About Vern University
VERN’ University is a leading Croatian higher education institution founded in 1990, located in
Zagreb, the capital of Croatia. An EU member state university operating fully within the
European Higher Education Area (EHEA) and the Bologna Process, VERN’ is recognised for its
international academic orientation, strong industry connections, and sustained commitment to
quality assurance. The university hosts approximately 1,850 students and 200 lecturers, and
offers 10 undergraduate and 7 graduate programmes across disciplines including business,
media and communications, information and communication technology, tourism, and applied
arts.
VERN’ is the first Croatian university to receive the Superbrands distinction a recognition it has
maintained for 20 consecutive years and is consistently ranked among Croatia's top
universities by QUDAL (Quality Medal). Its research strengths include entrepreneurship, digital
media, sustainable tourism, and business-IT integration.
Accreditatoins and Recognition
| AACSB | EFMD / EPAS | EESPIG | Grandes Écoles | PRME |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Accredited July 2025 |
Re-accredited 2020 |
French Gov. Label |
Elite French Network |
Elite French Network |
WHAT THESE ACCREDITATIONS MEAN FOR STUDENTS
AACSB accreditation is the world's most prestigious business school designation, held by fewer
than 6% of institutions globally. For students, an AACSB-accredited credential is specifically
recognised by multinational employers, Fortune 500 companies, and international graduate
schools — providing a permanent mark of quality on every certificate issued. EFMD/EPAS
accreditation confirms that the specific programmes offered through the ICHS-IPAG partnership
meet European peer-reviewed academic standards. The EESPIG label signals that IPAG operates as a non-profit institution in the public interest, reinvesting resources into educational
quality rather than shareholder return.
PROGRAMMES OFFERED THROUGH ICHS
| MBA | DBA | Certificates |
|---|---|---|
|
Master of Business Administration — 1 academic year, 100% online, delivered by ICHS, certified by IPAG. |
Doctor of Business Administration — 3-year applied research doctorate, up to 2 extension years, delivered by ICHS, certified by IPAG. |
The VERN’ University certificate is issued automatically upon successful completion of all ICHS programme requirements. No separate dissertation defence is required. The VERN’ certificate awards the general MBA or DBA title without specialisation; the ICHS certificate reflects the student’s chosen specialisation. |
ABOUT THE ICHS–VERN PARTNERSHIP
Through our affiliated British Eagles (AACSCB member ) as the executive education and
delivery partner, this collaboration enables dual ICHS and VERN validated programme
pathways offering:
● European academic oversight and quality assurance
● Practice-oriented, industry-aligned learning
● International exposure through mobility and collaboration
