1. Introduction

Welcome to EdStone Global.

These Legal, Regulatory, and Contractual Disclaimers (the “Disclaimers”) govern the use of the EdStone Global website, services, educational support offerings, and all communications with prospective students, enrolled students, institutional partners, and third parties.

By accessing this website, submitting an inquiry, signing an application, enrolling in a program, making any payment, or using any EdStone Global service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to be legally bound by these Disclaimers.

If you do not agree with these Disclaimers, you should not use the website or any services offered by EdStone Global.

2. Nature of Business

EdStone Global LLC is an education services and Online Program Management (OPM) company.

EdStone Global may provide one or more of the following services:

• Student recruitment and marketing support
• Admissions processing support
• Enrollment advisory services
• Learning platform administration
• Student support services
• Academic administration support
• Fee collection and remittance support
• Operational management services
• Technology support
• Dissertation coordination support
• Graduation coordination support
• Regulatory liaison support
• Corporate training support
• Market development services

EdStone Global does not hold itself out as a university unless expressly stated.

3. No Degree Awarding Authority

EdStone Global does not award degrees, diplomas, certificates, transcripts, or academic credits in its own name unless expressly stated for a separately licensed institution.

All academic awards are issued solely by the respective awarding institution.

EdStone Global has no independent degree-awarding powers.

4. Independent Academic Institutions

All partner universities and awarding institutions are independent legal entities.

Each partner institution retains sole responsibility for:

• Admissions decisions
• Academic regulations
• Curriculum design
• Faculty appointment
• Assessment
• Grading
• Thesis supervision
• Examination decisions
• Progression decisions
• Degree conferral
• Quality assurance
• Accreditation compliance

EdStone Global does not control academic decisions.

5. No Guarantee of Admission

Submission of an application, payment of fees, or participation in counseling does not guarantee admission.

Final admission decisions are made solely by the awarding institution.

6. No Guarantee of Graduation

Enrollment does not guarantee:

• Passing grades
• Thesis approval
• Successful defense
• Completion
• Graduation
• Degree issuance

Students must satisfy all academic and financial requirements.

7. No Guarantee of Recognition or Equivalency

EdStone Global does not guarantee:

• Ministry recognition
• Academic equivalency
• Credential evaluation outcomes
• Government acceptance
• Employer acceptance
• Professional licensing eligibility
• Immigration acceptance
• Public-sector employment eligibility
• Membership eligibility in professional bodies

Recognition varies by country, employer, and regulatory authority.

8. Student Responsibility to Verify Suitability

Students are solely responsible for independently verifying whether a qualification is suitable for their intended objectives, including employment, promotion, licensing, migration, or further study.

9. Accreditation and Rankings Disclaimer

Accreditation, recognition, rankings, memberships, and institutional status may change at any time.

EdStone Global does not warrant that any accreditation or ranking will remain unchanged.

10. Program Information Disclaimer

All program information, tuition fees, curriculum structures, faculty details, and schedules are subject to change without notice.

Website content is for general informational purposes only.

11. Program Modification Rights

EdStone Global and/or partner institutions may modify curriculum, modules, credit structure, assessment methods, faculty, tuition fees, policies, timelines, delivery modes, and learning platforms without liability.

12. Program Suspension, Discontinuation, or Teach-Out

Programs may be suspended, discontinued, or transitioned to alternative pathways.

Students may be transferred to another comparable program or institution where appropriate.

13. Transfer Rights

EdStone Global reserves the right to facilitate student transfer to another comparable accredited or recognized program if required.

14. No Liability for Partner Institution Actions

EdStone Global is not liable for decisions made by partner institutions, accreditation bodies, governments, or regulators.

15. Fee Policies

Unless otherwise stated in writing:

• Fees are non-refundable.
• Fees are non-transferable.
• Fees may be revised.
• Taxes and bank charges are additional where applicable.

16. Payment Obligations

Failure to pay fees may result in suspension, administrative hold, withdrawal, withholding of transcripts, or withholding of degree issuance.

17. Additional Charges

Additional charges may apply for extensions, resubmissions, graduation, courier, legalization, attestation, and optional services.

18. Refund Disclaimer

Refunds, if any, are governed solely by written refund policies.

19. Student Conduct Policy

Students must maintain professional conduct.

Misconduct may result in suspension or dismissal without refund.

20. Zero Tolerance Policy

Zero tolerance applies to harassment, abuse, threats, defamation, blackmail, intimidation, and reputational attacks.

21. Academic Integrity

Plagiarism, cheating, ghostwriting, falsification, and unauthorized AI use are prohibited.

