We are pleased to announce that China Europe International Business School (CEIBS) has successfully completed the Business School Impact System (BSIS) assessment process and has been granted a renewal of its BSIS Label.

The BSIS review team found compelling evidence of CEIBS’s broad and growing contributions across all key dimensions of the BSIS framework, fully supporting the renewal of its label.

Addressing the school for this achievement, BSIS Director François Bonvalet remarked:

“CEIBS continues to set an exceptional standard in China and abroad, combining academic excellence with meaningful societal and economic contribution. The school’s ability to bridge global insight with local relevance—through high-quality research, impactful education, and deep stakeholder engagement—is a model for business schools worldwide. We commend the entire CEIBS community for their continued commitment to public value and impact, and we congratulate them on this well-deserved renewal of their BSIS label.”

China Europe International Business School (CEIBS)

CEIBS is a joint venture between the Chinese government and the European Union, headquartered in Shanghai with campuses in Beijing, Shenzhen, Zurich, and Accra. Since its founding in 1994, CEIBS has grown into a globally recognised institution, ranked among the top business schools in the world. It offers a range of MBA, EMBA, and executive education programmes and is known for its strong international faculty, rigorous academic standards, and its mission to educate responsible leaders able to navigate both Chinese and global markets.

CEIBS stands out as a leading institution in both China and internationally, owing to its intellectual influence, dynamic stakeholder engagement, and expanding economic and societal footprint.

The school has made a marked economic contribution through its substantial operating budget and major investments in infrastructure. Its activities bring significant benefits to the local and national economy, particularly through high-profile events, conferences, and executive education offerings that attract participants from across China and abroad. These engagements also generate meaningful secondary impact in sectors like hospitality, travel, and business services.

Its intellectual output remains internationally respected. Faculty continue to publish in top-tier journals, develop widely used teaching cases, and actively participate in both academic and practitioner forums. The research produced is not only rigorous but also directly relevant to real-world business challenges. CEIBS’s China-focused case centre is a valued global resource for those seeking insight into Chinese business practice.

Advancing societal goals through research and responsible leadership

The school offers a globally competitive and diverse programme portfolio across its campuses. From flagship MBA and EMBA degrees to customised executive education, CEIBS provides high-quality learning with strong career outcomes. Its students and alumni are widely seen as ambitious and globally minded. The alumni network, one of the school’s most powerful assets, plays a key role in mentoring, recruitment, programme development, and outreach.

The BSIS review team also highlighted CEIBS’s positive role in advancing regional and societal development. The school actively contributes to public dialogue through forums, research centres, and publications focused on national priorities such as innovation, entrepreneurship, sustainability, and digital transformation. Its growing commitment to responsible management is reflected in initiatives aligned with ESG principles and the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Internationalisation remains a defining strength. CEIBS maintains close relationships with European academic partners, extends its reach through campuses in Zurich and Accra, and supports international student and faculty mobility. Its role as a bridge between East and West—intellectually, culturally, and operationally—is a distinctive advantage.

The review team also commended CEIBS’s leadership and governance for their strategic clarity, innovation, and resilience, particularly in managing the disruptions brought by the global pandemic while maintaining high academic standards. The school’s unwavering mission, consistent innovation, and public value delivery were key reasons for the successful renewal of the BSIS label.

Vice President and Dean of China Europe International Business School (CEIBS), Frank Bournois, commented:

“Creating meaningful impact is at the core of CEIBS’ mission. CEIBS is the only business school on the Chinese mainland to be formed from government-to-government collaboration (the school was co-founded by the European Union and the Chinese government in 1994).  We are uniquely positioned to act as a bridge between East and West and a platform for knowledge-sharing and exchange. This allows us to generate tangible and lasting impact on our region and the world. We have a unique international approach to teaching, research, and thought leadership that advances the social, economic, and sustainable development of China, Europe, and beyond.”

About BSIS

The Business School Impact System (BSIS) is the first comprehensive impact assessment tool for business schools, covering more than 130 indicators across seven dimensions of impact. It provides a tailor-made data collection system for monitoring, assessing, and developing the impact of business schools.

The BSIS process involves the definition of the impact zone and institutional scope, data collection, impact assessment, and the report with recommendations for future development. Demonstrating the school’s impact on internal and external stakeholders, the system serves as a communication and negotiation tool externally and fosters an impact culture within the school. Schools that undergo BSIS are awarded the BSIS Label for a three-year period.

• There are currently more than 90 schools across 25 countries that have received the BSIS label.
• To learn more about the impact assessment system, please visit the BSIS website or contact Julie Comte.

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