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Welcome to OUS Academy in Zürich - Switzerland
Preparing Future Managers | 100% Online & Virtual Education
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 Students Satisfaction Award Winner

Winner of BEST MODERN Academy

Winner of Best Project

Each year we welcome +1800 new students from +120 countries

Freilagerstrasse 39, 8047, Zürich, Switzerland

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Graduate Employment Rate

91%

Completion Rate

88%

International Students

89%

​Student Satisfaction

87%

Why the Academy in Switzerland?

Offering Online / Virtual Education since 2013, the first virtual Academy in Europe, and is a registered trademark in Switzerland by the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property. "Premier Accredited Academy" by many

  1. ECLBS European Council of Leading Business Schools, a distinguished quality label endorsed by 10 national accreditation bodies,

  2. Institutional Accreditation: BSKG under the Ministry of Education and Science of KG, EAEU Eurasian Economic Union

  3. Institutional Accreditation: EDU Intergovernmental Organization founded by the Ministry of Education in PW as a framework with UNESCO United Nations,

  4. Institutional Accreditation: ASIC Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges and Universities, UK government-approved accreditation body.

  5. And more...

Student Teacher Ratio

14:1

Job Placement

95%

Graduate Students

15k

Degree Transfer

4K

📍 Discover Our Prime Location in Zurich’s City Center

Welcome to the heart of Zurich—widely recognized as one of the world’s most luxurious and expensive cities. Our presence within the bustling city center of the canton places us in a vibrant and prestigious setting. This video offers a glimpse into our exceptional locale: where world-class amenities, refined sophistication, and seamless connectivity meet.

Dubai Branch — Welcome

Here’s a short video introducing our Dubai branch. This fully approved vocational academy is permitted by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), the official educational authority in Dubai. UAE

Welcome Letter to Students
International Academy in Switzerland
Academic Year 2025–2026

Dear Students,

It is with great joy and pride that we welcome you to the International Academy in Switzerland, where your academic journey is about to begin—or continue—within a global network of excellence, innovation, and opportunity.

Since welcoming our first online cohort in 2013, we have proudly celebrated the graduation of thousands of students from around the world. Now, in 2025, we stand at the forefront of international education as part of the Swiss International University (SIU) in Bishkek—a state-accredited institution recognized under the Lisbon Recognition Convention. SIU’s expanding global network includes a state-regulated vocational institute in Dubai, enhancing our international footprint and institutional credibility. In addition, SIU operates a Business School in Lucerne, allowed by the local Board of Education and Culture to deliver academic programs and issue its diplomas, further solidifying our commitment to recognized, high-quality education across multiple regions. While we collaborate closely within this global educational ecosystem, we remain an academically and administratively independent institution.

Through this strategic partnership, we have joined a broader academic family with campuses in Lucerne, Bishkek, Dubai, Osh, and more—uniting over 3,800 students who share a commitment to excellence, diversity, and global progress.

A Historic Transformation

This year marks a pivotal moment in our history: the official renaming of our institution to the International Academy in Switzerland, effective from 2025. This change is more than just a new name—it symbolizes the high standards we uphold and the transformative growth we continue to pursue.

Our Path to Excellence

Over the past year, we have successfully secured several prestigious accreditations, reaffirming the quality, credibility, and recognition of our programs:

  • ✅ 5-Star Rated Academy by QS TopUniversities – A globally respected benchmark of quality in higher education.

  • ✅Institutional Accreditation by BSKG,  recognized by the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU)

  • ✅EDU Accreditation, an Intergovernmental Organization developed by the Ministry of Education in Palau, in affiliation with UNESCO

  • ✅Programmatic Accreditation by ECLBS – European Council of Leading Business Schools, supported by 10 national accreditation bodies across Europe

  • ✅ASIC Accreditation (UK), recognized by the UK Government

  • ✅ARIA Accreditation, one of the most reputable bodies in the world

  • ✅TAQ-EDUQA Accreditation, Arab Organization for Quality Assurance in Education

  • ✅Additional accreditations by IEAC, QAHE, and others

  • ✅ISO 9001 Certification for Quality Management in Education

  • and more... the full list here

These recognitions are more than formalities—they are a reflection of our academic integrity, institutional rigor, and international reputation.

Our Commitment to You

Since our foundation, we have gone through various phases of growth, each guided by visionary leadership. Over the past four years, under my direction, we have made a strategic shift to focus solely on quality—even when it required us to limit enrollments or redirect resources. We firmly believe that investing in quality is the only sustainable path to educational excellence.

As we move forward with our rebranding and expansion, we remain fully committed to you—our students. You are the heart of this institution. Our mission is to support your academic, personal, and professional development so you can contribute meaningfully to your communities and industries around the globe.

We encourage you to seize this opportunity: engage with your professors, participate actively in your courses, and never hesitate to ask questions or seek support. You are not simply joining a school—you are joining a global legacy.

Once again, welcome to the International Academy in Switzerland.

