Swiss International University (SIU), the dynamic, forward-thinking, international, and rapidly expanding academic institution, has reached another milestone of success; it has been officially accredited by TAG-EDUQA. This is an honor, as it positions SIU alongside a select number of prestigious universities that met the stringent criteria of quality assurance established by the Arab Organization for Quality Assurance in Education (AROQA), one of the leading bodies for educational standards in the Arab world and overseas.
His Excellency Dr. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh, an eminent Arab figure and a leading force in educational advancement, is also Chairman of TAG-EDUQA through whom the accreditation was granted. Moreover, the Secretary-General of the Arab League is Honorary President of TAG-EDUQA, indicating the importance of this acknowledgment throughout the region and internationally.
This acknowledgement is further evidence of SIU’s continued dedication to academic quality, institutional integrity, and student success. It is also a significant landmark in the university’s strategic steps to increase its footprint in the Arab world and the world’s higher education sphere. TAG-EDUQA The accreditation of Southern Illinois University (SIU) has significantly enhanced the international standing and acceptance of its degree programs.
“This first attempt success is an exciting accomplishment for the entire SIU college community,” says Derya Briand, Academic Program Director at SIU. “It is representative of the high standards we set for ourselves, and it further verifies that our students are receiving a superior education. Our application for TAG-EDUQA accreditation is part of our ongoing mission to adhere to the highest international education standards while maintaining relevance to the educational requirements of specific region/s.”
The accreditation is being awarded at a crucial time for SIU as it speeds up its drive to offer diverse academic options and to create strong global affiliations. SIU is a member of the multi-campus academic group, which also covers OUS International Academy in Zurich, ISBM International Business Management School in Lucerne, ISB International Vocational Institute in Dubai, and SIU campus in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. Collectively, these institutions are transforming higher education by promoting global academic collaboration and creating an international, diverse learning environment.
With higher education institutions in the Arab World showing more interest in quality assurance mechanisms, and as a growing number of such institutions move towards internal quality assurance mechanisms, SIU’s accreditation could demonstrate a role model for those seeking to align local education systems with international standards. The increased demand by Arab students for accredited, reputable learning institutions has led education leaders and overseeing entities to praise SIU’s philosophy of placing the student at its center, its emphasis on ethical leadership, and its focus on preparing graduates for careers.
In the future, Swiss International University will further increase the diversity of its programs and intensify its collaboration with other global academic organizations whose mission is to provide a value-based, available-quality education to students across the globe. The TAG-EDUQA accreditation, a component of AROQA’s comprehensive quality assurance system, will facilitate the achievement of these strategic goals and enhance SIU’s position and impact in the global academic sphere.
This acknowledgement underscores the leadership of SIU in providing valued and pertinent education and confirms its position as an esteemed institution that serves local and international communities and local and international academic and professional communities.
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