Shanghai University receives Association of MBAs (AMBA) re-accreditation

Upon receiving AMBA re-accreditation, all current MBA and recent MBA alumni of Shanghai University are invited to continue to be part of AMBA’s global member community of more than 60,000 students and alumni in more than 150 countries on a free basis, for networking, thought leadership, career development, and a variety of benefits.

Accreditation from AMBA represents the highest standard of achievement in post-graduate business education. Its rigorous assessment criteria ensure that only the highest-calibre programmes which demonstrate the best standards in teaching, curriculum, and student interaction achieve AMBA accreditation.

Shanghai University was established in 1922. It is a public university owned by the Shanghai Municipal Government and is under the joint supervision of China’s Ministry of Education and the Shanghai Municipal Government.

During the re-accreditation process conducted by AMBA, members of the accreditation panel, representing senior management from global business schools, commended the commitment made by the University to significantly improve facilities, which includes a planned new building and smart technology classrooms.

The panel were also impressed by the school’s renewed focus on internationalisation initiatives.

The school said of the reaccreditation, "We are honoured and excited to announce that the MBA Centre at Shanghai University has successfully received re-accreditation from the Association of MBAs (AMBA). This achievement not only reflects our ongoing commitment to excellence in management education but also provides our MBA students and alumni with a broader international platform. As part of AMBA’s global network, our MBA students and alumni will benefit from more career development opportunities and global resources, growing alongside peers from around the world.The hThh

"This re-accreditation demonstrates the continuous efforts of the Shanghai University MBA Centre to enhance the quality of its MBA programs, promote internationalization, and strengthen its curriculum. Our MBA programs and educational model are closely aligned with global trends, particularly the latest developments in business, technology, and culture in Shanghai. We are dedicated to cultivating management professionals who possess both global perspectives and local capabilities. Moving forward, we will continue to provide comprehensive support to our MBA students and alumni, helping them stand out in the digital and intelligent era and become business leaders who drive organisational and corporate digital transformation and promote the sustainable development of the economy and society."

AMBA accreditation is international in scope and reach, and AMBA works under the belief that accredited programmes should be of the highest standard and consider changing trends and innovation in post-graduate management education. Its accreditation process reflects this commitment to fostering innovation, and demanding business schools to perform at the highest level continually.

Andrew Main Wilson, Chief Executive of the Association of MBAs and Business Graduates Association (BGA) said: “I am delighted that Shanghai University has received this re-accreditation from AMBA. The school is very clearly dedicated to creating an international and high-quality experience for its students. I would like to congratulate everyone who worked towards this re-accreditation.”

For more information or interviews, please contact:

· Ellen Buchan, Insight, Content and PR Manager, AMBA & BGA – e.buchan@amba-bga.com

· Prof. Xiaoyu Yu. Director of SHUMBA Centre – yuxiaoyu@shu.edu.cn

· Ms Jiacen Yao, Cherry. Head of International and Corporate office – cherry_yao@shu.edu.cn

About Shanghai University

Established in 1922, Shanghai University (SHU) is one of the largest universities in Shanghai and renowned for its clear international orientation and growth. It is one of China's “100 Key Universities in the 21^st Century” under Project 211 and has achieved top standards in science, technology, and human resources to become a world-class higher education institution. SHU has over 3,400 faculty members and more than 40,000 students in undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programmes, including 2,500 international students from about 160 countries and regions. Operating across three main campuses in Baoshan, Yanchang and Jiading, SHU is internationally recognised for its research quality and impact as well as its strong collaborations with the government and companies in the economic capital of China.

Located in the heart of Shanghai, the SHU MBA Centre combines globally recognised education with forward-looking courses that align with Shanghai's latest developments in business, science, technology, and culture. In line with SHU’s education goal, the SHU MBA Centre offers the first and only MBA programme in China dedicated to the whole-person development based on a unique value proposition and the personal and professional growth. This strong combination aims to cultivate globally and locally oriented professionals and individuals who excel in today’s globalised and digitalised marketplace.

About AMBA & BGA

Spearheading excellence and trailblazing innovation, for more than 50 years the Association of MBAs (AMBA) has been the impartial authority on post-graduate management education. AMBA established that vision in 1967 and, in a volatile, uncertain world, it's as relevant today as it was then. We are committed to raising the profile and quality standards of business education internationally, for the benefit of business schools, students and alumni, employers, communities and society.

· Our accreditation service is the global standard for all MBA, DBA and master’s degrees, currently accrediting programmes from the top 2% of business schools in more than 75 countries.

· Our Research and Insight Centre produces a rich body of reports exploring global trends in the business education sector. This drives our global thought leadership and public affairs campaigns.

· We are the only professional membership association that connects MBA students and graduates, accredited business schools and MBA employers throughout the world.

· Through our members, AMBA is building an international force for good, championing best practice, responsible management and sustainability. Membership to AMBA means being part of an international community of peers with access to business strategy thought leadership, career advice and knowledge, and an MBA jobs portal.

· Our multi-award-winning events offer networking opportunities online and in person across all continents in association with international corporate partners and thought leaders exclusively for our members and accredited business schools.

The Business Graduates Association (BGA) is an international membership and accreditation body of world-leading and high-potential business schools that share a commitment for responsible management practices and lifelong learning, and that are looking to provide a positive impact on their students, communities and the economy as a whole. We offer:

· Quality assurance services to business schools and similar institutions, aimed at continuous improvement and positive impact to increase a business school’s credibility and influence.

· Consultation and mentorship services to business schools to improve their marketing and admissions, programme design, alumni interaction, teaching methods, and career development services.

· Award-winning international events for business school professionals, focused on continuous learning.

· Student and graduate membership, which includes social networking events worldwide, professional development tools, a Career Development Centre, and much more.

· Leading and award-winning content on responsible management, professional and personal growth, and influence via the Business Impact content hub.