Spotlight on Accreditation: Exploring Trending Topics

Join Stephanie Bryant and Suzanne Mintz for an engaging fireside chat as they delve into current trending topics in accreditation. In a combination of insights from the 2023 State of Accreditation report and PRT visit feedback, the presenters will share lessons learned from last year’s visits. They will also discuss the evolving landscape in societal impact, DEIB, and AI and the implications for AACSB accreditation. Finally, Stephanie and Suzanne will share what particular areas schools with visits this academic year should be particularly mindful of.

Speakers

Stephanie Bryant, AACSB International

Dr. Stephanie M. Bryant is the Executive Vice President and Global Chief Accreditation Officer of AACSB International.  She served as Dean of the College of Business at Missouri State University for 6-1/2 years and was previously the Director of the University of South Florida School of Accountancy.  She received her Ph.D. and B.S. in Accounting from Louisiana State University and is a Louisiana CPA (inactive).  Dr. Bryant specializes in accounting information systems, and previously worked for KPMG Peat Marwick.  Dr. Bryant has co-authored two accounting textbooks, and over 30 academic articles and has won nine teaching awards.  She served as the 2005-2006 national President of the American Accounting Association Information Systems Section.  She also served as the 2006-2009 International President of Beta Alpha Psi.

Suzanne Mintz, AACSB International

Suzanne Mintz serves as Vice President of Accreditation at AACSB International. In her role she has responsibility for the performance of AACSB’s global accreditation team and leads the development and implementation of strategic and operational accreditation initiatives in support of the AACSB mission. She is responsible for overseeing strategic partnerships with other accreditation bodies, and oversees the management of AACSB’s volunteer network globally, including training, engagement and recognition strategies for AACSB’s volunteers. Prior to joining AACSB, Mintz worked in corporate training and development in the financial services industry, responsible for overseeing the implementation of sales and management development programs. She holds an MBA in finance and management from the University of South Florida in Tampa and is a certified Project Management Professional.

Who Should Attend

Deans, associate and assistant deans, accreditation managers, quality assurance coordinators, department chairs, and faculty, as well as those interested in pursuing AACSB Accreditation and those with initial accreditation or continuous improvement review visits coming up.

Contact Us

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This webinar is sponsored by Marketplace Simulations.