SUNY Old Westbury’s School of Business has recently achieved international accreditation by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), placing it among the top 6% of business schools worldwide. This prestigious designation is the result of a multi-year process that assesses institutions based on specific standards aimed at developing the next generation of leaders.
Stephanie Bryant, the executive vice president and chief accreditation officer of AACSB, highlighted that the accreditation recognizes educational institutions that excel in teaching, research, curriculum development, and student learning. She congratulated SUNY Old Westbury and Dean Shalei Simms for their commitment to excellence, praising the entire team, including faculty, staff, and students, for their contributions to earning this esteemed honor.
The President of SUNY Old Westbury, Timothy Sams, expressed his pride in achieving AACSB accreditation, emphasizing their dedication to students and their faculty’s commitment to delivering an excellent education. He affirmed that AACSB sets the highest standards, and now students and graduates of the School of Business have tangible proof of the rigorous and relevant education they receive, equipping them for success in their desired careers and lives.
AACSB accreditation is renowned for promoting innovative thinking in global business education. Less than 6% of business schools worldwide hold this prestigious accreditation, making it a significant accomplishment for SUNY Old Westbury. Shalei Simms, the acting dean of the School of Business, highlighted that only the strongest business schools in the world earn AACSB accreditation. Through AACSB’s rigorous review process and the expertise of their faculty, SUNY Old Westbury can proudly claim that they fulfill their promise of preparing the next generation of business leaders.
AACSB accreditation aims to ensure continuous improvement in schools’ mission, innovation, and impact, ultimately providing students with a first-rate, future-focused business education. Schools that receive this designation undergo a rigorous peer-review process to demonstrate they possess the necessary resources, qualifications, and dedication to deliver high-quality education.
In July, SUNY Old Westbury transitioned from a college to a university, further solidifying its dedication to educational excellence.
Overall, the achievement of AACSB accreditation signifies SUNY Old Westbury’s commitment to providing students with an exceptional business education and positions them among the elite group of global business schools. Students can be confident in the school’s ability to cultivate their skills, knowledge, and potential for success in the ever-evolving business landscape.
