It is now one of only 50 accredited institutions worldwide that focuses exclusively on undergraduate business education.
The university was one of the first accredited institutions to offer online distance learning, in 1989.
The agency maintains a complete list of accredited institutions and programs online.
During the accreditation process, the school was visited by deans of business schools from accredited institutions.
While education traditionally remains largely in the hands of the state there are several accredited private institutions in the city.
Following is a range of accredited institutions making on-line inroads.
There is also a small number of accredited private secondary and higher education institutions.
The title is protected by law, and may only be used by accredited institutions under certain conditions.
At the time of validation in 2007, there was no requirement for the university to work only with accredited institutions.
Students who receive Federal financial aid can attend only accredited institutions.