UCN European Programmes
Accreditation

Accreditation & Quality Assurance

Accredited by the CONIES-ICHE Board of Accreditation, and aligned with recognised Quality Assurance frameworks.

Universidad Central de Nicaragua

UCN European Programmes is the approved European Branch Campus of Universidad Central de Nicaragua UCN. UCN is a fully recognised autonomous university authorised by the CNU in Nicaragua in 1997 and accredited by CNEA in Nicaragua in 2024. UCN is a member of IAU and CHEA International Quality Network and UDUAL and CONIES. www.ucn.edu.ni

Current

Recognitions & Accreditations

CNU

CNU - National Council of Universities, Nicaragua

UCN is authorised and recognised as Autonomous University by the CNU the National Council of Universities in Nicaragua by resolution in Session No. 10-98 of the 18 November 1998 according to the Law No 89 on the Autonomy of Institutions of Higher Education.

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CNEA

CNEA - National Council on Evaluation and Accreditation, Nicaragua

UCN was accredited in accordance with the Law establishing the National Council on Evaluation and Accreditation in Nicaragua by CNEA in March 2024.

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UCN International Institute Seal UCN Shield

UCN International Institute

UCN European Programmes is a member of the UCN International Institute, a Non-Profit Corporation registered in Delaware, USA. UCN International Institute stands for University Colleges Network.

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CONIES-ICHE INQAAHE

CONIES-ICHE Board of Accreditation

UCN European Programmes provides programmes and degrees accredited by CONIES-ICHE Board of Accreditation. CONIES-ICHE Board of Accreditation is recognised by the Founding member universities of CONIES Confederación Internacional de Educación Súperior and not endorsed or recognised by any government agency or public accreditation body. The Board is acting in full independence from the founding member universities and the autonomy is reflected in the development of its assessment functions. CONIES is a member of INQAAHE and APQN.

CONIES-ICHE, founded at Conference in 2012 by international member Universities, is devoted globally to enhancement of quality assurance in collaborative and transnational provision of postgraduate Master and Doctor programmes of recognised and authorised universities with degree awarding authority. The CONIES-ICHE Board of Accreditation does not accredit undergraduate programmes subject to regulatory authorities. CONIES is an Organizational Member of the American Accrediting Association AAA Certificate No. MP21103. CONIES Council on International Higher Education Supervision LLC. Delaware State File Number: 4154700. www.conies.org

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DGQZI AAA Accreditation

DGQZI Quality Certification International

UCN European Programmes is accredited by DGQZI Quality Certification International LLC, incorporated in the State of Delaware, Secretary of State, Division of Corporations, File Number 6097861. DGQZI is an Organizational Member of the American Accrediting Association AAA Certificate No. MP21104. DGQZI is accredited by AAA as Certification Body by Certificate No 5622203 in correspondence with ISO/IEC 17021-1:2015 to provide Management System Certification.

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CBIT

CBIT - Centre for Business and Information Technology (CMI & BCS)

UCN European Programmes qualifications are endorsed and the LMS provided by CBIT Limited registered in England and Wales - Centre for Business and Information Technology (CBIT) is committed to developing high-quality programmes and delivering exceptional learning experiences that transform the skills and knowledge of business and IT professionals, promote continuous learning and nurture career growth. CBIT promote, inspire, and enhance performance with their innovative business and IT programmes to help professionals be their best.

Recognised by The Chartered Management Institute (CMI)

CBIT business programmes secured a prestigious stamp of approval with recognition from the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), reflecting their commitment to excellence as they align with the CMI Quality Benchmark and uphold the rigorous professional standards set by the Chartered Management Institute.

CBIT business programmes are recognised by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) and benchmarked against CMI's Professional Standard framework, built in consultation with industry experts and grounded in 75 years of management and leadership expertise to equip learners with key skills to drive success and make an immediate impact.

Benefits of CMI Recognised Programmes
  • CMI Professional Standards - CMI recognition guarantees the quality of CBIT business programmes by aligning with the CMI Quality Benchmark, equipping learners to gain skills and make an immediate impact.
  • Foundation Chartered Manager (fCMgr) Status - Learners get Foundation Chartered Manager (fCMgr) status upon completing a business programme, setting them on the pathway to becoming a Chartered Manager (CMgr).
  • CMI Membership - Learners benefit from CMI membership throughout the programme, unlocking thousands of resources to identify their strengths and weaknesses and support their ongoing management development.
  • Pathway to Chartered Manager (CMgr) - After achieving fCMgr status by completing a CBIT business programme, learners can come closer to achieving the goal of becoming a fully-fledged Chartered Manager.

Accreditation from BCS - The Chartered Institute for IT

CBIT are proud to have received BCS Tech10 Accreditation from BCS - The Chartered Institute for IT for their selected IT programmes, which sets a benchmark for quality in the technology industry. The BCS Tech10 Accreditation of CBIT programmes demonstrates that they meet exacting standards. Together with BCS, CBIT are committed to elevating education standards and preparing professionals to meet the tech industry's most ambitious challenges.

Benefits of BCS Tech10 Accredited Programmes
  • Rigorous Standards - The BCS Tech10 Accreditation on CBIT programmes ensures that their delivery meets rigorous standards and that their content, teaching, and delivery align with the current and future priorities of the technology industry.
  • Valued by Employers - The skills taught are independently assessed, adding value and recognition from employers worldwide, providing an advantage over other job applicants and enhancing employability.
  • BCS Digital Badge - Upon successfully completing one of the BCS Tech10 Accredited programmes, learners receive a digital badge to showcase their participation and use on their CV, LinkedIn, etc.
  • BCS Membership - Completing a BCS Tech10 Accredited programme at CBIT gives learners a 20% discount on BCS membership.
We Evolve World

We Evolve World

UCN European Programmes is accredited by We Evolve World for the Level 8 Research PhD programmes in Social and Behavioural Sciences.

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History

Accreditation History & Expired Accreditations

QUALIFI - 2023

In 2023 UCN European Programmes was accredited by Qualifi as a Centre providing Level 7 and Level 8 diploma qualifications in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice.

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OTHM - 2023

In 2023 UCN European Programmes was accredited by OTHM as a Centre providing a number of Level 7 diploma qualifications in Business and Research subject areas.

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The CPD Certification Service - 2022

In 2022 The CPD Certification Service certified that Universidad Central de Nicaragua UCN is a MEMBER of The CPD Certification Service providing recognised independent CPD accreditation compatible with global CPD principles.

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ASIC - 2013-2017

In 2013 UCN was the first Central American university ever to be accredited by ASIC Accreditation Service for Independent Schools, Colleges and Universities, a UK Home Office recognised accrediting body. UCN achieved Premier University status. Former Premier University accredited by ASIC 2013-2017.

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Quality Assurance Commission (QAC) - 2013-2016

Also in 2013 UCN was accredited by the Quality Assurance Commission, a Supporting Body for Accreditation in Higher Education in the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth, formerly registered with Higher Education Statistics Agency as Accreditation Body. Accreditation 2013-2016.

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AABPS - 2013

UCN European Programmes was accredited in 2013 by AABPS Accrediting and Assessment Bureau for Post-Secondary Schools, a former Ofqual recognised awarding organisation in England and Wales.

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AQ Austria - 2012-2022

Between 2012 and 2022 UCN European Programmes was registered in accordance with § 27 of the Act of Quality Assurance in Higher Education by the Austrian Ministry of Science and Research (2012-2014), and by the Agency for Quality Assurance and Accreditation Austria (2015-2022). The registration listed various higher education degree programmes legally offered and conducted in or from Austria.

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