Member Directory

Accredited Members

Accreditation Members have successfully completed a self-evaluation, passed a site evaluation, and been accepted into accreditation status by the Board of Commissioners. The ATHEA Accredited Institutions have legal authorization to operate as an educational institution in their jurisdiction, have students in an academic programme, been in existence for at least 3 years, and offer and teach at least one of their own institution’s programmes.  In addition, they must have at least 2 cycles of graduates (students that start and finish the programme) from their institution.

BSN Business School Netherlands

Business School Netherlands (BSN)
(Accredited through 2029)

Business School Netherlands (BSN) is a Dutch state-recognized University of Applied Sciences with their headquarters in The Netherlands. BSN offers MBA, DBA and Executive Management programmes through Action Learning since 1988. These programmes are offered locally and internationally. BSN has 10 educational sites in countries in Europe, Asia, South America and Africa. Certified also by the Swiss EduQua, they issue degrees accredited by the Dutch-Flanders Accreditation Organisation (NVAO) and the American Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). Business School Netherlands is famous for introducing the successful Action Learning approach in degree programmes in over 10 countries.

ISM International School of Management

International School of Management (ISM)
(Accredited through 2027)

Headquartered in Paris, and with partner institutions in New York, Shanghai, New Delhi, São Paulo and Cape Town, the International School of Management (ISM) gives students the global perspective they need to thrive as modern business leaders. Our accredited IMBA, DBA and PhD offer high-level executives the flexibility to study around their busy professional and personal lives. Our degrees are taught in small, diverse groups to maximise contact with our world-class professors, and to heighten exposure to different ideas and business cultures. ISM students also become part of a supportive community of alumni and staff. This community serves as their global professional network, giving them access to a lifetime of cross-cultural ideas and career opportunities.

MSM Maastricht School of Management

Maastricht School of Management (MSM)
(Accredited through 2024)

Founded in 1952, Maastricht School of Management (MSM) is one of the oldest and most international business schools in the Netherlands. MSM offers research-driven and internationally accredited programs in management, amongst others MBA, Master and Doctorate degrees programs. Its research-based Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) program is ranked number two in the world. Additionally MSM offers many shorter professional and executive courses, as well as tailor-made programs in a broad range of expertise areas specifically designed to help organizations successfully deal with today’s global market challenges. MSM is located in the beautiful historical city of Maastricht in the Netherlands – right in the heart of Europe. MSM offers its programs in Maastricht and across the world through collaboration with various partner institutions. Around 1,000 students graduate every year from MSM’s programs, and MSM alumni occupy top positions in business, government and academia. MSM has been recognized for its innovativeness by the Association of MBA’s (AMBA), and for its contribution to the internationalization of Dutch Higher Education, by the Nuffic.

United Institute (UI)
(Accredited through 2024)

Dedicated to cross-cultural education with a global perspective since 2002, United Institute is a multi-campus and multi-disciplinary private higher education institution with its HQ in Switzerland and branches across Europe and Japan. Its constituent schools UIBS and ECLS offer flexible study programs at the Undergraduate (Bachelor/BBA) and (Post)Graduate (Master/MBA and Doctorate/DBA) level leading to private (programmatically-accredited) degrees.

Business School Lausanne (BSL)
(Accredited through 2030)

Established in 1987, Business School Lausanne (BSL) is a private business school located in western Switzerland and is part of the Lemania Group of Swiss Private Schools. BSL was the first European business school to receive ACBSP certification in 1996. Today, BSL’s ACBSP-accredited degree programs include BBA, Master, MBA, Executive MBA, and DBA programs. At BSL, students of sixty nationalities and diverse backgrounds join our experienced and practice-oriented faculty.

BSL ranked #2 for its Master in International Business and #4 for its MBA in the QS Global Business Masters and MBA Rankings 2019. BSL’s DBA program also ranked #2 in the Global DBA Euro Rankings in 2019 and was shortlisted by CEO Magazine as part of their premier programs. BSL is a member of EFMD and a champion of the Principles of Responsible Management Education (U.N. backed PRME) and is a member of the esteemed AACSB Business Education Alliance.