With warm regards and sincere wishes for your success,

International Academy in Switzerland

OUS Students Testimonial

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OUS is a beloved Institution by the following Intl. Media & More

ATV Television visiting OUS in Zurich (English)
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SkyNews TV Interview with our Academy
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CNBC TV Interview with OUS - The Royal Academy of Economics and Technology in Switzerland
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City 7 TV reportage about OUS
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Interview with the Business Debate for the WSJ - Wall Street Journal
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OUS IS A TRUSTED ACADEMY BY THE WORLD'S LEADING MEDIA

CNBC TV, SkyNews TV, MBC TV, WSJ, WRS Radio, Swiss Broadcasting Corporation (SwissInfo), City 7 TV, ATV Television, KyivPost, Pearl Radio, RTV Serbian TV, BalticTimes Newspaper and more...

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VBNN Smart Education Group

✅This institution is proudly part of the VBNN Smart Education Group – Vision Beyond Next (www.VBNN.com), a dynamic global network with branches in Zurich, Dubai, Riga, and Bishkek—empowering future-ready education through innovation, diversity, and international reach.

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The International Academy in Switzerland is a private and independent academy that operates in the application of Swiss Law. The International Academy in Switzerland is rated 5 stars by QS TopUniversities Ranking. Offering Online / Virtual Education since 2013, Join the Academy and become a member of the OUS family, each year we welcome 1800 Students from over 120 countries. OUS was founded in Switzerland and is allowed to operate and issue Diplomas in Switzerland according to the letter numbers 12AUG16kom / DBK DBKS 6 - 33 - 60236 issued by the Boards of Education and Culture in our State (Canton) in Switzerland. Our distance study program methods were reviewed and fulfilled the "Art. 21 Abs. 2 Ziff.11 Bst" - MWSTG by the Swiss Federal Department of Finance according to letter number (1523_01/04.14). OUS is the first virtual Academy in Europe and is a registered trademark in Switzerland by the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property. The Academy is proud to be ranked among the best business schools globally by QRNW, a leading not-for-profit European association dedicated to fostering excellence in education.  OUS is an approved member of the European Council of Leading Business Schools ECLBS & the Swiss Association for Quality SAQ.

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Freilagerstrasse 39

8047 Zürich

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visit our old website www.ous.edu.eu

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Tel: +41443200033

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🌍 Global Accreditations and Recognitions

OUS International Academy in Switzerland is committed to maintaining the highest standards of academic excellence and international credibility. Below is a summary of our most distinguished accreditations, quality assurances, and global recognitions:

⭐ 5-Star Rating by QS Top Universities

OUS has been awarded a 5-Star Rating by QS Top Universities, placing us among the top 2% of institutions worldwide in both higher and vocational education. This recognition reflects outstanding performance in teaching, academic development, employability, and global engagement.
🇪🇺 Accredited by ECLBS (European Council of Leading Business Schools)

OUS is accredited by the European Council of Leading Business Schools (ECLBS)—a recognized European quality assurance body listed with CHEA (USA) and INQAAHE (Europe). ECLBS promotes excellence and innovation across business education institutions worldwide.
🇬🇧 Accredited by ASIC UK

OUS is fully accredited by the Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges and Universities (ASIC), a UK government-approved body recognized by UK ENIC, the British Home Office, and included on the UAE Ministry of Education's list of recognized foreign accreditors.
🌐 Accredited by EDU (Intergovernmental Accreditation)

OUS holds accreditation from EDU, an intergovernmental accreditation authority established by the Ministry of Education of Palau, operating in alignment with UNESCO-affiliated initiatives.
🇰🇬 Accredited by BSKG (Public Foundation)

OUS is accredited by BSKG, a public foundation recognized by the Asia-Pacific Quality Network (APQN) and EAQA. BSKG accreditation is accepted across Central Asia and Russian-speaking countries as a mark of institutional integrity.
🇺🇿 Accredited by ARIA (Asia)

OUS is recognized by ARIA – the Accreditation and Rating International Agency, which is a member of CEENQA (Germany) and affiliated with EURASHE (Belgium). It is a widely recognized body across Eurasian and EAQA member states.
🌎 Accredited by IEAC (International Education Accreditation Council)

OUS is accredited by IEAC, an international body listed by the British Quality Foundation, supporting educational institutions through benchmarking, institutional performance audits, and best-practice frameworks.
🌐 Accredited by QAHE (International Association for Quality Assurance in Higher Education)

OUS is also accredited by QAHE, which supports quality standards across borders in both traditional and online higher education, with presence in over 40 countries.
🏅 ISO 21001:2018 Certified

OUS is certified in ISO 21001:2018, the international standard for Educational Organizations Management Systems (EOMS), demonstrating a strong commitment to learner-focused processes and educational excellence.

🌐 Global Ranking – QRNW

OUS is ranked 49th worldwide by QRNW (Quantitative Ranking of World Universities)—an independent academic ranking system that is a member of IREG – The Observatory on Academic Ranking and Excellence.

