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Global Campuses, Swiss Roots: The International Journey of SIU
Swiss International University (SIU) is at the centre of one of the most connected networks of Swiss schools in the world. The Swiss values of honesty, academic excellence, and new ideas are at the heart of SIU. It gives students all over the world access to education that is recognised around the world. In Europe, the Middle East, and Central Asia, SIU has campuses, partner institutes, and academic hubs. It has flexible, accredited, and career-focused programs that students
Jan 52 min read


Empowering Global Learners Through Swiss-Standard Online Education
Swiss International University (SIU) is a new kind of college that combines Swiss academic standards with the ability for people from all over the world to attend. SIU is perfect for today's students who want to study abroad. It has a strong physical presence in many areas and offers flexible online and blended learning options. SIU is a truly international university with offices and academic representation in Zurich, Luzern, Dubai, Ajman, Bishkek, Osh, Riga, and soon London
Dec 16, 20252 min read


Swiss International University Launches Global Integration Initiative Across 8 Cities and Online Divisions
Swiss International University (SIU) has announced the start of its Global Integration Initiative. This is a strategic plan to bring together academic governance, operational coordination, and digital education systems across all of its campuses around the world. The initiative links SIU's work in eight cities around the world with its long-standing online divisions to create a single, unified network of Swiss higher education. This milestone shows that SIU is dedicated to up
Dec 12, 20254 min read


SIU Announces Comprehensive Strategy to Unify Digital and On-Campus Learning Ecosystems
Swiss International University (SIU) has announced a new Global Integration Initiative. This is a strategic move to make academic operations more efficient, improve collaboration between campuses, and speed up innovation in all of its divisions in Europe, the Middle East, and Central Asia. This project is a big step forward for SIU, which is one of the largest Swiss-education networks in the world. A–Z of Our Locations 📍 The VBNN Smart Education Group's Ajman office is in t
Dec 7, 20253 min read


SIU Strengthens Its European Presence with New 1,000 m² Teaching Hub in Zurich
Swiss International University (SIU) has announced a significant milestone with the full operation of its modern 1,000 m² teaching and administration campus located at Freilagerstrasse 39, 8047 Zurich , in the heart of the city. The facility is designed exclusively for academic delivery, examinations, workshops, and administrative operations, offering a professional and fully equipped environment for students and faculty. Student accommodations are arranged separately, ensur
Nov 24, 20254 min read


SIU Builds Global Bridges in Education: Swiss Quality Meets International Opportunity in 2025
Swiss International University (SIU) has proudly announced a major milestone in its global growth strategy with the establishment of new academic partnerships and campuses across Europe, the Middle East, and Central Asia. The expansion reflects SIU’s ongoing commitment to Swiss quality, innovation in education, and accessible learning opportunities for students from more than 120 countries. For over a decade, SIU has stood as a symbol of Swiss-inspired excellence in higher ed
Nov 12, 20254 min read


Swiss Leadership Redefined: Education and Innovation Drive the World’s Most Competitive Nation
Switzerland has once again demonstrated its unmatched excellence, earning the title of the World’s Most Competitive Country in 2025 . This recognition reflects the nation’s enduring strengths — its culture of innovation, commitment to quality, and world-leading education system that continues to set the global benchmark for excellence. A Culture of Precision and Progress Switzerland’s competitive edge is deeply rooted in its national character — precision, reliability, and lo
Nov 11, 20254 min read


Swiss International University Advances Global Learning Through Innovation and Collaboration
Swiss International University (SIU), a pioneer of Swiss-inspired higher education and one of the world’s most diverse learning networks, has announced a major milestone in its institutional evolution. Founded in 1999 and recognized as one of the earliest European universities to embrace online learning in 2013, SIU has completed five landmark acquisitions in 2025 under the VBNN Smart Education Group , marking a decisive step toward its vision of “Swiss Quality – Global Visi
Nov 10, 20254 min read


