VIU - International University of Valencia

What VIU - International University of Valencia does

VIU - International University of Valencia (Universidad Internacional de Valencia / Valencian International University) is a 100% online private university headquartered in Valencia, Spain, operating as a member of Planeta Formación y Universidades, the higher education division of Grupo Planeta. The legal entity is registered as UNIVERSITAT INTERNACIONAL VALENCIANA-VALENCIAN INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY, S.L. (Sociedad Limitada, CIF B98585797), the Spanish equivalent of a private limited company, despite its non-profit educational mission. VIU offers undergraduate degrees (Grados), official master's programs (Másteres Universitarios), doctoral programs (Doctorado), and professional/continuing education courses across seven knowledge areas: Arts and Humanities, Science and Technology, Health Sciences, Communication, Education, Business, and Law. The institution is accredited by ANECA and AVAP (Agència Valenciana d'Avaluació i Prospectiva) and is a member of RUEPEP, with 251–500 employees. It has trained over 12,000 health sciences professionals, positioning itself as the leading online university in Spain for that discipline.

VIU's core delivery platform is a proprietary virtual campus built on Blackboard technology, supporting both live synchronous classes and asynchronous recorded sessions. The platform includes virtual libraries, virtual laboratories, software licenses for students, and a sequential subject enrollment model in which students study one or two subjects at a time to maximize focus. The institution complements its degree programs with free AI certification courses delivered through Nex·ia (Planeta Formación y Universidades), Google for Education Partner, and Fourcast, and operates specialized applied-research chairs in motorsport (with Circuit Ricardo Tormo), healthcare humanization (with Fundación ASISA), and pain management (with Fundación Vithas). VIU's brand has been validated by five consecutive international Blackboard Catalyst Awards (2022–2026), QS Stars certification, and the U-Ranking 2026 #1 online employability recognition by Fundación BBVA.

The university's business model is tuition-based, with revenue generated through per-program enrollment fees across degree levels. Pricing is not publicly disclosed; prospective students request individualized quotes through the website. Distribution is direct-to-consumer through the university's website, with dedicated country-specific portals for Spain, Colombia, Peru, and Ecuador, supported by a network of regional recruitment operations and government scholarship partnerships (ICETEX in Colombia, SENESCYT in Ecuador, OEA across OAS member states, and MREC in Costa Rica), plus Santander Universidades. Marketing leverages content via the "Nuestros Expertos" expert blog, email and newsletter campaigns, social media, and an events program including webinars, masterclasses, and industry congresses. Demand generation is reinforced by an extensive scholarship portfolio, including 100% tuition scholarships, regional scholarships, and employer-funded training (FUNDAE).

Name

VIU - International University of Valencia

Legal name

UNIVERSITAT INTERNACIONAL VALENCIANA-VALENCIAN INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY, S.L.

Website

https://universidadviu.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

VIU - International University of Valencia is a 100% online private university offering accredited undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs across seven disciplines to Spanish-speaking students in Spain and Latin America, delivered via a Blackboard-based virtual campus under the Planeta Formación y Universidades group.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Online Higher Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

University/College Continuing Education (Extension) Programs (EDAAAEAA)

Keywords

• Online higher education
• Distance learning degrees
• Online university programs
• Graduate online degrees
• Professional online education

Headquarters

HQ city

Valencia

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Enrollment Fees: VIU generates revenue through tuition fees charged for degree programs (Grados), master's programs (Másteres Universitarios), permanent formation programs (Formación Permanente), doctorate programs (Doctorado), and short courses (Cursos). Students pay per program enrollment, with pricing varying by program type and duration.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

VIU is a 100% online university that delivers official undergraduate degrees (Grados), master's degrees (Másteres Universitarios), doctoral programs (Doctorados), and professional formation courses across seven knowledge areas, all taught through its Blackboard-based virtual campus with live and asynchronous classes. The university supplements its degree programs with free AI certification courses, multilingual language training (CLAC), and student diversity support services (SAED).

