This highly interactive seminar prepares attendees to pursue and maintain global AACSB International accreditation according to the most recent set of AACSB standards. Sessions include an in-depth exploration of the standards, as well as discussion on the basis for judgment by peer review teams. In addition, the seminar aids in the ongoing strategic management of academic programs, as well as in the preparation for the accreditation maintenance review process. Participants develop a deeper understanding of the importance of continuous quality improvement, as well as build relationships with other deans and administrators.

Who Should Attend

• Deans, administrators, faculty members, and key stakeholders

Learning Outcomes

• Gain a deeper understanding of the new accreditation standards. 

• Become familiar with the processes leading to initial accreditation and maintenance of accreditation. 

• Understand the importance of continuous quality improvement for management education. 

• Develop relationships with other deans and administrators who can be important resources for initial accreditation or maintenance of accreditation.   

Facilitators (may vary at each offering):

W. Randy Boxx is the George Edward Durell Chair of Management and dean of the Harry F. Byrd, Jr. School of Business at Shenandoah University. Prior to Shenandoah, he was dean of the Else School of Management at Millsaps College and dean of the School of Business Administration at The University of Mississippi. In addition to his administrative duties, he has extensive experience in all aspects of the international accreditation process, and is a member of the AACSB International board of directors. He continues to teach management courses, conduct research, and work closely with the business community in the state of Virginia. He led Shenandoah University to attaining AACSB accreditation in 2007.

Jerry E. Trapnell is the chief accreditation officer and a past chair (2002-2003) of the board of directors of AACSB International. A former dean of the College of Business and Behavioral Science at Clemson University, he previously was director and professor of the Clemson University School of Accountancy. He earned his PhD from the University of Georgia in 1977, a bachelor's and master's degree from Clemson University in 1968 and 1970, respectively.