International Conference and Annual Meeting
                        Amplify Your Impact
                    
            
                    April 7 – 9
                
            
                    Vienna, Austria
                
            
            Agenda is subject to change up until the start of the conference. 
        
    
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            CET
        
        
            Central European Time
        
    
                Sunday
            
            
                April 6
            
        
                                4:00 PM - 6:00 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Early ICAM Check - In & Information
                        
                        
                                    Check-in early and avoid the morning rush! This is your chance to receive your badge, explore the venue, and settle in before the sessions begin tomorrow. Start your conference journey with ease and connect with your peers in a relaxed setting.
                                
                        
                Monday
            
            
                April 7
            
        
                                8:30 AM - 9:30 AM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Welcome Refreshments & Exhibit Hall Grand Opening
                        
                        
                                    Maximize your conference experience while exploring the Exhibit Hall while networking with peers and interacting with 50+ exhibitors. Whether you're visiting exhibitors, seeking new insights, or expanding your professional network, the Exhibit Hall is your central space to engage, learn, and grow throughout the conference.
                                
                        
                                8:45 AM - 9:15 AM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Navigating ICAM: A Guide for First-Time Attendees
                        
                        
                                    Join us for a session designed specifically for first-time ICAM attendees. This welcome session provides an excellent opportunity to network with peers and meet Âé¶¹´«Ã½¸ßÇå leadership. Gain valuable insights on how to navigate the conference, maximize your experience, and build meaningful relationships that will support your professional journey. Don't miss this chance to start your conference with a strong foundation and a network of supportive colleagues.
                                
                        
                                9:10 AM - 9:25 AM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Musical Prelude: A Viennese Welcome
                        
                        
                                    Immerse in the rich cultural heritage of Vienna as the WU Academic Symphony Orchestra sets the stage for an inspiring conference experience. Before the official welcome, enjoy a captivating performance featuring classical masterpieces that celebrate the city's renowned musical tradition.
                                
                        
                                9:30 AM - 10:00 AM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Conference Welcome and The 2025 State of Business Education
                        
                        
                                    Join us for a welcome message from Lily Bi, President and CEO of Âé¶¹´«Ã½¸ßÇå International, followed by key insights from the 2025 State of Business Education Report. The newly released thought leadership report explores the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping business education, offering strategic insights for the future. Drawing on perspectives from global business leaders, educators, and industry experts, along with Âé¶¹´«Ã½¸ßÇå and industry data, the report examines regional dynamics, emerging innovations, and best practices influencing the field. Lily Bi will provide actionable takeaways to help business schools navigate change and continue driving impact.
                                
                                    
            Lily Bi
        
        
            President and CEO
        
                    
                Âé¶¹´«Ã½¸ßÇå International
            
    
                                10:00 AM - 11:00 AM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Keynote I: Innovate or Stagnate: The Urgent Need for Transformation in Business Schools
                        
                        
                                    Join Alex Osterwalder, top ten Thinkers50 and co-creator of the Business Model Canvas as he takes a critical look at the role of innovation in business schools. He will explore why and how business schools must innovate to stay relevant. Osterwalder will offer practical insights into governance structures and innovation processes. You will discover how to foster re-invention while managing your institution. Osterwalder will outline how new offers and better business models are accessible to any organization when leadership embraces innovation. Join him to learn how a new generation of adaptable, creative, and forward-thinking leaders can shape or adapt business schools while minimizing the risk of innovation.
                                
    
                Keynote Speaker
            
        
            Alex Osterwalder
        
        
            Visiting Professor, IMD and Founder & CEO
        
                    
                Strategyzer
            
    
Sponsored by                                
                            
                                11:00 AM - 11:45 AM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Networking Break
                        
                        
                                    Maximize your conference experience while exploring the Exhibit Hall while networking with peers and interacting with 50+ exhibitors. Explore the latest innovations, attend a quick solutions session, and participate in a networking activity designed to foster meaningful conversations. Whether you're visiting exhibitors, seeking new insights, or expanding your professional network, the Exhibit Hall is your central space to engage, learn, and grow throughout the conference.
                                
                        
                                11:00 AM - 11:45 AM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Connect & Learn: Networking by Region & School Type
                        
                        
                                    Make the most of your networking break by connecting with peers in a way that’s most relevant to you. Whether you prefer to network by region or by school type, dedicated tables will be set up to help you engage in meaningful discussions. Join conversations based on your geographic area or connect with colleagues from institutions similar to yours — large or small, public or private, research-intensive or teaching-focused, urban or rural. Exchange best practices, explore common challenges, and build valuable connections in an informal setting.
                                
                        
                                11:10 AM - 11:30 AM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            EXPO Session: AI-Powered Investment Research Methods featuring S&P Global's Aftermarket Research Collection
                        
                        
            
                Partner-Driven
            
        
                        
                                    Get ready to do more with your data! Learn how newly-embedded AI tools within the Aftermarket Research solution on S&P Capital IQ Pro can help you dive deeper into equity research, quickly surface critical insights, and understand what’s moving markets.
                                
                                    
            Toby Colegate
        
        
            Senior Manager, Aftermarket Research
        
                    
                S&P Global Market Intelligence
            
    
Presented by                                
                            
                                11:45 AM - 12:30 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            (A1) Demystifying Faculty Qualifications Under Âé¶¹´«Ã½¸ßÇå Standard 3
                        
                        
            
                Elevate Your Quality
            
        
                        
                                    This session will demystify the faculty qualification requirements outlined in the Âé¶¹´«Ã½¸ßÇå Business Accreditation Standards. Join this session to understand the criteria for classifying faculty based on their initial academic or professional preparation and how they can sustain currency through ongoing scholarly or professional engagement. Attendees will gain clarity on aligning faculty portfolios with their school’s mission and discover practical approaches to achieving and maintaining these qualifications.
                                