Product overview

VIU - International University of Valencia is a 100% online higher education institution offering a comprehensive portfolio of educational products and services organized around seven knowledge areas. The core product suite consists of official undergraduate degrees (Grados), master's degrees (Másteres Universitarios), and doctoral programs (Programas de Doctorado), all delivered through the Campus Virtual powered by Blackboard. The institution complements its degree programs with free AI certification courses, specialized language learning services through CLAC, and diversity support services through SAED. The product architecture follows a unified platform model where the Virtual Campus serves as the central delivery mechanism for all educational offerings, with supplementary services enhancing the learning experience.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Grados (Undergraduate Degrees) Official undergraduate degree programs delivered 100% online across seven knowledge areas (Arts and Humanities, Science and Technology, Health Sciences, Communication, Education, Business, and Law), aimed at Spanish-speaking students seeking accredited bachelor's-level qualifications.
• Másteres Universitarios (Master's Degrees) Official master's degree programs including specialized offerings in Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Cybersecurity, Industrial Engineering, Bioinformatics, Occupational Risk Prevention, MBA, and Health Sciences, taught online with a practical methodology and targeted at professionals seeking postgraduate credentials.
• Programas de Doctorado (Doctoral Programs) Research doctoral programs in areas including Immunonutrition and Nutritional Genomics, Data Science and Big Data, Public Health, Marketing, and Law and Society, delivered online with thesis defenses conducted virtually.
• Campus Virtual (Virtual Campus) Blackboard-based 100% online learning management system providing live interactive classes, recorded sessions, virtual library, virtual laboratories, and software licenses to all enrolled students at VIU.
• CLAC - Centro de Lenguas a la Carta Flexible online language learning center offering multilingual courses to help VIU students develop language competencies.
• SAED - Servicio de Atención al Estudiante con Diversidad Support service providing accessibility accommodations and specialized assistance to VIU students with diversity needs.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 12,000 health sciences professionals trained
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

