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Accreditation

Fully Accredited Master’s in Trading

The International Trading Institute (ITI) delivers its Master’s in Trading program in partnership with Westcliff University, a U.S. higher-education institution accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) — part of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).

This partnership ensures that graduates of the program earn a formally recognized U.S. Master’s degree issued by Westcliff University — combining ITI’s applied, market-driven curriculum with the academic rigor and institutional credibility of a WSCUC-accredited university.

What this accreditation means

Accreditation through Westcliff University guarantees that your degree is:

Recognized internationally, with legitimacy supported by a U.S. regional accreditor recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Held to rigorous academic and ethical standards, including faculty oversight, structured evaluation, and continual improvement.
Supported by transparent processes, ensuring fair assessment, governance, and learning outcomes aligned with professional standards of higher education.

In plain terms: you graduate with a U.S. Master’s degree from an accredited university – a credential trusted by employers, educational institutions, and regulators worldwide.

How it works

Students complete their coursework through ITI’s specialized faculty and curriculum, while Westcliff University provides academic oversight and quality assurance. This ensures that:

All instruction and content meet WSCUC-accredited university standards.
Faculty qualifications, assessments, and learning outcomes align with formal accreditation expectations.
The final Master’s degree is awarded by Westcliff University, recognized globally for academic quality, institutional integrity, and continuous improvement.

Understanding WASC and WSCUC

The Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) is one of six regional accrediting bodies in the United States recognized by the Department of Education. Within WASC, the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) accredits degree-granting institutions — including Westcliff University.

Accreditation by WSCUC confirms that Westcliff meets defined standards of academic quality, institutional integrity, and ongoing improvement. Students earn a Master’s degree from Westcliff University, not a WASC/WSCUC certificate — but the accreditation underpins its legitimacy both in the U.S. and internationally.

About Westcliff University

Founded in 1993 and headquartered in Irvine, California, Westcliff University serves students from over 100 countries through live online and on-campus programs in Business, Education, Technology & Engineering, Law, and Nursing.

Accredited by WSCUC, and with its College of Business also accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), Westcliff prepares students for personal, professional, and academic success through globally accessible, flexible programs.

It offers multiple annual start dates, enabling international learners to begin their studies without delay and study within supportive online cohorts across time zones.

Why this matters for ITI students

Academic Foundation

A credible academic foundation that strengthens the value of a trading-focused degree.

Global Recognition

A qualification recognized globally, facilitating potential credit transfers or further studies in the U.S. or abroad.

U.S. Academic Standards

Confidence that their education meets formal U.S. academic and ethical standards — rare in the trading-education world.

Verification Links

Westcliff University — Accreditation Information — Official accreditation page
WSCUC — Statement of Accreditation Status —Westcliff University verification
Times Higher Education — Rankings Profile — Westcliff University global rankings