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AACSB Academy™ Builds Leadership and Faculty Excellence Through Skills-Based Programs

TAMPA, Fla., April 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AACSB International, the global leader in business education, proudly announces the launch of the AACSB Academy, a transformative learning platform designed to upskill business school faculty, staff, administrators, and leaders. The Academy offers competency–based, technical learning programs that focus on building excellence, success, and quality, all directly aligned with AACSB standards.

“This launch represents a major expansion of our professional learning portfolio, enabling us to provide even more impactful development opportunities for business education professionals,” said Carrie Summerlin, Executive Vice President, Chief Learning & Engagement Officer.

The AACSB Academy is distinguished by:

Competency–Based Curriculum: Structured learning built around real–world leadership, pedagogy, and accreditation skills.
Flexible Formats: In–person, virtual, hybrid, and asynchronous options to suit individual and institutional needs.
Recognized Credentials: Certificates and digital badges that validate professional growth and global readiness.
Customizable Learning Paths: Tailored experiences for a range of roles and career stages.
Mentorship & Community: Cohort–based programs that foster collaboration and shared growth.

“With the launch of the Academy, we are not only responding to the evolving needs of business education professionals, but we are also raising the bar,” said Lily Bi, president and CEO of AACSB. “The Academy ensures that institutions and individuals alike can access rigorous, competency–based programs that enhance leadership, faculty excellence, and long–term institutional impact.”

In addition to its accreditation curriculum, AACSB Academy introduces new offerings such as leadership cohorts, on–demand modules, seminars, and certificates on the topics of assurance of learning, AI, professional excellence, and business simulation. Many programs will be accessible to emerging markets, underscoring AACSB’s commitment to global, inclusive development.

Media Contact:
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About AACSB International

Established in 1916, AACSB International (AACSB) is the world’s largest business education association, connecting educators, learners, and businesses to create the next generation of great leaders. With members in over 100 countries and territories, AACSB elevates the quality and impact of business schools globally. Learn how AACSB and business schools from around the world are leading boldly in business education at aacsb.edu.

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AACSB Report Reveals Key Shifts Shaping Business Education

The report explores business school financial viability, enrollment trends and learner expectations, and increasingly complex faculty and leadership roles.

TAMPA, Fla., April 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AACSB International is proud to release its 2025 State of Business Education Report, a data–rich analysis of the forces reshaping business education worldwide. Based on global surveys, institutional data, and expert perspectives, the report highlights five key transformation areas:

  • Financial Viability: Over 75 percent of business school leaders cite financial models as a top concern. Schools are responding by diversifying revenue streams, building strategic industry partnerships, and adapting to changes in public funding and tuition models.
  • Evolving Enrollment Trends: Undergraduate and master’s applications are growing globally, while MBA enrollment is declining in some regions. International enrollment trends remain uneven—dropping by 26 percent at the undergraduate level in the Americas but rising significantly in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. At the master’s level, international enrollment increased across all regions, with schools in Asia Pacific and EMEA enrolling a higher proportion of students.
  • Workforce Readiness and Skill Development: Employers and educators agree on the need for a balanced skill set. Graduates must possess human–centered skills such as communication, resilience, and ethical leadership, alongside technical fluency in AI and hands–on learning experiences.
  • Evolving Faculty Roles: Faculty are under increasing pressure to deliver impactful research, embrace pedagogical innovation, and strengthen industry engagement. Institutions are rethinking faculty incentives and support structures to retain top talent and combat burnout, particularly in high–demand areas.
  • Leadership Complexity: Deans and academic leaders are navigating complex financial and regulatory landscapes, balancing immediate institutional needs with long–term strategy while fostering global collaboration.

“AACSB's 2025 State of Business Education Report serves as a valuable reference point for business schools and their many internal and external stakeholders,” said Lily Bi, president and CEO of AACSB. “By highlighting major developments occurring across our industry—backed by AACSB's comprehensive data and enriched by the insights and expertise from members throughout our global network—this report captures a pivotal moment in business education.”

The report draws from months of engagement with global stakeholders, including 14 regional roundtables and a survey of nearly 900 business education leaders from 83 countries and territories. AACSB also integrated its proprietary data with insights and research from leading organizations such as the Graduate Management Admission Council, McKinsey & Company, and the Organisation for Economic Co–operation and Development.

