Posts by Eric Cornuel
In Memoriam: Professor Per-Jonas Eliaeson
It is with deep sadness that we have learnt of the passing of Professor Per-Jonas Eliaeson, one of the founding members of EFMD and a valued member of our community. Per-Jonas was a distinguished figure in Swedish and international management education. He served as President of the Stockholm School of Economics from 1970 to 1986.…
Read MoreRemembering Michael Osbaldeston and his lasting impact on management education
It is with profound sadness that we bid farewell to our esteemed colleague and friend, Michael Osbaldeston, former Director of Quality Services and EQUIS at EFMD, and a committed advocate of EDAF. A distinguished peer reviewer and chair within our community, he conducted 33 EQUIS reviews and chaired 18 of them, always with insight, care,…
Read MoreIn Memoriam: Honouring the life and legacy of Dr N.R. Parasuraman
It is with deep sadness that we have learnt about the passing of our esteemed colleague and friend, Dr N.R. Parasuraman. Dr Parasuraman’s contributions to our network and the wider academic community were significant, and he will be greatly missed. He participated in five peer review visits for EFMD Programme Accreditation and was a dedicated…
Read MoreHonouring Christian Delporte
With deep sadness, we say farewell to our esteemed colleague and friend, Christian Delporte. His many contributions to management education and the EFMD community will be long remembered, and we will cherish his wisdom, gentle demeanour, and collegiality. Before joining EFMD, Christian served as Rector of FUCAM and Dean of the Louvain School of Management…
Read MoreIn Memoriam: Honouring the lives and legacies of Francisco Mazzucca and Bohdan Budzan
It is with deep sadness that we have learnt about the recent passing of two esteemed colleagues and friends of the EFMD community, Francisco Mazzucca and Bohdan Budzan. Their contributions to our network and the broader academic and professional landscapes were immeasurable, and they will be sorely missed. Francisco Mazzucca served as EFMD’s Advisor for…
Read MoreIn Memoriam: Gerard “Ray” van Schaik – A Visionary Leader and Distinguished Mentor
It is with the deepest respect and profound sorrow that EFMD and the entire global management education community commemorate the passing of Gerard “Ray” van Schaik, our Honorary President. His tenure as President of EFMD from 1995 to 2008 was marked by visionary leadership and unwavering dedication, profoundly shaping the landscape of management education and…
Read MoreIn Memoriam: Prof. David Asch – A Remarkable Leader and Friend
It is with profound sorrow and heavy hearts that we bid farewell to a cherished colleague and friend, Prof. David Asch. His indelible mark on the field of management education and his unwavering commitment to our community have left an enduring legacy that will be felt for years to come. Prof. Asch, former Director of…
Read MoreChris Greensted obituary
With great sadness, we say goodbye to our dear colleague and friend, Prof. Chris Greensted. His accomplishments and contributions to the management education and EFMD community are memorable, and we will forever cherish his wisdom, sense of humour and collegiality. Chris spent the first eight years of his career in industry before moving on to academia,…
Read MoreGordon obituary
With great sadness, we say goodbye to our dear colleague and friend, prof. Gordon Shenton, whose accomplishments and contributions to the management education community are immense. Prof. Gordon Shenton was the Director of EFMD’s Quality Services for many years and also Emeritus Professor at EM-LYON Business School. He dedicated his career to promoting quality and impact in…
Read MoreJoint Statement on Ukraine from AACSB, AMBA & BGA and EFMD
AACSB, AMBA & BGA, and EFMD stand together in solidarity with the people of Ukraine. As global leaders in business education, our organisations support and serve educators and leaders in over 150 countries and territories through our commitment to the values of peace, safety, freedom, diversity, and social responsibility. We are deeply concerned by the…
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