The Faculty of Economics & Business of the University of Amsterdam achieves AMBA re-accreditation confirming itself in the top 2% of business schools

The Faculty of Economics & Business (EB) of the University of Amsterdam (UvA) has officially received re-accreditation from the Association of MBAs (AMBA), one of the world’s leading authorities in postgraduate business education, demonstrating its continuing commitment to excellence in management education.

Upon receiving AMBA accreditation, all current MBA students and recent MBA alumni of the UvA  EB are invited to join AMBA’s global member community of more than 60,000 students and alumni in over 150 countries on a free basis, for networking, thought leadership, career development, and a variety of benefits.

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

The UvA EB is a prestigious institution located on the Roeterseiland Campus, with a history spanning over 100 years. It offers comprehensive education and research programmes through its two schools: the Amsterdam Business School and the Amsterdam School of Economics.

During the AMBA accreditation process, the panel members, representing senior management, praised the school for its significant advancements in digital technology and learning. These improvements have led to a more flexible offering for their part-time general MBA programme. The panel also noted that the school had made a clear commitment to societal impact and was seen to be strategically and significantly investing in this area. Finally, the teaching and learning facilities at the school were seen to be excellent.

Roel Beetsma, Dean of UvA EB writes “I am grateful to the peer review team and my own team for all the hard work and the in-depth discussions we had in relation to the reaccreditation process. I am incredibly proud of this new achievement, and see it as an important confirmation that we are on the right way towards making impactful and technologically innovative contributions to business education and society more broadly. Our reaccreditation will encourage us to further step up our efforts to this end."

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 postgraduate 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 would like to congratulate everyone at the University of Amsterdam Faculty of Economics & Business for their work towards this accreditation. This school is clearly investing to be one of the best schools globally – with its investments in technology, as well as its societal impact. I look forward to continuing to work closely with this school in the future.”

For more information or interviews, please contact:

· Ellen Buchan, Insight, Content and PR Manager, AMBA & BGA –

e.buchan@associationofmbas.com

· Roel Beetsma, Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Business of the University of Amsterdam – decaan-eb@uva.nl

About the University of Amsterdam Faculty of Economics & Business

At UvA EB, we bring science and society closer together. We do this through research on important societal issues, collaborating with businesses and institutions, and offering innovative education. Our international community encourages students to grow into responsible global citizens with an independent, critical, and analytical mindset.

The Amsterdam Business School (ABS) and the Amsterdam School of Economics (ASE) are part of UvA EB. They are leaders in their fields, namely: Economics, Data Science, Business Administration, Business Analytics, Accountancy, Control, Econometrics, Finance, Actuarial Science, Economics of Taxation, and Entrepreneurship.

We are particularly proud of our 'Triple Crown' accreditation by the UK’s AMBA, the US’s AACSB, and the European EFMD’s EQUIS. In rankings, we often place in the top 50 worldwide and the top 10 in Europe, depending on the field. This demonstrates that our students receive education that meets international standards. Our innovative and current research not only supports our educational offer but also impacts both business and society.

Find a list of all AMBA accredited schools here.

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.

· Consultancy and capacity building, with optional 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 and complementary Capacity Building Workshops 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.

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