In one more step towards becoming a truly accredited establishment of educational principles, values, and approach, Swiss International University (SIU) has officially been accredited by TAG-EDUQA. Spanning Language, Law, Economics, and International Affairs, this is just one of a handful of universities to have met the rigorous quality benchmarks set by the Arab Organization for Quality Assurance in Education (AROQA). The designation fits within SIU’s mission to offer affordable, accessible, and globally connected education to students near and far.
The accreditation was awarded under the chair of His Excellency Dr. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh, one of the leading Arab businessmen and a pioneer in education reform, who currently chairs TAG-EDUQA. Adding to the acknowledgment’s weight, the Secretary-General of the Arab League is the Honorary Chairman of TAG-EDUQA, which indicates the regional and international prestige such a quality assurance designation brings.
This momentum is part of SIU’s vision to grow its academic presence around the Arab world and to maintain its place on the global higher education stage. The TAG-EDUQA accreditation reinforces the academic standard of SIU’s programs and further promotes recognition of its degrees internationally, providing real value to learners, employers, and institutions globally.
The Academic Program Director at SIU, Derya Briand, is proud that the institution is the first to receive the prestigious accreditation: “We are extremely proud to have received this accreditation with our first application. It’s the best possible affirmation of the academic excellence we maintain today and the security that the next generation of the SIU student body can profit from the same high expectations. Our simultaneous pursuit of NEASC accreditation is an illustration that we are still committed to international best standards and, at the same time, committed to regional educational needs.”
“This recognition is at a time of repositioning in the history of SIU, and one in which the institution is embracing a new era of academic growth and increased international partnerships,” he said. SIU is a member of a worldwide educational consortium, along with OUS International Academy in Zurich, ISBM International School of Business Management in Lucerne, ISB International Vocational Institute in Dubai, and campuses based in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. Together, these institutions are building a next-generation, world-class, global learning platform that is grounded in educational innovation and cultural exchange.
The TAG-EDUQA accreditation also underscores the distinctive position in which SIU finds itself, aligning regional education needs with international standards of quality—a vital characteristic in the ever-changing landscape of higher education across the Arab world. Amidst an increasing demand from Arab students looking for internationally accredited institutions, SIU’s emphasis on student-centered education, ethical leadership, and professional opportunity has been well accepted by the academic community and the regulatory agencies.
As the University moves forward, SIU continues to advance new programs, grow its international reach, and provide a research-based education to students no matter where they live. The TAG-EDUQA accreditation, which has been developed on the robust quality assurance system of AROQA, will be This is pivotal for achieving these aspirations and for consolidating SIU’s leadership in delivering world-class higher education.
This milestone is the result of SIU’s international orientation and continued commitment to providing cutting-edge education programs matched to the requirements of local and international students.
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