AACSB’s 2025 Business School Data Guide, relaunched for the first time since 2021 and released alongside the 2025 State of Business Education Report, serves as a valuable supplement, offering expanded insights into key trends and metrics shaping business education globally.

For media inquiries or to arrange an interview with an AACSB thought leader, please contact [email protected].

About AACSB International

Established in 1916, AACSB International (AACSB) is the world’s largest business education association, connecting educators, learners, and businesses to create the next generation of great leaders. With members in over 100 countries and territories, AACSB elevates the quality and impact of business schools globally. Learn how AACSB and business schools from around the world are leading boldly in business education at aacsb.edu.

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Business Schools Prepare for the GenAI Era: AACSB Shares Global Survey Findings

TAMPA, Fla., Feb. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AACSB International (AACSB) released a new report, GenAI Adoption in Business Schools: Deans and Faculty Respond, informed by survey input from business school deans and faculty. The report explores how these groups are navigating the opportunities and challenges of generative AI (GenAI), focusing on the practical use of GenAI in teaching, research, and governance. It offers valuable insights into the adoption trends and strategic priorities within business schools globally.

Key Survey Findings
Conducted separately among faculty and deans, the surveys reveal shared and diverse perspectives and priorities, highlighting the need for coordinated efforts to drive meaningful progress in GenAI adoption.

  • Optimism vs. Skepticism: Deans express greater optimism about GenAI’s potential, while faculty are generally more cautious, citing concerns about ethical implications and readiness. Despite this disparity, both groups agree on the importance of integrating GenAI across teaching, research, and governance.
  • Proficiency and Usage: Most survey respondents identify as novice or intermediate users of GenAI. Faculty primarily use GenAI for tasks like content creation and summarization in teaching, while they remain more hesitant about using the technology for research applications like data analysis, citing data integrity issues.
  • Ethical Concerns and Governance: Issues such as plagiarism, data privacy, and academic integrity are highlighted as major barriers to more widespread adoption. Although nearly half of the deans report existing AI policies at their institutions, many schools lack actionable guidance, signaling a need for clearer governance.
  • Educational Potential and Risks: Both faculty and deans recognize GenAI’s role in enhancing creativity and problem–solving while also posing risks to critical thinking. Striking a balance between AI integration and traditional pedagogy remains a key priority.
  • Resource Allocation: Schools are focusing on integrating GenAI into curricula using existing resources, with limited efforts directed toward expanding or redesigning current infrastructure.
  • Training Opportunities: A mix of self–directed learning and structured institutional support is preferred for skill development. However, low engagement with formal credentialing programs presents an opportunity for schools to expand training pathways.

AACSB’s findings emphasize the importance of promoting collaboration among educators, administrators, and institutional leaders to address challenges and responsibly leverage GenAI’s potential. The organization is committed to supporting business schools with actionable resources and insights to navigate the evolving AI landscape.

Support for this report is provided by the Kogod School of Business at American University. Learn how the Kogod School is preparing the business leaders of tomorrow at kogod.american.edu.

To read the full report, visit aacsb.edu/genai–adoption. For media inquiries or to arrange an interview with one of AACSB's thought leaders about this report, please contact [email protected].

About AACSB International

Established in 1916, AACSB International (AACSB) is the world’s largest business education association, connecting educators, learners, and businesses to create the next generation of great leaders. With members in over 100 countries and territories, AACSB elevates the quality and impact of business schools globally. Learn how AACSB and business schools from around the world are leading boldly in business education at aacsb.edu.


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AACSB Approves Global Standard-Setting Framework, Paving the Way for the Next Era of Business Education Standards

TAMPA, Fla., Feb. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AACSB International (AACSB), the world’s leading accrediting body for business schools, has approved the AACSB Global Standard–Setting Framework. This framework formalizes the process for revising business education standards and establishes a structured five–year review cycle. This initiative reaffirms AACSB’s position as the global authority on business education quality and impact.

The AACSB Board of Directors has charged Chief Accreditation Officer Stephanie Bryant with implementing the new framework and initiating a review and revision of the current standards. A global task force comprising key stakeholders from across the business education ecosystem will oversee the revision process to ensure alignment with the evolving needs of business schools, industry, and society.

