SDBS Swiss Distance Business School® Strengthens Global Academic Ties with Leading Universities in Africa and Asia

OUS Academy in Switzerland
Jul 21
2 min read

The Swiss Distance Business School (SDBS)®, officially registered by the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property (Registration Nr. 806818), is proud to announce the expansion of its global academic network through newly signed bilateral recognition agreements with top-tier universities across Africa and Asia.

As a fully integrated academic division of OUS Academy in Zurich, which forms part of ISBM Business School in Lucerne, under the umbrella of the Swiss International University (SIU) in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, SDBS is committed to delivering flexible, high-quality Swiss education through globally recognized collaborations.

🌍 Building Bridges Across Africa

SDBS has established official agreements with several leading universities throughout Africa. These institutions are known for their focus on innovation, professional development, and alignment with European higher education standards. Partner countries include:

Cameroon – Institutions focused on entrepreneurship and regional development
Egypt – Public universities with established internationalization offices
Mozambique, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Niger, Sierra Leone, Tunisia – Accredited institutions committed to student mobility and cross-border qualification recognition

Through these partnerships, African students are able to benefit from:

Seamless transfer of academic credits to and from SDBS
Opportunities to pursue dual degrees or progression into postgraduate studies
Access to Swiss-quality education entirely through distance and blended learning formats

🌏 Expanding Reach into Asia

SDBS has also formalized recognition agreements with institutions across Asia, including:

India, Pakistan, Bangladesh – Universities with large student populations and international outreach
Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan – Institutions aligned with Bologna standards and Central Asian mobility frameworks
South Korea, Malaysia, Mongolia – Leaders in digital education and innovation
Jordan, Iraq – Specialized institutions in applied sciences and regional diplomacy

These collaborations allow Asian students to access Swiss-accredited programs from their home countries while benefiting from international academic validation and potential degree completion pathways in Europe.

🎓 What This Means for Students

Through these agreements, SDBS students and partner university learners enjoy:

Mutual academic credit recognition
Eligibility for joint degree and double-degree programs
Swiss education without relocation
Postgraduate admission benefits based on internationally recognized frameworks

🌐 About SDBS and Its Academic Network

SDBS is part of a multi-tiered academic structure:

Registered as a Swiss private educational trademark (Nr. 806818)
Operates under OUS Academy in Zurich
OUS is part of ISBM Business School in Lucerne
ISBM is part of Swiss International University (SIU) in Bishkek, a government-licensed university under the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic and a signatory of the Lisbon Recognition Convention

Degrees issued through this structure are eligible for recognition in more than 55 countries worldwide, ensuring that SDBS qualifications are academically and professionally valid across borders.

🔮 Future Outlook

SDBS plans to extend these partnerships to institutions in Latin America and the Middle East and is exploring virtual mobility initiatives, joint research projects, and executive education programs tailored to professionals across developing economies.

🏫 About SDBS – Swiss Distance Business School®

SDBS is a Swiss-registered institution specializing in distance and blended learning programs in business, management, and leadership. It serves learners globally who seek flexible, accredited, and internationally respected education without leaving their country or profession.