About Us AACSB, the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, is the global standard-setting body for business education, strengthening the world’s business schools through accreditation, thought leadership, and transformative learning. Submitter's Note: This StratML rendition was compiled from the source by ChatGPT and lightly edited in the form at https://stratml.us/forms/Claude/Part1.html AACSB International AACSB uuid-aacsb-organization Advance collegiate business education worldwide as the largest business education network and global standard-setting body, connecting educators, students, and businesses and strengthening business schools through accreditation, thought leadership, and transformative learning. Member organizations Organizations that join AACSB’s network to elevate the impact of business education and participate in its learning, engagement, and standards-based community. Accredited schools Business schools holding AACSB accreditation, described by AACSB as the highest level of excellence a business school can achieve. Business schools Business education providers worldwide that AACSB serves through principles-based accreditation standards, innovation, learning, and community connection. Educators Faculty and education leaders supported through AACSB learning, engagement, community, and thought leadership. Students Learners served by AACSB-accredited schools and the broader business education ecosystem strengthened by AACSB. Employers Businesses and organizations that hire business graduates and engage with business schools; AACSB positions itself as connecting businesses and schools to develop the next generation of leaders. Volunteers Volunteer educators and business practitioners who serve on AACSB committees and councils and support AACSB and the Business Education Alliance. AACSB Board of Directors Governing body providing oversight for AACSB and its strategic direction; board officers and directors are listed on AACSB’s Leadership and Governance pages. AACSB Executive Leadership Executive leadership team that strategizes and operationalizes organizational goals in support of AACSB’s membership. Lily Bi President and Chief Executive Officer, AACSB International. Neil Bosland Executive Vice President and Chief Operating and Financial Officer, AACSB International. Stephanie Bryant Executive Vice President and Chief Accreditation Officer, AACSB International. Eileen McAuliffe Executive Vice President, Chief Thought Leadership Officer and EMEA, AACSB International. Geoff Perry Executive Vice President and Chief Officer, Asia Pacific, Americas, and Membership, AACSB International. Carrie Summerlin Executive Vice President and Chief Learning and Engagement Officer, AACSB International. Articles and Bylaws Committee Creates and maintains AACSB bylaws; prepares recommendations for changes in articles of incorporation and/or bylaws and for changes to the Policy Governance Manual for board consideration. Anne-Marie Croteau Chair, Articles and Bylaws Committee (Concordia University). Delphine Manceau Vice Chair, Articles and Bylaws Committee (NEOMA Business School). Helen Brand Member, Articles and Bylaws Committee (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants). Susan Fournier Member, Articles and Bylaws Committee (Boston University). Xiongwen Lu Member, Articles and Bylaws Committee (Fudan University). Audit Committee Oversees AACSB’s financial reporting process and selection of the independent audit firm; oversees the annual audit, receives results, and recommends changes in records, internal controls, and procedures. Frank Buckless Chair, Audit Committee (North Carolina State University). Kathleen A. Farrell Vice Chair, Audit Committee (University of Nebraska-Lincoln). Isabelle Chaquiriand Member, Audit Committee (Universidad Católica del Uruguay). Mariëlle Heijltjes Member, Audit Committee (Maastricht University). Margaret Williams Member, Audit Committee (Texas Tech University). Peter Møllgaard Ex Officio Member (Finance and Investment Committee Chair), Audit Committee (Copenhagen Business School). Lee Newman Ex Officio Member (Board Secretary-Treasurer), Audit Committee (IE Business School). Executive Committee Advises the chair and president and CEO on board and staff operations; may act on behalf of the board between meetings; oversees executive compensation and benefits, CEO goal-setting and evaluation, and alignment of organizational goals and compensation. Joyce A. Strawser Chair, Executive Committee; Board Chair (Seton Hall University). Ian O. Williamson Vice Chair, Executive Committee; Board Vice Chair–Chair Elect (University of California, Irvine). Sherif H. Kamel Immediate Past Board Chair; Executive Committee member (The American University in Cairo). Finance and Investment Committee Oversees AACSB’s financial condition and asset safeguarding; monitors financial strategies; approves selection of investment consulting and advisory firm; oversees the AACSB investment portfolio. Lailani Alcantara Vice Chair, Finance and Investment Committee (Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University). Andrew Karolyi Member, Finance and Investment Committee (Cornell SC Johnson College of Business, Cornell University). Rowena Ortiz-Walters Member, Finance and Investment Committee (St. Mary’s University). Nominating Committee Reviews nominees solicited from member organizations and selects the slate of candidates for open AACSB officer and director positions presented for election in January each year. Thami Ghorfi Member, Nominating Committee (ESCA Ecole de Management). Barbara Ritter Member, Nominating Committee (The University of Toledo). Innovation Committee Helps empower business education providers and partners to pursue new opportunities that positively impact business and society; explores emerging innovations and effective practices; incubates ideas and vision for business education; guides AACSB content development; evaluates issues and recommends policies, plans, and tactics to the board. Asia Pacific Advisory Council Advises the board and staff on key issues and challenges; helps set priorities related to business education and AACSB’s mission; enhances AACSB activities and engagement in the Asia Pacific context. Maryam Omari Chair, Asia Pacific Advisory Council (Edith Cowan University). Business Influencer