The transition into a dean’s role is one of the most significant leadership shifts in higher education. New deans are expected to provide strategic direction, manage complex stakeholder relationships, oversee resources, and respond to external pressures, often within their first months in office. Yet, the role extends well beyond academic leadership. Deans must balance institutional…

While many of Africa’s leading schools have built their reputations through strong regional networks, executive education and close links with local industries, even more are becoming increasingly visible on the global stage. The shift is reflected in international rankings, accreditation achievements, and a new generation of partnerships connecting African schools with institutions across Europe and…

We are delighted to announce that nine business schools have successfully achieved EQUIS accreditation. Warm congratulations and welcome to the EQUIS community! This round also includes the first EQUIS-accredited schools in Lebanon and Jordan, further extending the reach of EFMD’s quality benchmark across the Middle East. Alfons Sauquet, Quality Services and EQUIS Director, commented, ‘Our…

We are pleased to announce that EFMD President Eric Cornuel has been appointed by decree of French President Emmanuel Macron to the rank of Officier de l’Ordre National du Mérite (Officer in the National Order of Merit). The distinction is one of the highest national honours in France. According to the French government, the Ordre…

Business schools are increasingly expected to demonstrate not only the quality of their teaching and research, but also the difference they make to their communities, economies, industries and societies. When UC Business School became the first in New Zealand to receive the Business School Impact System (BSIS) label in 2023, it was more than a…

We are pleased to announce that FIA Business School has successfully completed the EFMD Business School Impact System assessment and has been awarded the BSIS label for positive impact, becoming only the second school in Brazil to join the BSIS community. The EFMD BSIS review team identified several strengths at FIA Business School, including the…