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Americas Accreditation Conference

Discover accreditation best practices and how to use AI to streamline accreditation processes.

Date(s)

September 30 – October 1

Location

Denver, Colorado, USA

Event Type

Conference

Early registration has been extended to September 13!

An Event Showcasing Accreditation Best Practices

Engage in over 20 hours of intensive networking and learning alongside 500+ leading minds in business education. Discover how to harness AI's transformative potential to elevate your accreditation process and drive institutional excellence. Delve into quality improvement, societal impact, and crafting a high-impact strategic plan for your learners and global stakeholders.

Through interactive discussions, explore how your peers are navigating disruptive technologies, measuring outcomes, and forging global partnerships. Gain invaluable insights from schools that have successfully navigated initial and continuous review cycles under the AACSB accreditation standards.

Take advantage of one-on-one consultations with accreditation experts to address your specific challenges and opportunities. Don't miss this chance to shape the future of business education and unlock the power of AI to propel your institution forward.

Conference sessions will highlight how AI can transform your accreditation journey, including:

Utilizing AI to streamline tasks and enhance data analysis
Leveraging ChatGPT4 in writing your accreditation report
Using GenAI for research and teaching
Enhancing assessment practices and processes with AI

Featured Speaker

Stephanie Bryant
Executive Vice President, Chief Accreditation Officer, and Managing Director, Americas
AACSB International

Unveiling the AACSB Advantage: New Report & AI Solutions

Join AACSB’s EVP Stephanie Bryant for the release of the Value of Accreditation report. Discover what academic research reveals about AACSB’s value for business schools and the industry. Attendees will gain a toolkit to allow them to champion their messaging to stakeholders on the importance of accreditation. This session will also dive into the future of accreditation with a first look at AACSB’s innovative AI initiatives, including the new accreditation GPT tool. Learn how AI will streamline the accreditation process and empower members.

Download Your Americas Accreditation Conference Guide!

Make Your Case to Attend!

A quick guide to what you will learn, who you will meet, and why your attendance at the Americas Accreditation Conference is a valuable investment for your school. This printable summary of the conference will share key topics, which AACSB staff you can meet, ancillary seminar opportunities, and a sample justification letter to your leadership.

Download your Guide!

Who Should Attend

Deans, associate deans, program directors, department chairs, and faculty responsible for accreditation-related activities. Individuals involved in quality assurance, assessment, curriculum development, or reporting for accreditations.

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Testimonials

No matter how much you think you know about accreditation, it is worth your time and money to attend the annual accreditation conference. Doing so not only refreshes your memory and understanding but keeps you abreast of how peer review teams are implementing the current standards.

—Joshua Hall Milan Puskar, Dean, John Chambers College of Business and Economics, West Virginia University

Attending the Accreditation Conference has been an enlightening experience for our school. The possibilities of learning from other schools have been incredibly valuable, as we've gained fresh perspectives and innovative ideas for improving our accreditation processes. The tips and insights shared during the conference have streamlined our own accreditation journey and saved us precious time and resources. Moreover, the contacts we've made within the accreditation community have opened doors to ongoing learning and collaboration in this dynamic field. The conference has truly been a catalyst for growth and excellence in our institution, and we look forward to future opportunities it offers.

—Bruno Henrique de Araujo, Manager of Accreditation and Innovation, ESPM - Escola Superior de Propaganda e Marketing

The Accreditation Conference is a must for anyone who has responsibilities in writing a CIR. The information provided gives you insight into what to expect in your upcoming visit and allows you to interact with others who have the same question you have. Networking with peers is energizing.

—Tamra S Connor Associate Dean for Accreditation and Operations Illinois State University

—Joshua Hall Milan Puskar, Dean, John Chambers College of Business and Economics, West Virginia University

—Bruno Henrique de Araujo, Manager of Accreditation and Innovation, ESPM - Escola Superior de Propaganda e Marketing

—Tamra S Connor Associate Dean for Accreditation and Operations Illinois State University

Pricing (USD)

Member Pricing

By September 13

$1,095

On or after September 14

$1,195

Non-Member Pricing

By September 13

$1,395

On or after September 14

$1,495