After three years of dedicated effort, Brawijaya Business School has achieved a historic milestone by obtaining the prestigious International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE) status. The first education institution in Indonesia to obtain accreditation. This significant achievement reflects our strong commitment to excellence and inspires the Indonesian academic community. IACBE, established in 1997 and recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), is renowned for its rigorous, outcome-based assessments, ensuring that programs adhere to high international standards and effectively prepare students for the global business world. International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE). The Department of Business Administration became the first educational institution in Indonesia to obtain IACBE accreditation. This significant achievement reflects the department's strong commitment to excellence and inspiring the Indonesian academic community. IACBE itself was founded in 1997 and is recognized by the Higher Education Accreditation Council or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). The accrediting institution is renowned for its rigorous, outcomes-based assessments, ensuring that programs adhere to high international standards and effectively prepare students for the global business world.
Led by Dr. Nur Imamah, PhD, and Agung Fahrudi, PhD, the team's dedication has been central to gaining the accreditation, as valid from December 7, 2023, to December 31, 2030. It attests to our excellence in both academic and practical business training. The accreditation encompasses a range of our programs, including Doctor of Administrative Science, Master of Business Administration, Bachelor of Business Administration, Taxation, and Tourism, highlighting our diverse and comprehensive approach to business education.
Dr. Nur Imamah, PhD, expressed pride in this significant achievement, "This accreditation is not just a milestone for Department of Business Administration but a leap forward for the entire Indonesian higher education system in the business and administration fields. It underlines our commitment to providing our students with a curriculum that meets the highest international standards and equips them with the skills needed to succeed in the global business environment."
Agung Fahrudi, PhD, who played a crucial role in achieving this recognition, added, "Our team's dedication to aligning our academic offerings with the rigorous standards of IACBE has been instrumental in reaching this goal. We are now part of an elite group of internationally accredited institutions, which positions our graduates favourably in the global job market."
The IACBE bases its accreditation on several criteria, including the quality of academics, faculty qualifications, student services provision, and success rates. Brawijaya Business School's achievement in meeting these standards clearly indicates its quality as an educational institution.
Students and alumny of Brawijaya Business School can now take pride in holding degrees from an internationally recognized institution, opening doors to global opportunities, and affirming the school's status as a leader in business education.
The Department of Business Administration of Universitas Brawijaya community is eagerly anticipating the celebration of this remarkable achievement at the upcoming IACBE Annual Conference. The school will announce its groundbreaking accomplishment in achieving accreditation for its diverse programs at the 2024 IACBE Annual Conference and Assembly Meeting, the meeting to be planned in Memphis, Tennessee, on April 2-4, 2024.
As we celebrate this remarkable milestone, Department of Business Administration, Faculty of Administrative Science is already envisioning the next chapter of excellence. We are committed to leveraging this international recognition to enhance our academic programs, foster global partnerships, and continue providing our students with unmatched opportunities in the world of business education.
