Leader Generation
Empowering ambitious minds at AACSB-accredited business schools to shape the future.
AACSB, in a series produced for us and series participants by BBC StoryWorks Commercial Productions, is showcasing the transformative impact of business education worldwide. Through compelling storytelling, this series highlights the innovation, leadership, and societal contributions of AACSB’s global membership. By amplifying these stories on a renowned international platform, we elevate the value of business education and its role in shaping a better, more sustainable future. The series is bringing to life the powerful narratives of business schools, their graduates, and the communities they serve.
Shaping the Future of Business, One Leader at a Time
At AACSB-accredited business schools, the next generation of leaders is rising—bold thinkers, changemakers, and innovators shaping the future of business and society. Leader Generation showcases their journeys, highlighting how these institutions empower students and graduates to turn ambition into impact.
In partnership with BBC Storyworks, this project brings to life inspiring stories of resilience, innovation, and success. Through powerful narratives and dynamic visuals, explore how business education is transforming lives and creating leaders who are redefining what’s possible.
Discover Tomorrow's Leaders, Be Inspired by Their Stories
Leader Generation, in partnership with BBC Storyworks, celebrates these inspiring stories through compelling narratives and visuals, showcasing how students, alumni, and faculty are driving innovation and real-world change.
Creativity, strategy, and adaptability turned a simple idea into global success—discover the story behind it.
The Making of a Smash Hit (Korea University Business School)
Innovative Education
From Veteran to Executive Success
After supporting her family and serving in the military, Beatrice is now upskilling to elevate her executive career.
Serving Up Success
After playing tennis since he was six years old, Rony had to step off the court due to injury. Find out how he used his resilience to excel as a hospitality business student, taking the game further in his career.
The Art of Values-Based Leadership
Jo channelled her passion for painting into her non-profit initiative SendToGive, using art to support communities. Discover how the world’s first business school is shaping future leaders by embracing diverse perspectives and prioritising development that is conscious of sustainability.
Building Confidence For Success
Teaching human-focused skills is crucial for transforming the knowledge learnt at business school into real-world success. Discover how an AI tool is empowering students like Ishita Bandyopadhy to enhance their communication, critical thinking and emotional intelligence, helping prepare them for the professional world .
Fuelling Purpose to Drive Success
As a kid, Maxted struggled with traditional education, but by finding his own learning style, he now helps students navigate their business education with growth and purpose.
The Making of A Smash Hit
Creativity, strategy, and adaptability turned a simple idea into a global success—discover the story behind it.
Leading the Future of Healthcare Business
With a background in midwifery, Nayol wanted to make a bigger impact in healthcare. Through this business program, she gained the tools to approach maternity and postnatal care in fresh, innovative ways.
A Ticket to a Global Mindset
When Halle got her passport, a door to global opportunities opened. Discover how her international experiences as a student have shaped her into a global leader.
In an effort to address water scarcity in the hospitality sector, students are developing innovative solutions to promote sustainable water usage.
Turning Passion Into Success (Edith Cowan University)
Learning to Lead
Changemakers Tackling Real World Challenges
Gaining hands-on experience is crucial for tackling real-world challenges. Discover how Dr. Fatima Ansarizadeh won a competition while completing her PhD to develop a solution to optimize electric vehicle charging efficiency, equipping her with valuable real-world experience for her career.
How Students Are Trying to Combat Water Scarcity in the Hospitality Sector
Students are developing innovative solutions to tackle water scarcity in the hospitality sector by implementing sustainable practices, leveraging technology, and raising awareness to drive meaningful change in water conservation.
Making a Diference in Wildfire Mitigation
Growing up in wildfire-prone California, Andrew Saah witnessed the challenges of this threat firsthand. Learn how he teamed up with two business school peers to create a NASA award-winning start-up to tackle this issue.
Inspiring the Next Generation of Leaders
Discover how connecting with local industries is equipping current and previous students in Esbjerg with the tools to drive business innovation that is conscious of its impact on the environment.
The Business of Aging Well
Meet Gwenda, the 72-year-old elderly care advocate who is working with a group of academic experts from UTS to develop better ways to care for Australia's ageing population.
Turning Passion Into Success
Education has the power to transform lives and turn dreams into reality. Discover how Cam turned his passion for football into business success. And hear from one of the world’s most influential women in finance as she shares what it takes to navigate today’s complex business world.
Empowering Inclusion
Unlocking Access to Education for Brighter Futures
Through the LEAP program, Emma King gained the confidence to pursue higher education and her dream career.
Changing the Narrative for Women in Finance
In a male-dominated field, Ritvi struggled with self-doubt at the start of her Finance degree. Discover how this university is helping students like her to overcome impostor syndrome, changing the narrative for women and empowering them for success.
Prioritising Mental Wellbeing
Addressing students' needs is crucial for removing barriers that could hinder their academic success. Discover how this business school is prioritising student wellbeing through initiatives such as “In a Pinch”, which provides access to essential resources, and integrating mental health awareness into every student's curriculum.
An Unconventional Way to Feed the Planet
Growing up close to nature with strong ties to food, Aziz was inspired to give back to his community in Tunisia. This led him to create a company tackling food insecurity head-on with an unconventional solution: insects. Discover the story behind his entrepreneurial journey.