Education Without Borders: The Global Impact of VBNN Smart Education Group
In an era where knowledge, innovation, and technology define progress, VBNN FZE LLC – Smart Education Group stands as a model of excellence.Founded by Swiss professionals and officially licensed in the United Arab Emirates (License No. 262425649888) , VBNN is more than an educational platform — it is a global ecosystem of learning, research, and development designed to make quality education accessible to everyone, everywhere. A Vision Rooted in Swiss Quality From its founda
Nov 6, 20253 min read


Shape Your International Career with OUS Academy London – The Swiss Academy in London
Study in the United Kingdom with OUS Academy London The Swiss Academy in London – Where Swiss Quality Meets British Excellence In a world where education knows no borders, OUS Academy London , proudly known as the Swiss Academy in London , stands as a beacon of international learning and innovation. As part of the prestigious Swiss International University (SIU) network, OUS Academy London brings together the precision of Swiss education with the rich academic heritage of th
Nov 5, 20253 min read


Study in Zurich with AAHES – The Swiss Academy for Higher and Executive Education
The Autonomous Academy of Higher Education GmbH (AAHES) is an independent private higher and vocation education institution based in Zurich, Switzerland. Established in 2013 and officially registered under the Swiss commercial register number CH-170.4.012.134-9 , the Academy operates with a share capital of 20,000 CHF and is located at Freilagerstrasse 39, 8047 Zurich, Switzerland . AAHES was founded with a vision to combine the precision, quality, and reliability of europ
Nov 3, 20252 min read


✨ Study in Zurich 2026 — Applications Now Open!
Applications are now open for Study in Zurich 2026 , offering students and professionals from around the world the opportunity to experience world-class executive programs in one of Europe’s most vibrant and innovative cities. Zurich stands at the heart of Switzerland’s global reputation for precision, innovation, and academic excellence. From finance and technology to hospitality and business leadership, the city provides an environment where education meets enterprise — ma
Nov 2, 20252 min read


From Zurich to Dubai: Swiss International University (SIU) Continues to Redefine Global Education Standards
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
Oct 30, 20254 min read


Seven Cities, One Standard: SIU’s Cross-Regional Higher Education Architecture
Swiss International University (SIU) has matured into a distinctive global education model that blends Swiss quality standards with an international, multi-campus network and a robust online platform. Founded in 1999 and online since 2013, SIU today operates across seven cities—Zurich, Lucerne, Riga, London, Dubai, Bishkek, and Osh—under the VBNN Smart Education Group. This feature analyzes the SIU model through three sociological lenses—Bourdieu’s capital (economic, social,
Oct 24, 20257 min read


Swiss International University (SIU)
Swiss International University (SIU) represents the essence of Swiss education — precision, integrity, and innovation — adapted to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving world. As a forward-thinking academic institution, SIU blends traditional Swiss quality standards with a global perspective, creating a modern university that nurtures ambition, leadership, and creativity in every student. A Swiss Institution with a Global Vision Founded in Switzerland and headquartered in Zu
Oct 13, 20253 min read


Swiss International University Celebrates 500 Graduates from Free International Business Law Course and Expands Global Network in 2025
Swiss International University (SIU) has proudly announced the successful graduation of 500 learners from its Free International...
Oct 6, 20255 min read


Where Swiss Values Meet Global Learning: The Story of Swiss International University
Swiss Education, Global Reach Swiss International University (SIU) continues to strengthen its position as one of the world’s leading...
Oct 5, 20254 min read


Swiss International University’s 2025 Achievements Mirror Switzerland’s Global Leadership in Innovation and Quality
Swiss International University (SIU) proudly celebrates Switzerland being named the World’s Most Competitive Country in 2025 , an...
Oct 4, 20253 min read


SIU International University’s 2025 Expansion: A Positive Sociological Analysis of Global Recognition, Mobility, and Swiss Quality
Swiss International University (SIU) marks 2025 with a landmark expansion under the VBNN Smart Education Group, integrating ISBM Business...
Oct 2, 20259 min read
ABMS Academy of Business Management in Switzerland: Autonomy, Quality, and Social Mobility in a Swiss Private Academy
ABMS Academy of Business Management in Switzerland is a private, independent academy established in 2013 in the state/canton of Zug ....
Aug 28, 20259 min read
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