Institutional Members

Institutional Membership is the entry into the ATHEA accreditation process and the starting point for all members who are on a path towards accreditation. The institution must have legal authorization to operate as an educational institution, have students in an academic programme, be in existence for at least 1 year, and offer and teach at least one of their own institution’s programmes.

EUCLID

Euclid University

EUCLID (Pôle Universitaire Euclide/Euclid University) is a specialized intergovernmental university established in 2008 with official headquarters in Bangui, Central African Republic since 2011. It offers online programs in government administration-related fields such as diplomacy, climate change, energy policy, and global health. EUCLID’s charter was published in the United Nations Treaty Series in 2010, and the university is a partner or member of several other intergovernmental institutions such as IACA, CAFRAD and ECOWAS.

HRD Global (MSM Kuwait)

HRD Global is a Kuwaiti Limited Liability Company that offers organizational development, HR and management solutions, training and education, and consultancy services. HRD is highly experienced in providing human resources management services on an outsourcing basis. HRD is dedicated to delivering superior management solutions and learning experiences.

HRD Global provides, through its own (the only) post-graduate college in Kuwait, a range of human resources activities, including post-graduate education, which assists businesses and organizations to achieve greater results in their endeavours. The post-graduate education segment consists of an array of courses (MBA and other master’s programs) across multiple areas of specialisation. This has been achieved through a partnership with Maastricht University’s Maastricht School of Management (MSM-UM), a Netherlands-based educational institution offering management education to the global market by systematically combining education, technical assistance, and research. This partnership model can be the basis for further expansion in the future with other universities and colleges as well.

Horizons University

Horizons University

Horizons University seeks to provide a practical, one-on-one learning experience for students through innovative study opportunities, a strong global focus, and personalized instruction tailored to individual learning goals. Horizons University was founded in 1998. Horizons is a nonprofit, on-campus and online business and liberal arts University. Horizons University offers a variety of accredited degree programs in the business field (BBA, MBA and DBA programs) along with online Masters degrees in International Education, Cross-Cultural Communication and French Language and Culture.

IFM Business School

Established in 1971, IFM Business School (IFM), a distinguished, accredited, and globally recognized private institution, stands out for its innovative approach. . With over five decades of delivering Swiss-quality education, IFM is esteemed for its rigorous academic standards and extensive business expertise. Located strategically in the vibrant hub of Geneva, IFM offers students unparalleled access to the heart of the business world.

IFM’s dedication to innovation is evident in the dynamic, hands-on teaching methodology crafted by proficient Faculty in collaboration with industry leaders. IFM’s progressive curriculum prepares students to navigate today’s business landscape, fostering an innovative, sustainable, digital, and entrepreneurial mindset conducive to professional success.

IFM prioritizes student success. The personalized and supportive learning environment features modern facilities, cutting-edge technology, and dedicated coaching. This facilitates an immersive learning experience characterized by interactive classes led by seasoned academic and industry professionals who ensure students receive the guidance and support needed to thrive.

The University of Georgia

Located in Tbilisi, Georgia, The University of Georgia (UG) is one of the largest private universities in the country, about 8000 local and international students. The University has accredited programs on three levels of higher education (Bachelor, Master and PhD) in English and Georgian languages.
According to the latest university rankings published by the international organization – Webometrics, which ranks universities worldwide according to scientific research and scientific activity on the web, the University of Georgia is the highest-ranking private university in Georgia. Moreover, it in the top 7 of the regional educational institutions.
UG is distinguished by the disciplined educational process and modern infrastructure, enabling its students to acquire quality education and practical skills. For this reason, graduates of The University of
The University of Georgia is proud of its diverse community with cross cultural awareness. Its multicultural environment shapes intelligent, educated individuals with human values capable to meet modern challenges. The objective of the University of Georgia, being one of the leading universities, is to encourage the personal development of each student and mold her/him as a highly qualifies professional.

Boston City Campus

Established in 1997, Boston City Campus (BCC) is a registered and accredited private higher education institution in South Africa offering a range of qualifications in the open distance and e-learning modality. BCC is committed to enhancing, uplifting, and continuously improving the quality of education and training. Its qualification types include a Postgraduate Diploma, several Bachelors Degrees, Diplomas and Higher Certificates. Programme offerings cut across several academic disciplines, including business and management studies, accounting, law, computer sciences, consumer studies, and social sciences. BCC is accredited internationally by the British Accreditation Council (BAC), United Kingdom, and is a Candidate for Accreditation for specific programmes with the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), United States of America.