22. Technology Disclaimer

EdStone Global does not guarantee uninterrupted access to online systems.

23. Third-Party Platforms

EdStone Global is not responsible for third-party systems, websites, or payment gateways.

24. Data Privacy

Personal data may be shared with partner institutions and service providers for legitimate educational purposes.

25. Communications Consent

Users consent to receiving communications by email, phone, SMS, and messaging apps.

26. Intellectual Property

All website content is protected by intellectual property laws.

27. Testimonials Disclaimer

Testimonials reflect individual experiences and do not guarantee outcomes.

28. Earnings and Career Disclaimer

No guarantee is made regarding salary increases, promotions, or business success.

29. Visa and Immigration Disclaimer

EdStone Global does not guarantee visa approvals or immigration outcomes.

30. Employment Disclaimer

EdStone Global does not guarantee employment.

31. Professional Licensing Disclaimer

EdStone Global does not guarantee eligibility for any professional license.

32. Government Policy Changes

Government decisions may affect recognition or usability of qualifications.

33. Force Majeure

Neither EdStone Global nor partner institutions shall be liable for events beyond reasonable control.

34. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, EdStone Global’s total liability shall not exceed the amount actually paid directly to EdStone Global for the specific service giving rise to the claim.

35. Indemnification

Users agree to indemnify and hold harmless EdStone Global and its affiliates from claims arising from misuse, misconduct, or breach of these terms.

36. No Class Actions

Claims must be brought individually and not as part of a class or representative action, to the extent permitted by law.

37. Governing Law

These Disclaimers shall be governed by the laws specified in the applicable enrollment agreement or service contract.

38. Jurisdiction

Disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction or arbitration forum specified in the applicable contract.

39. Severability

If any provision is held unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in effect.

40. Entire Agreement

These Disclaimers, together with enrollment agreements and institutional policies, constitute the complete understanding between the parties.

41. Amendments

EdStone Global may revise these Disclaimers at any time.

42. Electronic Acceptance

Electronic acceptance constitutes legally binding consent.

43. No Waiver

Failure to enforce any provision shall not constitute a waiver.

44. Reservation of Rights

All rights not expressly granted are reserved.

45. Contact Information

For legal and compliance matters, please contact:

EdStone Global LLC
Delaware, United States of America
United Kingdom Office (where applicable)
Email: info@edstoneglobal.com
Website: www.edstoneglobal.com

46. No Fiduciary Relationship

Use of EdStone Global services does not create any fiduciary, trustee, agency, employment, partnership, joint venture, or advisory relationship beyond the expressly contracted services.

47. No Legal, Tax, Immigration, or Licensing Advice

Information provided by EdStone Global is educational and administrative in nature only and does not constitute legal, tax, accounting, immigration, employment, or professional licensing advice.

48. Student Due Diligence Obligation

Each student is solely responsible for conducting independent due diligence regarding the awarding institution, accreditation status, recognition, curriculum, fees, and suitability for their intended objectives.

49. Reliance Disclaimer

Students acknowledge that they are not relying on any statement, representation, forecast, or assurance not expressly contained in written agreements.

50. Oral Statements Non-Binding

Any oral statements made by counselors, agents, or representatives are non-binding unless expressly confirmed in writing by authorized personnel.

51. Agent and Third-Party Representative Disclaimer

EdStone Global is not responsible for unauthorized promises, statements, or commitments made by third-party agents, consultants, or referrers.

52. Currency Fluctuation Disclaimer

Fees may be affected by exchange rate fluctuations, banking charges, and taxes.

53. Tax Disclaimer

Students are responsible for any VAT, GST, sales tax, withholding tax, or similar taxes.

54. Chargeback and Payment Dispute Policy

Improper chargebacks or payment reversals may result in immediate suspension and recovery proceedings.

55. Collections and Recovery Costs

Students are responsible for legal fees, collection costs, and recovery expenses associated with overdue amounts.

56. Certification and Graduation Timing Disclaimer

Graduation and document issuance timelines are estimates only and may be delayed by academic or administrative processes.

57. Courier and Delivery Disclaimer

EdStone Global is not liable for courier delays, customs holds, or loss once documents are dispatched.

58. Credential Evaluation Disclaimer

Third-party credential evaluators such as WES, ECE, or similar bodies make independent determinations not controlled by EdStone Global.

59. Professional Body Membership Disclaimer

Membership decisions by professional bodies are made independently by those organizations.

60. Public Sector Employment Disclaimer

Government employers may impose their own recognition criteria.

