Global University of Science and Technology (GUST)

What Global University of Science and Technology (GUST) does

Global University of Science and Technology (GUST) is a non-profit international federal university headquartered in Lewes, Delaware, operating as a federation of more than 30 affiliated member institutions across 25+ countries spanning Africa, Asia, Europe, the Americas, and Oceania. Founded in 2013, the organization serves working professionals, executives, government agencies, and academic students through diploma, bachelor's, master's, and doctorate programs delivered jointly and dually with accredited partner institutions worldwide. Documented clients include national government ministries and agencies (Nigeria's NCAA, Uganda Electric Authority, Egypt's HCCD, Liberia's Ministry of Public Works, Nigeria's NEPC), corporate entities (Soweto TV, PAKS Co. Ltd), and a federation of affiliated institutions including HIET (Egypt), Quodrat (Egypt), Universidad Azteca (Mexico), and San Juan de la Cruz University (Costa Rica).

GUST delivers its offerings through the Global E-Campus online platform, which supports computer-based learning, training, examination, and e-assessment, supplemented by the GUST E-Library providing digital research resources to distance learners. The product portfolio spans academic degree programs (Diploma, Bachelor, Master, Doctorate), professional certifications delivered through the HR Management Institute (HRMI) — including Certified HR Professional, Manager, and Director credentials — and specialized programs such as the Green Energy Manager (GEM) program with the World Green Economy Council, the Project & Contract Management program, and the Green Hydrogen Technology & Economy program launched in 2025 with AIDSMO and ARADO. The university also confers honorary doctorates via the Global Honorary Degree Committee (GHDC) and operates a Certificate Verification System providing employer verification within 72 hours.

GUST's revenue model combines unit-priced individual courses (observed at $17–$79 USD), recurring degree program fees, professional certification programs delivered as dual certifications with international bodies, customized corporate and government training contracts, and administrative/handling fees from honorary doctorate conferments. The go-to-market is enterprise field sales targeting government ministries and corporate HR departments, supplemented by event-driven international graduation ceremonies in countries including Rwanda, Togo, South Africa, Libya, DRC, Burundi, and Malaysia that function as program delivery, recognition, and partner engagement platforms. The university is chartered by the Government of France (registration No. W751276297, degree authorization No. 0756682F) under the French Education Code and holds full governmental accreditation from the Togolese Republic (Accreditation No. 033/2025/MESR/SG/DES), establishing regulatory standing across the EU and West Africa.

Name

Global University of Science and Technology (GUST)

Legal name

Global University of Science and Technology (GUST)

Website

https://gust.education

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Global University of Science and Technology (GUST) is a non-profit international federal university operating 30+ affiliated institutions across 25+ countries, delivering accredited academic degrees, professional certifications, and customized training to government agencies, working professionals, and corporate clients worldwide.

Ownership category

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Product category

Higher Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (61131), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Educational Support Services (61171)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

University-Affiliated Pathway & Foundation Programs (EDAIAJAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Online/Hybrid Overseas Pathway & Bridging Programs (EDAIAJAK), Diploma-to-Degree / Articulation & Credit-Transfer Pathways (EDAIAJAG)

Keywords

• Higher education services
• Distance learning programs
• Professional certification training
• Academic degree programs
• International university programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Lewes

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices20 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Academic Degree Programs: Revenue from diploma, bachelor, master, and doctorate degree programs offered through joint and dual degree arrangements with partner institutions worldwide.
2. Professional Certifications: Professional certification programs including HR Management Institute (HRMI) certifications, project management credentials, and other professional qualifications offered in partnership with international professional bodies.
3. Training Programs: Customized professional training programs delivered to government agencies, corporations, and organizations. Programs include module-based training with certificates of completion and professional diplomas.
4. Honorary Doctorate Conferment: Administrative and handling fees associated with honorary degree conferment ceremonies for distinguished individuals. Degrees are conferred honoris causa based on merit and impact.
5. Branch Campus Operations: Revenue from affiliated institutions and branch campuses operating under the GUST federation structure worldwide.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

GUST is an international federal university that delivers academic degree programs (Diploma, Bachelor, Master, Doctorate) jointly and dually with accredited partner institutions worldwide, alongside professional certification programs and customized corporate/government training. Educational delivery is supported by the Global E-Campus online platform, computer-based examination infrastructure, and the GUST E-Library, enabling flexible distance learning and globally recognized qualifications for working professionals and academic students.

