Institutional standing

Licensure & accreditation

American Open University operates within recognised regulatory and academic quality frameworks, with accreditation you can verify.

Overview

Our standing at a glance

American Open University's licensure and accreditation framework includes national regulatory oversight, institutional accreditation, and program-level professional accreditation.

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National Licensure

National Universities Commission (NUC)

American Open University is licensed by Nigeria's National Universities Commission.

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Program Accreditation

Chartered Management Institute (CMI)

The College of Business programs at American Open University are accredited by the UK's Chartered Management Institute (CMI). This accreditation applies to those programs, not to the university as a whole.

For students

What this means for you

Understanding an institution's regulatory and accreditation framework helps you make a more informed decision about where you study.

Confidence

Understand the regulatory framework surrounding your institution.

Transparency

Know which organisations are responsible for licensure or accreditation.

Professional relevance

Understand where professional bodies are connected to specific programs.

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Discover the programs and learning opportunities available at American Open University.

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