This recognition affirms Glion’s compliance with the Swiss Higher Education Act and European standards, reinforcing the global value of its degrees and academic model.
Key benefits of the accreditation include:
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Stronger international recognition and graduate employability
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Improved academic mobility and credit transfer across Europe
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Greater research opportunities and access to funding
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Ongoing institutional quality assurance
To achieve this, Glion met five evaluation areas and 18 quality standards, including governance, teaching, resources and communication.
Philippe Vignon, Managing Director, said “We are honoured to receive this accreditation, which reflects the outstanding commitment of our faculty, staff, and students. It strengthens the value of a Glion degree and our capacity to contribute meaningfully to the global education landscape. As we enter this new phase, we remain dedicated to upholding the highest standards of Swiss higher education.”
Founded in 1962, Glion offers hospitality, luxury and finance degrees across campuses in Switzerland and London. It ranks sixth globally for hospitality and leisure management in the 2025 QS World University Rankings by Subject and third for employer reputation.