Terms and Conditions

Terms and Conditions of Use

 

Effective Date: 25 FEB 2025

 

Welcome to the Hodos School of Business and Engineering (HSBE). These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website, services, programs, and any other affiliated platforms operated by HSBE. By accessing or using HSBE’s services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please refrain from using our services.

 

1. Definitions

HSBE refers to the Hodos School of Business and Engineering, including its physical campus, international offices, and online platforms.

User refers to any individual or entity accessing or using HSBE’s services, including students, applicants, faculty, and general visitors.

Services refer to all academic programs, training, certifications, digital platforms, and other educational offerings by HSBE.

 

2. General Use

Access to HSBE services, including its website and academic programs, is subject to compliance with these Terms.

Users must provide accurate and complete information when registering or applying for any HSBE program.

Unauthorized use, including attempts to bypass security features, is strictly prohibited.

 

3. Admissions and Enrollment

HSBE reserves the right to accept or deny admission to any applicant based on eligibility criteria.

Enrollment in a program requires the payment of applicable fees and submission of required documents.

Any misrepresentation of academic credentials may result in immediate termination of enrollment.

 

4. Fees, Payments, and Refunds

All tuition fees, application fees, and other payments must be made according to HSBE’s official policies.

Payments must be completed through authorized channels only.

Refund requests will be processed based on HSBE’s refund policy, and certain fees may be non-refundable.

 

5. Intellectual Property

All course materials, content, trademarks, and methodologies provided by HSBE are the intellectual property of HSBE and its affiliated partners.

Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or resale of HSBE materials is strictly prohibited.

 

6. Academic Integrity

Users must uphold the highest standards of academic integrity and ethics.

Plagiarism, cheating, or any other form of academic dishonesty may result in disciplinary action, including expulsion.

 

7. Conduct and Compliance

Users are expected to behave professionally and respectfully toward staff, faculty, and fellow students.

Any violation of HSBE’s policies, including disruptive behavior or misuse of resources, may result in disciplinary action.

 

8. Certification and Accreditation

HSBE issues certificates and diplomas according to its internal standards and in compliance with Swiss and international vocational regulations.

Any misrepresentation of HSBE-issued credentials by users may lead to revocation of certification.

 

9. Limitation of Liability

HSBE is not responsible for any direct or indirect damages resulting from the misuse of its services.

Users acknowledge that HSBE provides education and training services but does not guarantee specific employment or business outcomes.

 

10. Termination of Access

HSBE reserves the right to suspend or terminate access to any user who violates these Terms.

Any unauthorized use of HSBE’s name, logo, or materials after termination may result in legal action.

 

11. Privacy Policy

HSBE collects and processes personal data in accordance with its Privacy Policy.

Users agree to the collection and use of their data for academic and administrative purposes.

 

12. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be resolved in accordance with Swiss law.

Legal proceedings, if necessary, shall take place in the competent courts of Switzerland.

 

13. Amendments to These Terms

HSBE reserves the right to update these Terms at any time. Users will be notified of significant changes.

Continued use of HSBE’s services constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

 

For any questions regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:

Hodos International Office
Montreux, Switzerland
Email: international@hodos.swiss
Website: hodos.swiss