its academic partnerships and program offerings and maintaining the essential foundation of providing
affordable, quality education to individuals throughout the world. TAG-EDUQA, in line with AROQA’s standards, is an accreditation that will support these objectives and further enhance the contribution of SIU to higher education.
As an international university, it is tremendous validation of SIU’s commitment to, and leadership in, providing world-class education.”
For more information, interested individuals can visit the university’s official website at www.swissuniversity.com.
