This contribution will support EFMD’s development work operated via the EDAF process and benefit schools in emerging economies by helping them further their development and accelerate their international positioning.

“We are grateful to The Open University Business School for their substantial contribution to EDAF and the education community as a whole,” said Piet Naudé, EDAF Director. “It will have a great impact on future EDAF development.”

The contribution reflects OUBS’ commitment to investing in education and fostering growth in developing countries while supporting EFMD’s mission to promote and enhance excellence in management education globally. It also aligns with OUBS’ value of inclusivity and its goals of making higher education open to all and promoting social justice through the development of knowledge and skills.

“We are delighted that our gift can enable three schools – two in South America and the other in Asia – to benefit from the EDAF mentoring process,” said Professor Siv Vangen, Head of OUBS, which is celebrating its 40^thanniversary in 2023. “It supports our commitment to deliver social mobility via our global community, something we’ve been aspiring to do for the last four decades.”

Currently, three institutions, the Faculty of Business and Economics at the University of Lima in Peru, ESEG – Escola Superior de Engenharia e Gestão de São Paulo in Brazil, and the Global Risk Management Institute (GRMI) in India, which are in the beginning stages of the EDAF process, will benefit from OUBS’ contribution.

About The Open University Business School (OUBS):

OUBS is recognised for its innovative and flexible approach to business education. As part of The Open University (OU), it offers a wide range of programmes and courses designed to cater to the needs of working professionals and other individuals seeking to enhance their business knowledge and skills.

OUBS’ distinctive approach to research-led, supported, open online learning enables students to study at their own pace and from anywhere in the world. With a focus on practical application and real-world relevance, OUBS aims to equip its students with the essential knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in today’s dynamic business environments.

About EDAF:

EDAF – EFMD Global Deans Across Frontiers is a unique quality improvement system designed to support the advancement of business schools through the guidance and mentorship of their senior management teams.

EDAF provides development and consultancy services through highly experienced mentors. Its flexible approach acknowledges the diversity among institutional models, countries, and cultures. Doing so enables institutions to pursue excellence and amplify their impact within the management development community.

Discover more about the work of EDAF and follow the conversation here.