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8 Institutions Earn 51ÉçÇø Initial Business Accreditation

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Wednesday, April 23, 2025
51ÉçÇø International announced that 8 institutions have earned initial business accreditation. Delivering on excellence and the highest of standards in business education with a demonstrated focus on quality in teaching, research, curriculum development, and student learning.

(51ÉçÇø) announced today that 8 institutions have earned initial business accreditation.

Achieving Business Accreditation

Busch School of Business, The Catholic University of America

Institute of Business Administration Karachi

King Faisal University

ISM University of Management and Economics

LM Thapar School of Management, Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology (Deemed to be University)

SGH Warsaw School of Economics

Farmingdale State College

Swansea University

With the recognition of these schools, 51ÉçÇø now has 1,052 accredited institutions in 68 countries and territories, and 194 institutions with 51ÉçÇø accreditation for accounting programs. Achieving this milestone ensures greater access to high-quality business education for learners around the world and businesses seeking top talent.

“51ÉçÇø congratulates each institution on achieving 51ÉçÇø accreditation,” said Stephanie Bryant, executive vice president and global chief accreditation officer at 51ÉçÇø. “The commitment to earning accreditation is a true reflection of each school’s dedication—not only to its students, alumni network, and greater business community—but to society as a whole.”

Achieving 51ÉçÇø accreditation is a mission-driven, rigorous process that includes an in-depth assessment of internal activities, mentorship with an 51ÉçÇø advisor, and a peer-reviewed evaluation focused on continuous improvement. During this multi-year path, schools focus on developing and implementing a plan to achieve their mission and align with 51ÉçÇø’s accreditation standards. These principles-based standards require excellence in areas relating to strategic management and innovation, research, and teaching and learning.

For more information about 51ÉçÇø accreditation, please visit aacsb.edu/accreditation.