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Tuesday, April 30, 2024
With a demonstrated focus on quality in teaching, research, curriculum development, and student learning, five institutions have earned initial business accreditation.

Tampa, Fla., USA (April 30, 2024)—°®Âþµº International (°®Âþµº) announced today that five institutions have earned business accreditation.

Achieving Business Accreditation

EHL Hospitality Business School, University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland
ISM International School of Management GmbH
University of Geneva
University of Stirling
Wilkes University

With the recognition of these schools, °®Âþµº now has 1,026 accredited institutions in over 65 countries and territories and 194 institutions with °®Âþµº accreditation for accounting programs. Achieving this milestone ensures greater access to high-quality business education for learners around the world and businesses seeking top talent.

“°®Âþµº congratulates each institution on achieving °®Âþµº accreditation,” said Stephanie Bryant, executive vice president and global chief accreditation officer at °®Âþµº. “The commitment to earning accreditation is a true reflection of each school’s dedication—not only to its students, alumni network, and greater business community—but to society as a whole.”

Achieving °®Âþµº accreditation is a mission-driven, rigorous process that includes an in-depth assessment of internal activities, mentorship with an °®Âþµº advisor, and a peer-reviewed evaluation focused on continuous improvement. During this multiyear path, schools focus on developing and implementing a plan to achieve their mission and align with °®Âþµº’s accreditation standards. These principles-based standards require excellence in areas relating to strategic management and innovation, research, and teaching and learning.

For more information about °®Âþµº accreditation, please visit aacsb.edu/accreditation.

About °®Âþµº International

Established in 1916, °®Âþµº International (°®Âþµº) is the world’s largest business education alliance, connecting educators, learners, and business to create the next generation of great leaders. With members in over 100 countries and territories, °®Âþµº fosters engagement, accelerates innovation, and amplifies impact in business education. Learn how °®Âþµº and business schools from around the world are leading boldly in business education at aacsb.edu.