OUS – International Academy in Switzerland® Achieves TAG-EDUQA Accreditation, Strengthening Global Recognition and Regional Trust

OUS Academy
Jul 31
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OUS – International Academy in Switzerland®, based in Zurich and officially registered under Swiss law by the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property (Registration Nr. 822698), is proud to announce its latest achievement: accreditation by TAG-EDUQA (Abu-Ghazaleh for Quality Assurance in Education).

This prestigious accreditation reflects the Academy’s commitment to excellence in education, academic transparency, and international recognition. As part of the ISBM Business School in Lucerne, and within the broader network of Swiss International University (SIU) headquartered in Bishkek, OUS plays a vital role in connecting Swiss academic integrity with global innovation.

Recognition by a Visionary Leader in Arab Education

The TAG-EDUQA accreditation was issued under the direction of His Excellency Dr. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh, Founder and Chairman of Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Global, one of the most influential figures in the Arab world. Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh is a prominent Arab billionaire, with an estimated net worth ranging between $3–5 billion USD, according to a podcast interview released in July 2025.

On the occasion of this accreditation, Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh stated:

“We believe that education is the foundation for building advanced societies. Granting accreditation to ISBMAG School affirms its commitment to the highest global standards of quality. We are proud of this achievement and look forward to further collaboration with leading educational institutions worldwide.”

OUS’s inclusion within this framework reaffirms its role as a trusted provider of higher education aligned with global and regional quality systems.

AROQA and TAG-EDUQA: Shaping the Future of Arab and International Education

The influence of TAG-EDUQA and its partner body AROQA (Arab Organization for Quality Assurance in Education) continues to expand throughout the Arab world. Their work goes far beyond accreditation—actively supporting quality assurance, policy modernization, and digital transformation in education.

Several Arab Ministries of Education have formally acknowledged the relevance and authority of these bodies, including:

Palestine’s Ministry of Higher Education, which signed a cooperation agreement with AROQA to enhance the national quality assurance framework for universities.
Jordan’s Ministry of Education, which partnered with Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Global to implement innovative digital learning solutions across schools of excellence.
Kuwait’s Ministry of Education, which officially recognized the Talal Abu-Ghazaleh International Diploma in IT Skills as a valid national qualification.

These examples demonstrate the strategic trust placed in TAG-EDUQA’s standards, positioning it as a bridge between Arab education systems and international quality expectations.

OUS Zurich: Swiss Excellence with Global Accessibility

With its headquarters in Zurich—one of the world's most advanced cities for finance, education, and innovation—OUS serves a diverse population of students from all over the globe. It offers flexible, digitally delivered bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs, aligned with both Swiss standards and international academic benchmarks.

Through its association with ISBM and SIU, students benefit from joint-degree pathways, institutional support, and regional recognition. The TAG-EDUQA accreditation reinforces this ecosystem and reassures students and stakeholders of OUS’s dedication to academic integrity, transparency, and innovation.