Anticipated to launch on July 1, 2026, the revised standards will be released as The Global Standards for Business Education™. This initiative reinforces AACSB’s mission to advance the quality and impact of business education, providing more than 17,000 business schools worldwide with a structured framework for continuous improvement and global impact.

“For over a century, AACSB has been the de facto global standard–setting body for business education, guiding institutions toward quality, excellence, and impact,” said Lily Bi, President and CEO of AACSB. “As the business education landscape continues to evolve, AACSB is committed to ensuring that business schools remain agile, innovative, and aligned with industry and societal needs.”

The standards revision process will include an exposure draft and a public comment period, allowing for broad engagement from AACSB’s global community. The final version of The Global Standards for Business Education™ is expected to be voted on at the Annual Business Meeting in April 2026, with official implementation on July 1, 2026.

“The updated standards will provide all business schools with a clear, future–ready framework to drive excellence and innovation,” said Sherif Kamel, Chair of AACSB’s Board of Directors and Dean of Onsi Sawiris School of Business, The American University in Cairo.

About AACSB International 

Established in 1916, AACSB International (AACSB) is the world’s largest business education association, representing 1,900 institutional members and 1,000 accredited schools, connecting business schools, businesses, and lifelong learners to create the next generation of great leaders. With members in over 100 countries and territories, AACSB elevates the quality and impact of business schools globally. Learn how AACSB and business schools from around the world are leading boldly in business education at aacsb.edu. 

Media Contact:
Andrew Thriffiley
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AACSB and AArU Begin Groundbreaking Partnership to Advance Quality Education Across the Arab World

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Jan. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Association of Arab Universities (AArU) and AACSB International (AACSB) have formalized a strategic partnership by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), during AACSB’s Middle East and North Africa conference in Dubai, UAE.

The agreement outlines a shared commitment to providing opportunities for schools within the AArU membership to experience the advantages of specified membership benefits in both AACSB and AArU. AArU members will be provided the opportunity to work towards advancing accreditation efforts, and promote best practices in business education. This partnership will support universities across the Arab world in achieving global standards of excellence while addressing region–specific challenges in higher education and economic development.

“The Association of Arab Universities seeks to enhance the quality of higher education and elevate the level of academic accreditation to meet international standards. This agreement with AACSB, one of the most important international accreditation institutions, is part of the Association's vision to develop academic excellence, improve the efficiency of Arab educational institutions, and enhance their competitiveness,” says Professor Dr. Amr Ezzat Salama, Secretary General of AArU.

“AACSB is proud to collaborate with the Association of Arab Universities supporting the advancement of quality education in the Arab region. This partnership underscores our shared commitment to fostering excellence, innovation, and impact in education worldwide. With a century old tradition of continuous improvement and impact, we are honored to join AArU today and celebrate our mutual commitment to quality education,” says Lily Bi President and CEO of AACSB.

The MOU is a testament to the shared vision of both organizations to nurture future–ready business leaders in higher education. The AArU, established in 1964, is dedicated to strengthening cooperation between its 450 member universities in the Arab world and supporting their contributions to sustainable development. AACSB, with its global network of over 1,900 member organizations, has been driving excellence in business education for more than a century.

This partnership represents a significant step toward creating a more globally connected and impactful business education ecosystem in the Arab region.

A formal signing of the agreement occurred at the AACSB MENA Conference in Dubai, UAE including AACSB President and CEO Lily Bi and AArU Secretary General Professor Dr. Amr Ezzat Salama.

About AACSB International

Established in 1916, AACSB International (AACSB) 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, AACSB fosters engagement, accelerates innovation, and amplifies impact in business education. Learn how AACSB and business schools from around the world are leading boldly in business education at aacsb.edu.

For More Information Contact:
Leah McBride
1+813.367.5238
[email protected]

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L’AACSB définit l’orientation des écoles de commerce pour qu’elles soient à la pointe de l’IA

TAMPA, Floride, 02 juill. 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AACSB International (« AACSB ») ouvre la voie aux écoles de commerce pour leur permettre d’utiliser l’IA et d’innover dans ce domaine. Dans un rapport récemment publié qui explore la manière dont les écoles de commerce peuvent mieux comprendre et adopter les capacités de l’IA générative (GenAI), en complément de sa première conférence sur l’IA aux États–Unis, l’AACSB est ravie d’annoncer qu’Ethan Mollick, leader d’opinion renommé en matière d’IA, fera office de conférencier d’honneur lors de la Conférence des doyens qui se tiendra à Las Vegas, dans le Nevada, en février 2025.

