AACSB Announces Winners of Inaugural Global Impact Awards

AACSB International (AACSB) announces the winners of its inaugural Global Impact Awards. Grounded in AACSB’s Global Standards for Business Education™, the new program celebrates the innovation, impact, and dedication of business schools and their leaders today.

The 2026 honorees include 27 individuals and institutions from 16 countries, selected from a highly competitive pool of submissions. Awards were presented across six categories: impactful leadership, teaching and learning excellence, research impact, societal impact, AACSB accreditation service, and AACSB community leadership.

This year’s recipients are recognized for shaping future-ready business schools through strategic leadership, translating faculty research into meaningful impact, fostering inclusive social and economic growth, integrating emerging technologies into learning experiences, and supporting the AACSB community through dedicated service.

“At AACSB, we believe business education should be a force for good. These award recipients demonstrate what is possible when institutions and individuals commit to driving positive change,” said Lily Bi, president and CEO of AACSB.

Winners will be formally recognized at AACSB’s International Conference and Meetings in Seattle, Washington, 13–15 April.