Affiliate Members

An Affiliated Membership is reserved for institutions and corporations that are associated with higher education wish to learn, be informed, and potentially receive assistance from ATHEA relative to quality improvement in higher education. Affiliated Institutions are not necessarily on an immediate path for accreditation, rather perhaps at a later time the Affiliated Institution’s institution will be ready to embark on obtaining ATHEA. Affiliated Institutions may also be corporations who would like to sponsor and support the activities of ATHEA.

Important Note: Affiliated Members are not reviewed by ATHEA. Being listed as an Affiliate Member does not imply an endorsement or validation of the Affiliate Member, rather it is a demonstration of the Affiliate Member’s support of ATHEA and ATHEA’s mission.

Peregrine Global Services

Peregrine Global Services is a globally recognized leader in providing online assessment services, online educational services, and higher education support services to institutions of higher education and academic organizations.

AEEN

AEEN – The Spanish Association of Business Schools

AEEN, The Spanish Association of Business Schools is a group created to protect and strengthen the value of private schools and especially professional masters as a way to access the labor market and a growth tool for companies.

EIU-Paris – European International University

The European International University (EIU-Paris) is a private education establishment authorized by the French Ministry of National Education, as well as Higher Education, Research, and Innovation in accordance with the French Education Act (Code de l’Education Articles L 444-1 to 444-11 and R 444-1 to 444-28). EIU-Paris was founded with a vision to offer international-type programs and qualifications to the global student market. EIU-Paris offers a range of international-type degree programs such as BEd, BSITDS, BBA, MBA, MSIET, MSMHP, MSITDS, DBA, DMan, EdD, PsyD, and PhD. The university takes pride in achieving 5 QS Star Ratings for Teaching Quality and Online Learning Platform criteria. EIU-Paris undergoes or is planning to undergo audits and quality assurance processes by internationally acclaimed bodies such as ATHEA, ACBSP, ECBE, and BGA, and is committed to continuing to pave the way for excellence, innovation, and global impact.

ERAU Embry-Riddle Auronautical University

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, the world’s largest, fully accredited university specializing in aviation and aerospace, is a nonprofit, independent institution offering more than 75 baccalaureates, masters, and Ph.D. degree programs in its colleges of Arts & Sciences, Aviation, Business, Engineering, and Security & Intelligence. Embry-Riddle educates students at residential campuses in Daytona Beach, Fla., and Prescott, Ariz.; online; and through the Worldwide Campus’ network of education facilities in the United States, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. The university is a major research center, seeking solutions to real-world problems in partnership with the aerospace industry, other universities, and government agencies.

European Leadership University

European Leadership University is a university that aims to bridge the skills gap in the tech field through its unique educational model. We offer degree programmes to equip you with the skills that are highly demanded by employers of the digital economy. Join ELU programmes for a brighter future!

TC Business School

TC Business School (TCBS) is a Czech educational institution offering MBA programme based on principles of Learning Organisation and Action Learning. The MBA programme has been developed and delivered in the Czech Republic in partnership with Business School Netherlands since 1998 in order to address local and international management challenges of organisations, mainly small and medium-size enterprises.

VSEM University of Economics and Management Prague

University of Economics and Management (VSEM)

University of Economics and Management (VSEM) was founded in 2001. VSEM realize study programs in economic and social areas (Bachelor, Master, MBA, Ph.D. degree) for nearly 3 000 students. VSEM supports freedom of thinking, research, and the expression of opinions and ideas. Internationalization is our core value, touching directly on issues of social and curricular relevance, institutional quality and prestige, and national competitiveness and innovation potential. VSEM represents the higher education enterprise that proudly welcomes students from all over the world. VSEM combines its master programmes with start-up accelerator facilities for student entrepreneurs to whom we offer mentoring services, investment grants, office space and equipment and other support. Located in heart of Europe, Prague that is considered as the leading location for start-up accelerator activities in the region, attracted by investors from all over the world.