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AI capability7 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• Planeta Formación y UniversidadescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerVIU is a member institution of Planeta Formación y Universidades, a higher education group associated with Grupo Planeta, one of Spain's largest publishing and media groups. This affiliation provides institutional backing, shared resources, and brand recognition across the educational ecosystem.
• AtresmediaflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerVIU has co-developed programs with Atresmedia including the Master's in Multimedia Journalism (Máster Universitario en Periodismo Multimedia con Atresmedia) and the Master's in Protocol, Communication and Event Management (Máster de Formación Permanente en Protocolo, Comunicación y Gestión de Eventos con Atresmedia), integrating professional media industry expertise into the curriculum.
• Google for EducationcoreTechnology or IntegrationVIU is a Google for Education Partner, providing its students with free AI courses and official certifications through the Nex·ia platform of Planeta Formación y Universidades, leveraging Google's educational technology ecosystem.
• Circuit Ricardo TormoflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerVIU and Circuit Ricardo Tormo (the renowned Valencia motorsport circuit) have established the Cátedra Motorsport (Motorsport Chair) to conduct research on health, safety, and performance in motorsport, demonstrating VIU's commitment to applied research partnerships.
• Fundación ASISAflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerVIU has a partnership with Fundación ASISA to operate the Cátedra de Humanización de la Asistencia Sanitaria (Chair for Humanization of Healthcare), focusing on research and training in healthcare humanization, patient dignity, and palliative care.
• Fundación VithasflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerVIU and Fundación Vithas jointly operate the Cátedra del Dolor (Pain Chair), organizing professional training courses and events on pain management for healthcare professionals, including a course at Hospital Vithas Valencia Turia.
• CajamarminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVIU has partnered with Cajamar (a Spanish banking cooperative) to host the Cajamar UniversityHack, a datathon and hackathon event bringing together students and professionals to solve real-world challenges using data science and technology.
• Erasmus+ ProgrammecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVIU participates in the Erasmus+ mobility program, allowing its students to access international mobility opportunities despite being an online university, with recognition of studies and international exposure.
• Grupo PlanetacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerVIU is part of Grupo Planeta's educational network. Grupo Planeta is one of Spain's largest multimedia, publishing, and education groups, providing strategic and financial backing for VIU's operations and brand credibility.
• ICETEX (Instituto Colombiano de Crédito Educativo y Estudios Técnicos en el Exterior)flagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVIU offers joint scholarship programs with ICETEX for Colombian students, facilitating access to VIU's programs for students from Colombia with subsidized financing for tuition fees.
• SENESCYT (Secretaría de Educación Superior, Ciencia, Tecnología e Innovación de Ecuador)flagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVIU offers joint scholarship programs with SENESCYT for Ecuadorian students, enabling access to VIU's online programs through Ecuadorian government-sponsored educational financing.
• OEA (Organización de los Estados Americanos)flagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVIU has a partnership with the Organization of American States (OEA) to offer scholarships (Becas OEA-VIU) for students from OAS member countries to pursue VIU's official master's programs.
• MREC (Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores y Culto de Costa Rica)flagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVIU and Costa Rica's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Worship (MREC) launched a joint scholarship program for official master's programs, now in its second edition, to support Costa Rican professionals in accessing VIU's online education.
• Santander UniversidadescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVIU offers scholarships in partnership with Santander Universidades (Becas Santander - VIU) to support students in financing their tuition fees at VIU's programs.
• Colegio Oficial de Enfermería de ValenciaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVIU has a collaboration agreement with the Official College of Nursing of Valencia (Convenio VIU Colegio Oficial de Enfermería de Valencia) to support nursing professionals and students in the region.
• Colegio Oficial de Graduados Sociales de ValenciaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVIU has a collaboration agreement with the Official College of Social Graduates of Valencia, supporting students and professionals in labor relations and human resources disciplines.
• Colegio Oficial de Ingenieros de Telecomunicación de la Comunidad ValencianaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVIU has a collaboration agreement (Convenio VIU COITCV) with the Official College of Telecommunications Engineers of the Valencian Community.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU Global): Large US-based online university with growing international online enrollment, including programs marketed to Spanish-speaking professionals. SNHU represents a global online-university operating model comparable in scale, online-only delivery, and breadth of degree offerings.
• ESIC University: Spanish business and marketing school with online master's and MBA options. ESIC competes with VIU on the MBA and business master's segment and targets a similar Spanish-speaking professional base.
• OBS Business School: Online-focused business school offering official master's and MBA programs in Spanish. Partial overlap with VIU's Empresa knowledge area, sharing the Spanish-speaking professional-student target and a 100% online delivery model.
• IMF Smart Education: Spanish private education provider offering online master's, postgraduate, and certification programs in business, technology, and health. IMF competes with VIU on the same Spanish-speaking working-professional segment, particularly for shorter-form and continuing-education programs.

Direct peers

• Universidad Internacional de La Rioja (UNIR): Spain's largest fully online private university, offering official undergraduate and master's degrees delivered 100% online across health, business, education, and law. UNIR is VIU's closest direct competitor: overlapping program catalogs, similar Spanish-speaking target market, and a comparable distance-learning operating model.
• Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC): Pioneering public online university in Catalonia offering official online degrees, master's, and doctoral programs. UOC is a benchmark for online higher education in Spain and competes with VIU on the same Spanish-speaking student base and program categories.
• Universidad a Distancia de Madrid (UDIMA): Madrid-based private online university offering official undergraduate, master's, and doctoral degrees fully online. UDIMA directly competes with VIU on online delivery model, degree portfolio, and Spanish-speaking working-adult target segment.

Broad incumbents

• Universidad Europea: Private multi-campus Spanish university that has expanded into online and blended programs across health, business, and technology. Overlaps with VIU on key program areas and Spanish-speaking target market; broader portfolio includes on-site campuses.
• UNED (Universidad Nacional de Educaci\u00f3n a Distancia): Spain's largest public distance-learning university, established decades ago with a national network of centers. UNED is a state-backed incumbent offering many of the same online degree categories as VIU and is the legacy default for remote students in Spain.

Regional players

• Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Valencia (UCV): Private university headquartered in Valencia that has expanded blended and online offerings. While campus-based, UCV overlaps with VIU in geography and program categories, serving a regional Spanish-speaking audience.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/UniversidadVIU
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@universidadviu
• Facebookfacebook.com/UniversidadVIU
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/universidadviu
• Instagraminstagram.com/universidadviu

Compliance5 records

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