Leadership and Governance

Partners

AACSB is proud to partner with governments, NGOs, and the private sector to advance business education. We are committed to enhancing the quality and value of business education through collaboration. Together we elevate the quality and impact of business schools globally to achieve positive societal impact. 

Accrediting Bodies
Quality assurance agency accrediting higher education institutions in Indonesia. Learn More
The Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME) advances the quality of healthcare management education globally. CAHME accredits 150 academic programs in healthcare management covering areas such as healthcare leadership, quality and safety, and population health. Learn More
The Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) is the UAE Federal Government Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education. Working collaboratively with relevant international and local authorities in the Emirates, the CAA has a key leadership role in securing and developing the quality of higher education in the UAE.
Higher Education Quality Council is the only accreditation and quality assurance organization in higher education in Turkey by law. The three pillars of responsibility of the HEQC are the external evaluation for quality assurance of the currently 206 higher education institutions in Turkey; granting authorization to national program accreditation agencies as well as recognition of international quality assurance organizations and program accreditation agencies; and spreading the culture of and raising the awareness of quality assurance in higher education in Turkey.
IAE FRANCE is a network of 38 schools of management located within universities. All IAE schools of management offer a range of courses covering all fields of management, some of them taught in English, and deliver bachelor's, master's and PhD degrees accredited by the French government. IAE FRANCE is the first source of research in management in France. Learn More
The Korean Association of Business Education Accreditation agency continuously improves business education quality through workshops, training, and mentorships. The agency serves business schools throughout Korea. Learn more.
The mandate of the committee is to oversee and revise the National Qualification Framework (NQF) as and when needed, in accordance with the general policies of the state. Furthermore, the committee shall certify the credentials awarded by higher education institutions ensuring their alignment with the National Qualification Framework. The committee is to conduct institution and program accreditation for higher education institutions in Qatar.
The mandate and mission of the NBEAC is to enhance the quality of business education in Pakistan. It seeks to do this through mentorship, accreditation, training, and networking services. Mentorship and accreditation services are available to all members upon request. Training and networking services are available to all faculty and staff of business schools in the country. The main areas of emphasis for quality assurance are strategic planning, faculty strength and qualifications, curriculum content and relevance, pedagogical techniques and learning assessment methods, research and development strategies, social responsibility activities, and financial sustainability strategies. Learn More
The Accreditation Organization of the Netherlands and Flanders (NVAO) is an independent accreditation body established by the Dutch and Flemish governments. Its mission is to safeguard the quality of higher education in both the Netherlands and Flanders. Learn More
The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA) is an independent charity working to benefit students and higher education, and one of the world’s experts in quality assurance. We are trusted by higher education providers and regulatory bodies to maintain and enhance quality and standards. We ensure that students are involved in all aspects of our work. Learn More
Societal Impact Partners
The largest community of accountants in academia is shaping the future of accounting through teaching, research, and a powerful network. Learn More
The Association of Arab Universities (AAU) is a non-governmental organization that has an independent legal character. Its membership includes 280 Arab Universities and was established in 1964 upon a resolution issued by the Arab League. The AAU headquarters is in Amman, Jordan.
Beta Gamma Sigma (BGS) is an international business honor society that recognizes top-performing undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students at AACSB-accredited business schools. BGS supports its lifetime members throughout and after their academic careers with exclusive benefits that provide opportunities for members to connect, lead, and learn. Learn More
The PhD Project is a nonprofit organization that works to increase the diversity of business school faculty—and the workplace. The PhD Project member network supports students who are historically underrepresented in business doctoral programs through conferences, mentoring, and networking. Learn More
The Globally Responsible Leadership Initiative (GRLI) is a working partnership of global networks, companies, and learning institutions committed to transforming leadership development at the intersection of education, business, and society. Learn More