AMU’s Global Headquarters is located at 11 Magdeburg St. in Paris, France. AMU has a US regional admnistration office that is headquartered in 1126 W. Foothill Blvd, #165, Upland, California, 91786. We are a certified non-profit registered in France.
The university operates within compliance with the French Ministry of Education for Private Learning Establishments. We are a private, non-contracted (hors contrat) distance learning institution, legally authorized to operate under the Code de l’Éducation Articles L444-1 to L444-11 and R444-1 to R444-28.
AMU provides an accessible education thanks to our belief in flexibility. At American Management University, we believe we can make a difference.
American Management University registered it’s global headquarters in France as a Non-profit Organization in 2024. Click to see registration.
American Management University is formally approved as a distance learning establishment by the Rector of the Paris Academy, under the jurisdiction of the French Ministry of National Education and Youth. Click to see document.
🔍 To verify our authorization, visit the French Ministry of Education Registry (here) and search:
“American Management University”
We are a private, non-contracted (hors contrat) distance learning institution, legally authorized to operate under the Code de l’Éducation Articles L444-1 to L444-11 and R444-1 to R444-28. Our authorization serves as a formal legal declaration of our operations in France. All instruction is in English.
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AMU is the first IARC accredited university in the United States. See our letter here. The accreditation is in partnership of QAHE and involved an evaluation of curriculum, faculty qualifications, and learning systems. Our listing can also be verified on the IARC website here. IARC is based in the Kyrgyz Republic, and is approved by their Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Education in Moldova. See IARC’s registration certificate with the Kyrgyz Ministry of Education here. IARC is a full member of INQAAHE. See their listing here.
American Management University is proud to be a member of the Association for Transnational Higher Education Accreditation (ATHEA). Headquartered in Austria, ATHEA is a European-based quality assurance organization that supports forward-thinking, globally focused institutions committed to academic excellence. ATHEA operates in alignment with the Standards and Guidelines for Quality Assurance in the European Higher Education Area (ESG), and is currently in the process of seeking official listing with the European Quality Assurance Register (EQAR), which represents adherence to the principles of the Bologna Process. Membership with ATHEA reflects AMU’s dedication to providing accessible, internationally oriented higher education that meets evolving global standards. AMU will soon pursue official accreditation with ATHEA. See our listing on the official ATHEA website.
American Management University (AMU) is a proud member of the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), a leading international organization that accredits business education programs at all degree levels, from associate to doctoral. Founded in 1988, ACBSP is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) in the United States and serves over 1,200 member campuses across more than 60 countries. ACBSP emphasizes teaching excellence, student learning outcomes, and continuous improvement through its accreditation process. AMU’s membership reflects our commitment to aligning our Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) program with ACBSP’s rigorous standards and global best practices. This affiliation strengthens the academic credibility of our DBA offering and positions AMU to pursue full programmatic accreditation in the future, ensuring that our students benefit from a relevant, outcomes-driven education rooted in excellence. Find our listing here: https://acbsp.org/search/newsearch.asp
American Management University is an Educational Member of the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE) located at located at 11960 Quivira Road in Overland Park, Kansas, USA. Educational members have not yet undergone accreditation reviews and do not have business programs that are accredited by the IACBE. Please view our member status page https://iacbe.org/accreditation/member-status-information/
American Management University is a proud member of the European Council for Business Education (ECBE). ECBE is a recognized European accrediting body committed to promoting excellence in business education across Europe and beyond. As a member, AMU aligns with ECBE’s mission to support institutions that provide high-quality, innovative, and student-centered business and management programs. This membership reinforces AMU’s commitment to continuous improvement, international relevance, and the development of globally competent business leaders.
International Alliance of Business Professionals (IABP), U.S., a non-profit professional association is an organization dedicated to helping professionals network with one another, mentorship, and business research. AMU is an official partner of IABP and students are encouraged to join IABP to share their research with fellow students and professional at conferences held by the organization. Authorization of IABP can be seen here.
American Management University has gained Membership status from the Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges and Universities (ASIC). Membership certificate can be viewed here.
American Management University has gained Membership status from the Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges and Universities (ASIC).
American Management University has gained Membership status from the Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges and Universities (ASIC). ASIC is recognised by UKVI in UK and is a full member of The International Network for Quality Assurance Agencies in Higher Education (INQAAHE), is a member of the BQF (British Quality Foundation) and is an institutional member of EDEN (European Distance and E-Learning Network).
Mercosul Accreditation Agency is a renowned organization providing private institutional and programmatic accreditation for higher education institutions with an international reach. Backed by a team of dedicated experts, MACCA is committed to upholding high-quality standards and helping institutions achieve global educational excellence. Membership certificate can be viewed here.
Its private accreditation process ensures adherence to the highest academic and professional standards. We are proud to share that AMU is accredited by MACCA, reflecting our unwavering commitment to delivering world-class education and meeting globally recognized benchmarks of quality. Below is the link for the accreditation:
https://maccaedu.org/universidades-credenciadas/
American Management University (AMU) is a Higher Education Institution (HEI). AMU is accredited by IARC, signifying that the institution meets the rigorous standards and guidelines set forth by the accrediting body. This accreditation authorizes AMU to offer private postsecondary education programs and grant degrees in accordance with California state law. AMU is a prominent international provider of academic qualifications in transnational education. The institution is also approved as an Affiliate Member of the CONIES-ICHE Board of Accreditation, recognized by the founding member universities of the CONIES Confederación Internacional de Educación Superior. This board is accredited by the BQS Board of Quality Standards (INQAAHE member) as a Management System Certification Body (ISO 17021). CONIES is also a member of INQAAHE and APQN. The Board operates independently from the founding member universities, ensuring its autonomy in developing assessment functions. View Here
Certificate No.: CONIES-BOA-MEM-AMU-20112024
Date of Issuance: 20.11.2024
American Management University (AMU) is proud to announce that it has recently been accredited by the Independent Commission on Higher Education (ICHE). This full institutional accreditation certifies that AMU meets the rigorous standards set by the ICHE, ensuring the quality and integrity of its academic programs. The accreditation confirms AMU’s commitment to providing high-quality education in accordance with established guidelines. This recognition marks a significant milestone for AMU as it continues to grow and expand its educational offerings to students globally.
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American Management University (AMU) is pleased to announce that its 120-hour TESOL certification program has been accredited by ACCREDITAT, a respected international accreditation body specializing in TESOL and language education. This accreditation recognizes that AMU’s TESOL program meets rigorous international standards for curriculum quality, instructor expertise, and learner outcomes. With this distinguished endorsement from ACCREDITAT, AMU reinforces its commitment to providing exceptional language education training, preparing educators for successful teaching careers worldwide.
You can also find our listing on the Accreditat website, here.
AMU is accredited by the International Association for Quality Assurance in Pre-tertiary and Higher Education (QAHE) view the list of members here. The objective is to ensure and strengthen quality assurance in education and training institutions worldwide, specifically through academic accreditation and educational accreditation. This entails enhancing cooperation between similar quality assurance bodies or organizations focused on academic and educational accreditation, as well as fostering collaboration with other regional and international quality assurance organizations dedicated to maintaining and improving educational standards. View our accreditation certificate here.
AMU also has validation agreements with several other universities in Europe and in the United States. Ask us about our other partners if you are interested in dual degrees. What this means is that a student may graduate from AMU and pay an additional fee to our partner. This allows our students to receive two degrees at the same time!
Our goal is to offer the world an accessible, quality higher education. We offer many flexible options to fit the many needs of current and future executive leaders. Come and join American Management University.