Product overview

Global University of Science and Technology (GUST) is an international federal university offering a portfolio of educational products and services. Its core offerings include academic degree programs (Diploma, Bachelor, Master, Doctorate) delivered jointly and dually with partner institutions globally, supported by the Global Campus e-learning platform and GUST E-Library for distance learning. The university provides professional certification programs through partnerships such as HR Management Institute (HRMI) for HR professionals and the Green Energy Manager (GEM) program with WGECO. Additional offerings include specialized programs like the Honorary Doctorate, Project & Contract Management, and Green Hydrogen Technology. The platform-based approach combines online learning, computer-based assessment, and professional development programs targeting working professionals and executives across various industries worldwide.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Academic Degree Programs

Quantifiable outcome

• Triple Degree Eligibility: GUST students can receive degrees from GUST USA, GUST France (EU), and GUST Togo (West Africa)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Government of Togo (Togolese Republic)coreOthers · 13 September 2025GUST officially chartered and fully accredited by Togolese Republic, West Africa. Republic Charter Approval No.: TG-LFW-010-2023-B12. Government Accreditation No.: 033/2025/MESR/SG/DES. Accreditation by Ministry of Higher Education and Research (MESR), sole governmental authority in Togo for university accreditation.
• Arab Administrative Development Organization (ARADO)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 May 2025ARADO is part of League of Arab States. GUST collaborated with AIDSMO and ARADO for Green Hydrogen Technology & Economy professional program delivered to experts and managers from Petroleum Research Institute and Oil & Gas Companies.
• HR Management Institute (HRMI)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 November 2024HRMI is the world leading professional organization and official certifying body for the management profession. Operating globally from 2008, complying with ISO 17024 accreditation standards. HRMI is affiliated with GUST and provides professional certifications including CHRP, CHRM, and CHRD. GUST and HRMI jointly deliver dual international certifications through professional programs worldwide.
• Arab Industrial Development, Standardization & Mining Organization (AIDSMO)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 October 2024AIDSMO is an intergovernmental organization of League of Arab States, first and oldest intergovernmental organization encompassing all Arab states in Middle East and North Africa. GUST delivers professional programs in collaboration with AIDSMO for green economy and sustainable development.
• International Association of Businessperson and Diplomats (BDU)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 October 2024BDU is a non-governmental international organization founded in Republic of Türkiye by businesspeople, diplomats, academics, journalists, politicians, and artists. GUST collaborating with BDU towards achieving Global Sustainable Development Goals.
• Government of FrancecoreOthers · 10 October 2024GUST chartered by Government of France (registration No.W751276297) according to Law No. 1901. Authorized by French Ministry of National Education, Higher Education, Research and Innovation (authorization No. 0756682F) to grant degrees under Education Law of French Republic, European Union.
• AIM CongressminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 May 2024AIM Congress is an initiative of AIM Global Foundation, an independent international organization committed to empower the world's economy through effective promotion strategies. GUST cooperating with AIM Congress for promoting concepts toward green economy and zero waste transition for zero carbon nations.
• Information & Decision Support Center (IDSC) - Cabinet of MinistersminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 January 2024IDSC Cabinet of Ministers cooperation for promoting concepts, applications and strategies toward green economy and zero waste transition for zero carbon nations.
• World Green Economy Council (WGECO)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 November 2023WGECO is an international organization officially registered and chartered by USA, Rwanda, and Indonesia governments, recognized by UN Global Compact (registration no 112301). It is the first global organization dedicated to green economy and UN with UNGM 745563. WGECO is the green arm of WFDP. GUST delivers Green Energy Manager (GEM) program with WGECO certification.
• Government of SomaliacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 7 July 2023GUST and WFDP working together with Government of Somalia for cooperation in Education, Green Economy, Infrastructure, Industries and Transportation sectors. WFDP recognized GUST as existing International Institution for Higher Education, serving as think tank and academic arm of WFDP worldwide. Council of Ministers endorsed WFDP Headquarters agreement.
• Higher Institute of Engineering & Technology (HIET)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 5 September 2022HIET is affiliated with GUST and is a member institution. Located in Borg El-Arab City, Alexandria, Egypt, officially licensed by Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research and fully accredited by Egyptian Supreme Council of Universities to grant Engineering degrees. Campus covers approximately 5 acres with 6750 m2 of modern purpose-built teaching facilities.
• Istanbul Economy SummitminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 December 2021GUST President Prof. Mohamed G. Kafafy collaborating with Istanbul Economy Summit, Republic of Turkey for promoting concepts toward green economy and zero waste transition for zero carbon nations.
• International European University (IEU)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 February 2021Recognized by Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine and Ministry of Health of Ukraine. GUST degree programs are validated and equivalent to IEU degrees, enabling GUST graduates to obtain equivalent degrees from IEU. Degrees are legalized by Ukrainian ministries and recognized worldwide.
• San Juan de la Cruz UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 November 2020Costa Rican university regionally accredited by State Ministry of Public Education and CONESUP. Bachelor, Master and Doctorate degrees awarded by GUST are validated and equivalent to corresponding degrees from San Juan de la Cruz University, enabling students to acquire second degrees. University listed in IAU UNESCO International Handbook of Universities.
• Universidad Azteca (Azteca University)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 August 2020Articulation agreement allowing credits earned at one university to be credited at the other. Students can apply for dual degrees through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Universidad Azteca has RVOE accreditation from Federal Secretary of Education of Mexico and is listed in IAU UNESCO International Handbook of Universities.
• Capacity Development Competitiveness Co. for Training (Quodrat)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 6 July 2020Quodrat is affiliated with GUST as University Center in Cairo, Egypt. Chairman of Quodrat is Professor of HR Management & Collegiate Council Member of GUST. Quodrat is the strategic and executive arm for human capital development. Programs accredited by National Quality Institute (NQI), National Training and Education Council (NTEC), and AAIME.
• Government of Jordan (Jordanian Businessmen Association)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 August 2019Mutual Cooperation & Recognition Agreement signed with H.E. Mr. Hamdi Tabbaa, former Minister of State for Prime Minister's Affairs and former Minister of Industry, Trade and Supply. Agreement with presence of H.E. Mr. Muhannad Shehadeh, Minister of State for Economic Affairs, Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• University of the People (UoPeople) - re-listed as dual reference for federal/online comparators: Not applicable in this slot - placeholder.