Ethan Mollick est professeur associé à la Wharton School de l’université de Pennsylvanie, où il étudie et enseigne l’innovation et la culture d’entreprise, et examine les effets de l’intelligence artificielle sur le travail et l’éducation. Il dirige également Wharton Interactive, une initiative visant à démocratiser l’éducation à l’aide de jeux, de simulations et de l’IA. Avant de travailler dans le monde universitaire, Ethan a cofondé une startup et prodigue toujours aujourd’hui ses conseils à plusieurs startups et organisations.

Cette nouvelle arrive peu de temps après que l’AACSB ait organisé sa première Conférence sur l’IA à Santa Clara, en Californie. Cette conférence s’est concentrée sur l’intersection de l’IA dans les études commerciales et les affaires appliquées, sur l’importance des capacités de l’IA et sur la façon dont l’IA permet d’améliorer l’efficacité sans pour autant remplacer les aptitudes générales, tous ces points constituant un axe essentiel des études commerciales. L’AACSB prévoit également d’organiser une conférence similaire sur l’IA à Paris les 9 et 10 octobre.

Ce travail s’appuie sur le rapport récemment publié par l’AACSB, Building Future–Ready Business Schools With Generative AI (Bâtir des écoles de commerce prêtes pour l’avenir grâce à l’IA générative), qui examine en profondeur les menaces et les opportunités potentielles pour les études commerciales, en mettant en exergue les différentes manières dont les écoles peuvent utiliser efficacement la GenAI dans leur programme d’études et les expériences des apprenants, tout en réalisant les objectifs de l’établissement.

Les effets de l’IA commencent tout juste à se faire sentir dans l’enseignement, les entreprises et la société, et ces efforts servent de catalyseur pour explorer, discuter et étudier davantage la dynamique de cette technologie numérique en constante évolution.

À propos d’AACSB International

Fondée en 1916, AACSB International (« AACSB ») est la plus importante alliance dans le domaine des études commerciales au monde. Elle met en contact des formateurs, des apprenants et des entreprises afin de créer la prochaine génération de grands leaders. Avec des membres dans plus de 100 pays et territoires, l’AACSB favorise l’engagement, accélère l’innovation et amplifie l’impact au sein du secteur des études commerciales. Découvrez comment l’AACSB révolutionne les études commerciales dans le but de créer une société meilleure sur aacsb.edu.

Pour obtenir plus d’informations, contactez :
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AACSB Estabelece Direção para Faculdades de Business Liderarem em IA

TAMPA, Flórida, July 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — A AACSB International (AACSB) está liderando a maneira como as faculdades de business irão utilizar a IA. Com um relatório divulgado recentemente que explora como as faculdades de business podem entender e abraçar melhor a capacidade da IA generativa (GenAI), além da sua primeira conferência de IA nos EUA, a AACSB tem o prazer de anunciar a participação do renomado líder de pensamento em IA Ethan Mollick como palestrante principal na Deans Conference em Las Vegas, Nevada, em fevereiro de 2025.

Ethan Mollick é professor associado da Wharton School da University of Pennsylvania, onde estuda e ensina inovação e empreendedorismo e examina os efeitos da inteligência artificial no trabalho e na educação. Ele também lidera a Wharton Interactive, um esforço para democratizar a educação usando jogos, simulações e IA. Antes de entrar para o setor universitário, Ethan cofundou uma empresa startup e atualmente presta consultoria a várias startups e organizações.

Este acontecimento se dá pouco depois de a AACSB ter realizado sua primeira AI Conference em Santa Clara, Califórnia. Esta conferência concentrou–se na interseção da IA na educação empresarial e nos negócios aplicados, na importância da capacidade da IA e em como a IA aumenta a eficiência sem substituir as soft skills; um foco importante da educação empresarial. A AACSB também planeja realizar uma conferência de IA semelhante em Paris nos dias 9 e 10 de outubro.

Este trabalho baseia–se no relatório recém–publicado da AACSB Building Future–Ready Business Schools With Generative AI (Criação de Faculdades de Business Prontas com IA Generativa), que analisa em profundidade as potenciais ameaças e oportunidades para a educação empresarial, delineando maneiras pelas quais as escolas podem usar eficientemente a GenAI no seu currículo e na experiência dos alunos, enquanto atingem metas institucionais.

