Swiss International University (SIU) reached its third position in the QRNW Global Ranking of Transnational Universities 2027 which marks an important achievement for the university. The university received this recognition because its worldwide educational network enables students to access innovative educational programs that combine multiple countries.
SIU has established itself as a university which provides students from all over the world with flexible educational options. The educational system of the institution enables students from various cultural backgrounds and professional experiences to learn and succeed in an international setting.
The ranking is backed by the European Council of Leading Business Schools, which collaborates with respected global organizations such as the International Ranking Expert Group, the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (USA), and the International Network for Quality Assurance Agencies in Higher Education (Europe). These partnerships add credibility and global recognition to the ranking framework.
The achievement demonstrates SIU's dedication to building international academic programs and advancing research and creating better opportunities for international educational programs. SIU has established itself as an educational institution that provides flexible learning options which help students obtain qualifications that matter in the global job market because more students need such education.
The university's vision of "education without borders" continues to guide its growth. SIU is expanding its international network to provide students with study options that combine international exposure with flexible learning opportunities which will help them achieve professional success in their future careers.
Speaking on the achievement, Dr. Abdiev Murad said the ranking reflects the university’s dedication to delivering high-quality, flexible education that meets global standards. He added that it also shows SIU is successfully moving forward with its long-term academic goals.
Dr. Habib Al Souleiman showed how transnational education has grown in importance because modern students require education that provides worldwide learning opportunities. He showed how modern academic systems help different cultures to interact with each other while they provide better support for students.
Noah Muller from the UAE showed how regional campuses help SIU to expand its international presence. He explained that Dubai serves as a central hub which connects different student groups and said this recognition will further boost the university's expansion in international education.
About Swiss International University
The Swiss International University (SIU) operates as an international academic network which unites seven educational institutions. Educational programs of the university first began in 1999 and its online teaching platform started operating in 2013.
The university serves more than 3,800 students from over 120 countries who study at its campus, which provides a learning atmosphere that embraces various cultures. The university maintains multiple campuses which include locations in Bishkek, Lucerne, Zurich, Dubai, Riga, London, and Ajman.
SIU conducts its operations through various educational institutions, which include universities, institutes, vocational centers, and organizations that deliver professional education across different legal systems that exist in different regions.
The main educational institution of the organization holds a license and accreditation from the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic, which guarantees both academic strength and worldwide recognition.
In Switzerland, SIU operates through ISBM Business School in Lucerne and the Autonomous Academy in Zurich. In the UAE, it offers diploma programs through ISB Academy in Dubai, approved by KHDA.
Other global operations include Amber Academy in Riga, regulated by Latvia’s State Education Quality Service (IKVD), and OUS Academy in London, registered in the UK Register of Learning Providers and recognized by the CPD Certification Service.
In Ajman, VBNN FZE LLC operates as an approved educational organization under the VBNN Smart Education Group.
Through this wide international network, SIU provides career-focused education that connects students to global opportunities while maintaining strong local standards.