Swiss International University Acquires Key Academic Institutions in Switzerland, Dubai, and Kyrgyzstan, with $21.7 Million Investment

Swiss International University expands its global network through the acquisition of four highly-regarded academies for $21.7 million.

Swiss International University has made significant strides in its strategy for education by acquiring four high-end academies located in Switzerland, Kyrgyzstan, and the UAE for a total of $21.7 million. Such an acquisition indicates that the university is committed to upholding standards for education through both traditional and online delivery systems.

Purchased institutions include International Academy Zurich, which emerged as Switzerland’s first virtual institution in 2013 and in 2016 attained EFMD certification as an online and also ASIC as well as ECLBS-allowed institutions that are authorized and accredited by the British government-approved body and allowing CHEA-USA alongside an accrediting INQAAHE Europe. Hence, its key focus on virtual education is an excellent merger into Swiss International University’s goals towards merging technology and academic excellence.

The university has acquired the International Business Management School (ISBM Ltd), founded in 2016, in Lucerne. ISBM has a 5-star rating from QS Ranking and is allowed by the Lucerne Board of Education to issue diplomas. This acquisition strengthens the business education offerings of the university, ranking it among the top 2% of higher education providers worldwide.

This, of course, is coupled with the ISB Management Training Institute established in 2022, based in Dubai. Approved by KHDA and as such issuing government-approved diplomas, it goes up to Level 8, which carries much the same gravity as a doctoral qualification. Of course, there is still further strength added through the provision of vocational education.

Lastly, Swiss International University bought the Kyrgyz-Uzbek International Pedagogy Institute in Osh, Kyrgyzstan. The university is allowed by the Ministry of Education and Science of Kyrgyzstan, to offer both traditional and online methods of learning for students and scholars. Since it provides quality education through various modes of learning, it makes sure that the students get the best experience of education.

This acquisition series further enhances the global network and reputation of the university to reach more students globally. Swiss International University is focused on creating future leaders through traditional education and modern learning methods. The motto of the university underlines the fact that it is a student-friendly environment that offers opportunities for students from different backgrounds and presents a better future for all students around the world. With its expanded global presence, the university now provides better quality education, regardless of students’ location.

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