O impacto da IA está começando a ser observado na educação, nos negócios e na sociedade, e esses esforços servem como um catalisador para explorar, discutir e estudar ainda mais a dinâmica dessa tecnologia digital em evolução.

Sobre a AACSB International

Fundada em 1916, a AACSB International (AACSB) é a maior associação de educação empresarial do mundo, conectando educadores, estudantes e empresas para a criação da próxima geração de grandes líderes. Com membros em mais de 100 países e territórios, a AACSB incentiva o engajamento, acelera a inovação e amplia o impacto no ensino de business em todo o mundo. Saiba como a AACSB e as entidades de ensino de business de todo o mundo estão liderando corajosamente o ensino de business em aacsb.edu.

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AACSB richtet Wirtschaftshochschulen auf führende Rolle im Bereich der KI aus

TAMPA, Florida, July 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AACSB International (AACSB) richtet Wirtschaftshochschulen auf eine führende Rolle bei der innovativen Nutzung von KI aus. Anlässlich eines kürzlich veröffentlichten Berichts, der untersucht, wie Wirtschaftshochschulen die Möglichkeiten der generativen KI besser nachvollziehen und nutzen können, sowie der ersten KI–Konferenz in den USA, freut sich AACSB, den renommierten KI–Vordenker Ethan Mollick als Hauptredner auf der Konferenz der Dekane in Las Vegas, Nevada, im Februar 2025 anzukündigen.

Ethan Mollick ist außerordentlicher Professor an der Wharton School der University of Pennsylvania, wo er zu Innovation und Unternehmertum forscht und lehrt und die Auswirkungen der künstlichen Intelligenz auf Arbeit und Bildung untersucht. Außerdem leitet er das Projekt „Wharton Interactive“ zur Demokratisierung der Bildung durch Spiele, Simulationen und KI. Vor seiner Zeit im akademischen Bereich war Ethan Mitbegründer eines Startup–Unternehmens und berät derzeit eine Reihe von Startups und Organisationen.

Diese Ankündigung folgt auf die erste KI–Konferenz von AACSB, die vor Kurzem in Santa Clara, Kalifornien, stattfand. Diese Konferenz konzentrierte sich auf die Überschneidungen von KI in der Wirtschaftsausbildung und der angewandten Wirtschaft, die Bedeutung der Fähigkeiten von KI und die Frage, wie KI die Effizienz verbessert, ohne die Soft Skills zu ersetzen – ein wichtiger Schwerpunkt der Wirtschaftsausbildung. Der AACSB plant außerdem, am 9. und 10. Oktober eine ähnliche KI–Konferenz in Paris zu veranstalten.

Diese Aktivitäten stützen sich auf den kürzlich veröffentlichten Bericht des AACSB, Building Future–Ready Business Schools With Generative AI (Aufbau zukunftsfähiger Wirtschaftshochschulen mit generativer KI), der sich eingehend mit den potenziellen Gefahren und Chancen für die Wirtschaftsausbildung befasst und Wege aufzeigt, wie Schulen generative KI effizient in ihren Lehrplänen und für die Lernerfahrung nutzen und gleichzeitig institutionelle Ziele erreichen können.

Die Auswirkungen der KI auf Bildung, Wirtschaft und Gesellschaft beginnen sich gerade erst zu entfalten, und diese Bemühungen dienen als Katalysator, um die Dynamik dieser sich entwickelnden digitalen Technologie weiter zu erkunden, zu diskutieren und zu untersuchen.

Über AACSB International

AACSB International (AACSB) wurde 1916 gegründet und ist der weltweit größte Verband im Bereich der Wirtschaftsausbildung, der Lehrende, Lernende und Unternehmen miteinander verbindet, um die nächste Generation großer Führungskräfte hervorzubringen. Mit Mitgliedern in über 100 Ländern und Gebieten fördert der AACSB das Engagement, beschleunigt Innovationen und verstärkt den Einfluss auf die Wirtschaftsausbildung. Erfahren Sie, wie der AACSB und Wirtschaftshochschulen aus der ganzen Welt in der Wirtschaftsausbildung mutig vorangehen: aacsb.edu.

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