AoL and Assessment Conference

Conference Overview

This conference brings together assessment leaders, faculty, and administrators to explore effective Assurance of Learning (AoL) practices aligned with AACSB expectations and the next generation of global and accounting standards.

• Implementing indirect measures aligned with AACSB expectations
• Strengthening faculty engagement in AoL processes
• Aligning AoL with curriculum design and review
• Using data effectively for decision-making and reporting
• Preparing for peer review team engagement

The Proposed Global Standards for Business Education™ and 2026 Accounting Accreditation Standards represent a significant evolution in how quality, impact, and accountability are defined across business and accounting education.

This conference provides a timely forum for institutions to explore the implications of the proposed standards for assurance of learning. Discussions will focus on how emerging expectations may influence assessment design, faculty engagement, curriculum alignment, and evidence of continuous improvement, drawing on peer perspectives and early institutional thinking.

As these standards are expected to be brought forward for a vote at AACSB’s International Conference And Meetings (ICAM) , this conference offers an opportunity for early reflection and shared understanding ahead of formal adoption.

Designed for Individuals and faculty involved in quality assurance, assessment, or reporting for accreditations. Institutions working on obtaining or extending AACSB Accreditation at their school.

Hosted in Bologna, Italy, the conference is situated in a region with deep academic heritage, providing a meaningful backdrop for discussions on assurance of learning and global standards.

A Region Shaped by Academic Tradition

Bologna is home to one of the world’s oldest universities and a longstanding culture of academic rigor, offering a fitting environment for examining assessment quality and learning outcomes.

Ideal for Peer Learning and Reflection

Away from day-to-day institutional demands, participants gain space to reflect, exchange perspectives, and engage deeply with peers facing similar AoL and accreditation challenges.

Connecting AoL to Global Practice

The European higher education context provides a valuable lens for discussing global standards, comparative approaches to assessment, and institutional accountability across diverse systems.