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The International University (IU), Vienna is an American private institution calling itself "University", with a campus located in Vienna, Austria, with a subsidiary in Kiev, (Ukraine). It was founded in 1981 as "European Christian College". In 2003, IU's university accreditation was withdrawn by the Austrian Accreditation Council.

Programmes

• Undergraduate:
  • Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
  • Bachelor of Arts in Diplomatic Studies (BADS)
  • Bachelor of Arts in Global Business & International Relations (BAGBIR)

• Graduate:
  • Advanced/Master of Arts in Diplomatic & Strategic Studies (A/MADSS)
  • Master of International Business (MIB)
  • Master of Business Administration (MBA)

• Doctorate

"Christian Dimension"

The International University states that since its founding, it has been based on Christian principles as emphasised in the Bible. This "Christian dimension" is expressed in the following:

• Biblical history, literature and philosophy courses form part of the General Education requirements.
• The International University's Board and Administration, and some of International University's staff, faculty and students are committed to the Christian faith.
• IU’s Convocation emphasizes Bible reading and prayer, in addition to guest speakers on a variety of current topics.
• People who believe in the value of Christian education make sacrificial donations to help international students have the opportunity to study their chosen majors and also learn more about Christianity.
• IU provides opportunities for Christian worship and service.

Legal status of academic degrees

Academic degrees granted by IU Vienna within the period of accreditation (4 January 2001 through 31 July 2003) are legal in Austria and other EU countries. Any degrees granted after the revocation of accreditation came into force (i.e. after 31 July 2003), lack accredited status, and their use may be restricted or illegal in some jurisdictions. The university states that its degrees are licensed in Alabama, but as an unaccredited institution use of these degrees in some contexts within the United States and elsewhere may also be restricted or illegal. For example, the Office of Degree Authorization of Oregon lists International University Vienna as an unaccredited foreign degree supplier and advises "employers, potential students, potential clients and others doing business with users of these degrees" to "take appropriate steps to determine the true nature of the credentials ... in order to ensure that degrees are genuine and are being used legally".

Withdrawal of university accreditation

Between January 2001 and July 2003, IU Vienna was accredited as a private university by the accreditation council of the Austrian government. The initial accreditation had been granted only for a period of three years due to concerns on some critical issues (recruitment of scientific staff, research, library). In 2003, the accreditation was withdrawn by the council by 31 July 2003.

Currently the IUV is in the accreditation process with the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs ACBSP (see website of the ACBSP: The IUV is listed as an Educational Institution Member with Baccalaureate/Graduate Candidacy – Status). The ACBSP is recognized by the U.S. Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and operates as an accreditation agency over 20 years. According to the IUV-Website the accreditation process should be finished at the end of 2009.

References

1. International University: Akkreditierung aberkannt, ORF.at (German)
2. "Christian Dimension", website of IU
3. License by Alabama, website of IU Vienna
4. Oregon Office of Degree Authorization: List of unaccredited foreign degree suppliers
5. Austrian accreditation council: Revocation of IUV's accreditation

http://www.asiaone.com/News/Education/Story/A1Story20080916-88053.html

External links

• International University, Vienna
• Austrian Accreditation Council

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• Education in Vienna
• Unaccredited institutions of higher learning
• Educational institutions established in 1981