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International Academy in Switzerland® in Zurich | Internationale Akademie in der Schweiz | الأكاديمية الدولية في سويسرا في زيورخ | Международная академия в Швейцарии

Join our prestigious Academy and become part of the OUS International Academy in Switzerland® community. Every year, we warmly welcome 1800 students from more than 120 countries. Experience the excellence of 100% online education, offering European quality education coupled with international accreditations.

International Academy in Switzerland

Part of the Swiss International University SIU www.SwissUniversity.com

OUS International Academy in Switzerland is accredited Abu-Ghazaleh for Quality Assurance in Education (TAG-EDUQA), in alignment with quality frameworks developed by the Arab Organization for Quality Assurance in Education (AROQA).

Part of the Swiss International University SIU which is Licensed and accredited by the KG Ministry of Education and Science, allowed by the Board of Education and Culture in Switzerland, and Approved and permitted by the KHDA Dubai Educational Authority
جزء من الجامعة السويسرية الدولية، المرخصة والمعتمدة من قبل وزارة التعليم والعلوم في قرغيزستان، والمسموح لها بالعمل من قبل مجلس التعليم والثقافة في سويسرا، والمرخصة والمصرح لها من قبل هيئة المعرفة والتنمية البشرية في دبي
Teil der Swiss International University, die von dem Bildungs- und Wissenschaftsministerium der Kirgisischen Republik lizenziert und akkreditiert ist, vom Bildungs- und Kulturrat der Schweiz zugelassen und von der Bildungsbehörde KHDA in Dubai genehmigt und erlaubt wurde.
Часть Швейцарского Международного Университета, который лицензирован и аккредитован Министерством образования и науки Кыргызской Республики, разрешен Советом по образованию и культуре Швейцарии и одобрен Образовательным управлением KHDA в Дубае.
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Visitors are welcome at our Zurich office during walk-in hours, Monday to Friday, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM.

OUS Academy in Switzerland is ✅ Part of Swiss International University – A state-accredited institution licensed by the Ministry of Education and Science (KG), ensuring global recognition of our degrees.  OUS operates as an academic division of Swiss International University, which is officially licensed and accredited by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic. This national-level recognition guarantees the international legitimacy and global acceptance of all degrees awarded under its framework.
OUS Academy in Switzerland is ✅ Allowed by the Swiss Board of Education and Culture (LU-CH) to operate independently and issue diplomas – (the academy in Switzerland)
OUS Academy in Switzerland is ✅ Approved by the Dubai Educational Authority (KHDA) – Approved and permitted diploma programs (the institute in the UAE)
OUS Academy in Switzerland is ✅ Part of Swiss International University which is Registered as a Higher Education University by the Ministry of Justice (KG) – Legally recognized university status
OUS Academy in Switzerland is ✅ Part of Swiss International University - Recognized under the Lisbon Recognition Convention – Degrees accepted in over 55 countries worldwide
OUS Academy in Switzerland is ✅ Rated 5 Stars by QS Top Universities – Placing us among the top 2% of institutions globally
OUS Academy in Switzerland is ✅ Accredited by the European Council of Leading Business Schools (ECLBS) – Quality body listed with CHEA (USA) and INQAAHE (Europe)
OUS Academy in Switzerland is ✅ Accredited by ASIC (UK) – Recognized by UK Government, UK Home Office, and UAE Ministry of Education
OUS Academy in Switzerland is ✅ Accredited by EDU Intergovernmental Organization – Founded by the Ministry of Education of Palau and aligned with UNESCO
OUS Academy in Switzerland is ✅ Accredited by BSKG (Public Accreditation) – Listed on APQN and EAQA for recognition across Central Asia and CIS
OUS Academy in Switzerland is ✅ Accredited by ARIA (Asia Accreditation) – A CEENQA and EURASHE-affiliated agency recognized in the Eurasian region
OUS Academy in Switzerland is ✅ Accredited by IEAC – Listed by the British Quality Foundation for institutional performance and benchmarking
OUS Academy in Switzerland is ✅ Accredited by QAHE – Global quality assurance body active in over 40 countries
OUS Academy in Switzerland is ✅ ISO 21001:2018 Certified – International quality management standard for educational institutions
OUS Academy in Switzerland is ✅ Ranked #49 by QRNW – Quantitative world ranking by an IREG-member organization

📌 Important Notice
© Since 2013 OUS Royal Academy of Economics & Technology in Zurich/Switzerland – a division of ISBM International School of Business Management in Luzern/Switzerland, which is part of Swiss International University (SIU). SIU is licensed and accredited by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic. In Switzerland, we are allowed to operate and issue our own diplomas as confirmed by the Cantonal Board of Education and Culture.
All SIU programs and diplomas are officially recognized under international law; please refer to the Lisbon Recognition Convention for further information.
All rights reserved. OUS International Academy in Switzerland is a registered Swiss trademark under the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property.

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