AACSB International: An Update and Perspective

AACSB International has been through a transformational process since 2000 expanding its focus as solely a business school and accounting accreditation body to a broader member services organization. Business and accounting accreditation remain cornerstones of the mission of the organization but its expanded services in support of business schools and accounting program are designed to enhance the value of AACSB accreditation and to foster continuous improvement on a global basis. This paper provides an overview of the different areas of AACSB's activities and outlines current initiatives that will influence the organization's activities for the next 10 to 20 years.