What should business school deans around the world focus on in 2026? We asked 18 deans to find out. Here’s what they said: Marion Debruyne, Dean of Vlerick Business School: “What does it take to lead a modern business school at a time when the very foundations of higher education are shifting? More than ever…

The 2025 EFMD Master Programmes Conference explored how Master programmes can adapt to technological change, shifting global dynamics and evolving student expectations. Across three days, discussions highlighted the need to strengthen human capabilities, rethink programme design and sustain openness and collaboration. The conference opened in Bologna, the birthplace of the university and the symbolic home…

Hult International Business School is launching three new undergraduate programmes to help address skills gaps in the workplace and to prepare learners for a global business environment increasingly influenced by AI. The three courses seek to develop students’ human skills to work-place-ready levels: The Computer Science for Business (CSB) degree merges technical expertise with business acumen,…

Business education is at a crossroads. Rapid advances in AI, growing expectations for sustainability, and a climate of uncertainty are prompting schools to rethink how they prepare future leaders. Understanding the perspectives of students, staff, faculty, alumni, and employers is essential to navigating these challenges effectively. The third See the Future Survey offers business schools…

Each year, the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC), in partnership with EFMD Global and business schools worldwide, gathers insights from corporate recruiters through its Corporate Recruiters Survey. The study examines talent acquisition strategies, the future of work, hiring outlooks, in-demand skills, and the role of graduate business education in preparing tomorrow’s leaders. Discover insights from…

Business school professionals around the world breathe a sigh of relief, punch the air or hold their heads in their hands when rankings are released. Those from the likes of the Financial Times, Times Higher Education and US News are still important in attracting potential applicants, pleasing alumni and showcasing to key stakeholders – so…