Council Ongoing partnership between the business community and business schools; members provide perspectives, expertise, and insights to improve business education worldwide and engage with the AACSB network in matters of mutual advantage. Roy Mathew Co-Chair, Business Influencer Council (Deloitte Higher Education, Deloitte LLP). Holly Raider Co-Chair, Business Influencer Council (School of Business, Quinnipiac University). European Advisory Council Advises the board and staff on key issues and challenges; helps set priorities related to business education and AACSB’s mission; enhances AACSB activities and engagement in the European context. Hanna-Leena Pesonen Chair, European Advisory Council (University of Jyväskylä, Finland). Latin American and Caribbean Advisory Council Advises the board and staff on key issues and challenges; helps set priorities related to business education and AACSB’s mission; enhances AACSB activities and engagement in the Latin American and Caribbean context. Isabelle Chaquiriand Chair, Latin American and Caribbean Advisory Council (Universidad Católica del Uruguay). Middle East and Africa Advisory Council Advises the board and staff on key issues and challenges; helps set priorities related to business education and AACSB’s mission; enhances AACSB activities and engagement in the Middle East and Africa context. Karim Seghir Chair, Middle East and Africa Advisory Council (Ajman University). Accrediting bodies Accrediting bodies that AACSB identifies as partners in support of AACSB’s mission and global quality assurance in higher education. Association of Chartered Certified Accountants AACSB-listed partner accrediting body (ACCA). National Accreditation Board for Higher Education AACSB-listed partner accrediting body (BAN-PT), Indonesia. Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education AACSB-listed partner accrediting body (CAHME), United States. Council for Higher Education Accreditation AACSB-listed partner accrediting body (CHEA), United States. Higher Education Quality Committee AACSB-listed partner accrediting body (HEQC), South Africa. IAE France AACSB-listed partner accrediting body (France). Korean Association of Business Education Accreditation AACSB-listed partner accrediting body (KABEA), South Korea. National Commission for Quality Assurance and Accreditation AACSB-listed partner accrediting body (NCQAA), Oman. National Business Education Accreditation Council AACSB-listed partner accrediting body (NBEAC), Pakistan. Accreditation Organisation of the Netherlands and Flanders AACSB-listed partner accrediting body (NVAO). Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education AACSB-listed partner accrediting body (QAA), United Kingdom. Societal impact partners Organizations AACSB identifies as partners supporting positive societal impact through business schools. Principles for Responsible Management Education AACSB-listed societal impact partner (PRME). Redefining Value and Success: The Business School of the Future AACSB-listed societal impact partner (Positive Impact Rating for Business Schools). United Nations Global Compact AACSB-listed societal impact partner. Globally Responsible Leadership Initiative AACSB-listed societal impact partner (GRLI). Positive societal impact through business schools uuid-aacsb-vision To elevate the quality and impact of business schools globally uuid-aacsb-mission Members First Prioritize the needs and success of AACSB members. Inclusivity Foster inclusive participation and belonging across the global network. Global Unity Strengthen global connection and shared purpose across regions and sectors. Excellence Advance high standards and continuous improvement in business education. Curiosity Encourage inquiry, learning, and innovation in business education. Accreditation Strengthen business schools through principles-based accreditation standards and recognition of excellence. 9599a024-da40-41d3-8d03-0a54e875a08f 1 Accreditation stakeholders Business schools pursuing, maintaining, or benefiting from AACSB accreditation; peer reviewers; and related quality-assurance partners. Standards Maintain and evolve accreditation standards that support high-quality business education globally. ecb80af4-e1b7-42b0-892b-833957ccbe3b 1.1 Quality assurance Provide a trusted accreditation process recognized worldwide as a high level of excellence for business schools. 56fc4953-d4c9-48db-82d2-001d04f137cf 1.2 Continuous improvement Support member and accredited schools in sustaining continuous improvement through principles-based review and shared learning. 00ad8b79-a0d2-40d9-9ace-8096438d5015 1.3 Thought leadership Advance evidence-informed insights and guidance that help business schools innovate in teaching, research, and societal impact. 2934ce75-c4d7-43f8-b930-5e4452dac971 2 Research and insight users Educators, business school leaders, employers, policymakers, and other stakeholders consuming AACSB insights, reports, and related content. Insights Develop and share research-based insights that support business schools as trailblazers in teaching, research, and societal impact. ebe367ac-8f5c-418c-9352-352a85c5a41e 2.1 Innovation Accelerate innovation in business education by identifying emerging challenges and opportunities and translating them into practical guidance. 7edaf2e1-fb49-4425-a2b4-5d5fa1f3c6ab 2.2 Transformative learning Enable transformative learning and engagement that connects educators, students, and businesses to develop the next generation of leaders. 1566004a-7e96-40af-9017-0e6b459cc8a3 3 Learning and engagement participants Educators, students, business practitioners, and member organizations participating in AACSB learning, events, and volunteer communities. Connection Connect educators, students, and businesses across the AACSB network to achieve shared aims in business education. 65f74049-ef11-49c1-b9c7-2a73f0aaeab0 3.1 Engagement Foster engagement through conferences, learning offerings, and volunteer participation that supports AACSB’s mission and network strength. e7299776-65e5-46bb-b88d-df0dcece5bec 3.2 Societal impact Support business schools in pursuing and reporting initiatives that address significant societal challenges and contribute to positive impact. 5905dfc2-ef8d-4a5a-9ce7-a0c14f18fa67 3.3 2026-01-15 https://www.aacsb.edu/about-us Owen Ambur Owen.Ambur@verizon.net