Accessibility Policy

ACCESSIBILITY POLICY

Enigma Business School (EBS) is committed to ensuring that its digital campus, website, learning management system, and academic resources are accessible to all students, faculty, staff, and visitors, including individuals with disabilities and diverse learning needs. This commitment reflects EBS’s core values of Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging, and aligns with global accessibility standards.

EBS aims to create an inclusive online environment where every learner—regardless of physical, sensory, or cognitive limitations, can fully participate in academic activities and access institutional information without barriers.

1. OUR ACCESSIBILITY PRINCIPLES

EBS follows international best practices based on:

  • WCAG 2.1 (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines)

  • ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) principles

  • UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities

Our principles include:

A. Perceivability

Information and content must be presented clearly and in formats that users can perceive.

B. Operability

Users should be able to navigate and interact with EBS systems regardless of physical limitations.

C. Understandability

All digital interfaces and content must be clear, intuitive, and easy to follow.

D. Robustness

EBS platforms are designed to work across assistive technologies, browsers, and devices.

2. ACCESSIBILITY FEATURES ON THE EBS WEBSITE AND VIRTUAL CAMPUS

EBS incorporates a range of accessibility features, including:

A. Responsive Design

Compatible with desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.

B. Screen Reader Compatibility

Website and LMS layouts optimized for use with screen readers such as:

  • NVDA

  • JAWS

  • VoiceOver

C. Keyboard Navigation Support

Users can navigate menus, forms, and academic materials without requiring a mouse.

D. Adjustable Text Size and Readability

Content can be zoomed or resized without losing structure or clarity.

E. High-Contrast Interface Options

Design ensures visibility and clarity for users with low vision.

F. Captioned and Accessible Media

Video materials may include:

  • Captions

  • Transcripts

  • Audio descriptions (when applicable)

G. Accessible Forms and Buttons

Clear labels, large tap targets, and consistent structure.

H. Simple Language Where Appropriate

Important information is communicated in straightforward, easy-to-understand terms.

3. SUPPORT FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

EBS provides academic accommodations to ensure equal learning opportunities, including:

  • Extended time for assignments or exams (upon request)

  • Alternative formats for learning materials

  • Accessible PDF and document formats

  • Tutor support in adapted learning scenarios

  • Flexibility in self-paced learning schedules

Students with disabilities may request accommodations through Student Services.

4. ACCESSIBILITY IN TEACHING AND LEARNING

Faculty and instructional designers are encouraged to adopt inclusive practices:

  • Using accessible document formats

  • Ensuring clear structure in lecture notes

  • Avoiding heavy visual-only content

  • Providing alternatives for multimedia resources

  • Designing assessments with accessibility in mind

The AI Teaching Assistant is also optimized to support accessible learning interactions.

5. ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT

EBS systems are compatible with commonly used assistive technologies, including:

  • Screen readers

  • Speech-to-text tools

  • Magnification tools

  • Alternative input devices

  • Browser accessibility plugins

Students are encouraged to use any tool that enhances learning and supports academic success.

6. REPORTING ACCESSIBILITY ISSUES

EBS is committed to continuous improvement in accessibility. Users who encounter accessibility challenges may report them through:

EBS will review and resolve accessibility concerns promptly and professionally.

7. ONGOING ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVEMENT

EBS regularly reviews its digital ecosystem to:

  • Update accessibility features

  • Conduct usability testing

  • Incorporate feedback from users

  • Ensure compatibility with new assistive technologies

  • Maintain compliance with evolving global standards

Accessibility is a continuous institutional commitment.

8. POLICY REVIEW

This Accessibility Policy is reviewed periodically to ensure ongoing compliance with international regulations, technological advancements, and user needs.

INSTITUTIONAL STATEMENT

Enigma Business School believes that education should be accessible to everyone. Accessibility is not merely a technical requirement—it is a reflection of our institutional values and our dedication to creating a global learning environment where every individual belongs and has the opportunity to succeed.

EBS will continue to invest in accessibility, inclusivity, and adaptive learning to empower all members of its global academic community.

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