Direct peers

• Schiller International University: Schiller is a private international university with multiple European campuses and online programs targeting globally mobile students. Its multi-country European charter and international student focus overlap with GUST's federation-based international delivery model.
• International European University: IEU is a Ukrainian private university recognized by the Ukrainian Ministries of Education and Health, with dual-degree articulation agreements with GUST. It is both an institutional partner and a comparable peer as a private international university offering dual-degree pathways across jurisdictions.
• Universidad Azteca: Universidad Azteca is a Mexican private university with RVOE accreditation and articulation agreements with GUST for dual degrees. It is both a partner and a comparable peer - a smaller private Mexican university offering joint and dual international degree pathways to Spanish-speaking and international adult learners.
• Nexford University: Nexford is a fully online, US-licensed university targeting working professionals in emerging markets with competency-based degree programs. Its next-generation, online-first delivery model and emphasis on professional learners in Africa and Asia make it a close functional peer to GUST's Global E-Campus-led model.
• University of the People: UoPeople is a tuition-free, accredited online university serving globally distributed learners from developing and emerging markets, with degree programs and a similar mission of expanding access to affordable international higher education. Its direct-to-student online delivery and focus on Africa, Middle East, and Asia overlap closely with GUST's target student segments.
• European International University (EIU-Paris): EIU is a France-based private international university offering online and blended degree programs targeted at working professionals across Africa and Asia. Its Paris-registered, online-led delivery model and emerging-markets student base make it a close functional peer to GUST's French charter and African operations.

Broad incumbents

• Laureate International Universities: Laureate operated the world's largest global federation of for-profit universities (now largely divested). It is a structural peer to GUST's federal model - a multi-country network of accredited institutions offering professional and degree programs across emerging markets, and serves as a useful benchmark for scale and risks of the federation model.
• Western Governors University: WGU is a large, US-regionally-accredited online university offering competency-based undergraduate and graduate degrees to working adults. While operating at much larger scale and concentrated in the US, it competes for the same working-professional online degree-seeking customer that GUST targets via joint and dual programs.
• University of Arizona Global Campus (formerly Ashford University): UAGC is a large US online university serving adult learners with degree and certificate programs. It competes for the same working-professional online-degree customer that GUST serves in international markets and illustrates the operational scale required to compete credibly in the global online education space.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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