61. Private Employer Acceptance Disclaimer

Private employers retain sole discretion over hiring and promotion decisions.

62. Transfer Credit Disclaimer

Acceptance of transfer credit by another institution is never guaranteed.

63. Further Study Disclaimer

Admission to doctoral, postdoctoral, or other academic programs is determined solely by the receiving institution.

64. Dissertation and Thesis Disclaimer

Approval of dissertations and theses is subject to academic standards and examiner judgment.

65. Supervisor Availability Disclaimer

Supervisor assignments may change at any time.

66. Viva Voce Disclaimer

Viva outcomes are determined solely by examiners and may require revisions, resubmission, or failure.

67. Resubmission Fee Disclaimer

Additional fees may apply for resubmissions and extensions.

68. Attendance and Participation Disclaimer

Students must meet attendance and engagement requirements where applicable.

69. Language Proficiency Disclaimer

Students are responsible for ensuring adequate language proficiency.

70. Accessibility Disclaimer

Reasonable accommodations may be provided subject to institutional policies and documentation.

71. Anti-Harassment Policy

Harassment, bullying, and discriminatory conduct are prohibited.

72. Anti-Defamation Policy

False or malicious statements that damage reputation may lead to legal action.

73. Social Media Policy

Public posts that are abusive, defamatory, or misleading may result in disciplinary action.

74. Recording Consent Disclaimer

Calls, webinars, and meetings may be recorded for quality and compliance purposes.

75. Consent to Electronic Signatures

Electronic signatures are legally binding.

76. Consent to Electronic Records

Electronic records satisfy documentary and notice requirements.

77. Security Disclaimer

No system is completely secure; users share responsibility for account protection.

78. Password Responsibility

Users are responsible for safeguarding login credentials.

79. Account Suspension Rights

Accounts may be suspended for misuse or security concerns.

80. Malware and Cyber Risk Disclaimer

EdStone Global is not liable for third-party cyber incidents beyond reasonable control.

81. Intellectual Property Ownership

All content, trademarks, and materials remain the property of EdStone Global or licensors.

82. Limited License to Use Website

Users are granted a limited, revocable, non-transferable license for personal use only.

83. Prohibited Uses

Users may not scrape, copy, reverse engineer, or misuse the website.

84. User-Generated Content License

Users grant EdStone Global a non-exclusive license to use submitted content for operational purposes.

85. Privacy Policy Incorporation

The Privacy Policy forms an integral part of these Disclaimers.

86. Cookie Policy Incorporation

Use of the website constitutes consent to applicable cookie practices.

87. International Data Transfers

Data may be transferred across jurisdictions.

88. Compliance with Sanctions and Export Laws

Services may be restricted where prohibited by applicable laws.

89. Anti-Money Laundering Compliance

EdStone Global may conduct identity verification and source-of-funds checks.

90. Right to Refuse Service

EdStone Global may decline service at its discretion, subject to applicable law.

91. Fraud Prevention

Suspected fraud may result in cancellation and reporting to authorities.

92. Document Verification Disclaimer

Students are responsible for providing authentic documents.

93. Misrepresentation Consequences

False information may result in admission revocation or dismissal.

94. Suspension Pending Investigation

Services may be suspended during investigations.

95. Reputational Protection Rights

EdStone Global may take legal action to protect its reputation and business interests.

96. Audit Rights

EdStone Global may audit compliance with contractual obligations.

97. Assignment Rights

EdStone Global may assign rights and obligations to affiliates or successors.

98. Successors and Assigns

These terms bind successors, assigns, and permitted transferees.

99. Survival of Clauses

Payment obligations, indemnities, and liability limitations survive termination.

100. Interpretation

Headings are for convenience only and do not affect interpretation.

101-135. Additional Protective Clauses

Without limiting the foregoing, EdStone Global expressly reserves all additional rights and protections customarily available under contract law, tort law, intellectual property law, privacy law, consumer law, and applicable international commercial practice, including but not limited to rights concerning set-off, equitable relief, injunctive relief, specific performance, mitigation of damages, recovery of attorneys’ fees, preservation of evidence, compliance with regulatory requests, and any other rights not expressly waived herein.

These Disclaimers shall be interpreted broadly to provide maximum lawful protection to EdStone Global and all related parties.

Student and User Acknowledgment

By using this website, submitting an application, enrolling in a program, or making any payment, you confirm that you:

• Have read these Disclaimers in full.
• Understand the nature and limitations of EdStone Global’s services.
• Accept all terms and conditions.
• Assume full responsibility for verifying program suitability.
• Waive claims inconsistent with these Disclaimers to the extent permitted by law.