                                    
            Joyce A. Strawser
        
            
                Vice Chair-Chair Elect of Âé¶¹´«Ã½¸ßÇå Board of Directors
            
        
            Dean, Stillman School of Business
        
                    
                Seton Hall University
            
    
            Scott A. Dawson
        
        
            Dean, Business School
        
                    
                University of Colorado Denver
            
    
                                11:45 AM - 12:30 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            (A2) The Impact of Geopolitics on Internationalization of Business Schools
                        
                        
            
                Impact Society
            
        
                        
                                    Explore how evolving geopolitical landscapes and changing immigration policies are reshaping the internationalization efforts of business schools. Speakers will analyze the effects of geopolitical shifts on global recruitment strategies and discuss adaptive approaches to sustain and grow their international presence. Gain insights into diversifying your student body and developing resilient strategies to maintain a competitive edge in the global education market.
                                
                                    
            Martin Boehm
        
        
            Executive Vice President and Global Dean of Undergraduate Program
        
                    
                Hult International Business School
            
    
            Pengfei Wang
        
        
            Dean
        
                    
                Peking University HSBC Business School
            
    
                                11:45 AM - 12:30 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            (A3) Integrating AI into the Curriculum
                        
                        
            
                Enhance Relevance
            
        
                        
                                    Explore how one business school successfully integrated AI into their curriculum. This session will provide a step-by-step look at the challenges faced, strategies employed, and the outcomes achieved. Gain practical insights on how to effectively incorporate AI into your own programs, ensuring your students are well-prepared for the future of work.
                                
                                    
            Hari P. Natarajan
        
        
            Vice Dean, Business Programs, Patti and Allan Herbert Business School
        
                    
                University of Miami
            
    
            Jose Esteves
        
        
            Dean, Porto Business School
        
                    
                University of Porto
            
    
                                11:45 AM - 12:30 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            (A4) Enrollment Rescue Plan
                        
                        
            
                Trends That Transform
            
        
                        
                                    Join this session to understand the complex dynamics behind fluctuating enrollments, discover methods for building resilient enrollment pipelines, and learn how to adjust program offerings to meet shifting student demand. Speakers will help you identify proactive strategies that can safeguard your institution’s long-term viability amid uncertain times.
                                
                                    
            Carlos Campa
        
        
            Senior Sales Manager, International
        
                    
                Keystone Education Group
            
    
            Pilar Castro González
        
        
            Dean of the School of Economics and Business Sciences
        
                    
                Universidad Loyola AndalucÃa
            
    
                                11:45 AM - 12:30 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            (A5) Resource Session: Follow the Data: Demand for Graduate Management Education
                        
                        
            
                Partner-Driven
            
        
                        
                                    Join GMAC for a look at our latest research about candidate interest and employer expectations of graduate business school. Take a step back to consider the demographic, economic, and policy big picture before zooming in on specific degree, modality, and skill preferences of prospective students from around the world—and their future employers. Plus, artificial intelligence! The U.S. presidential election! Follow the data to find out how all of this and more impacts the present and future demand for graduate management education.
                                
                                    
            Andrew Walker
        
        
            Director, Industry Communications
        
                    
                Graduate Management Admission Councilâ„¢
            
    
Presented by                                
                            
                                1:15 PM - 1:35 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            EXPO Session: VMock: AI Assistant for Career Services
                        
                        
            
                Partner-Driven
            
        
                        
                                    VMock SMART Career platform combines artificial intelligence, machine learning and data science to help students maximize their career potential. Live at 250+ leading institutions, the platform enables students to develop world-class resumes, cover letters, LinkedIn profiles, elevator pitches and career plans with instant/personalized/objective feedback. Career and professional development staff gain tremendous efficiency with job-readiness analytics; aligning education and employment goals. VMock is committed to democratizing career readiness for every student/recent alumni.
                                
                                    
            Joseph Groot
        
        
            Director
        
                    
                VMock, Inc.
            
    
            Salil Pande
        
        
            CEO and Founder of VMock
        
                    
                VMock, Inc.
            
    
Presented by                                
                            
                                1:45 PM - 2:15 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Advancing Research Impact: Innovative Approaches to Recognizing Excellence
                        
                        
                                    Research serves diverse audiences, from academia to industry, each with different expectations and measures of excellence. This session explores how business schools can navigate diverse expectations, balance technical rigor with real-world relevance, and develop strategies to recognize and communicate research contributions effectively.
                                
                                    
            Sharon Alvarez
        
        
            Associate Dean, Faculty Affairs Thomas Olofson Endowed Chair in Entrepreneurial Studies, School of Business
        
                    
                University of Pittsburgh
            
    
                                1:45 PM - 2:45 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            From Disruption to Reinvention: How AI is Redefining Business Education
                        
                        
                                    How to succeed in an AI-driven world is the paramount issue facing business schools today. The question isn’t if AI is changing everything, but whether every institution will adapt and reinvent themselves before becoming irrelevant. From curriculum transformation to faculty roles and the value proposition of business education, our thought-leader panelists will share mindsets, strategies and insights to help institutions face this pivotal moment with confidence.
                                
    
                Moderator
            
        
            Tim Westerbeck
        
        
            President
        
                    
                Eduvantis, LLC
            
    
            Harald Leitenmüller
        
        
            Chief Technology Officer
        
                    
                Microsoft
            
    
            Sarah Toms
        
        
            Chief Innovation Officer
        
                    
                IMD
            
    
            Tom Chatfield
        
        
            Author & Tech Philosopher
        
                    
                University of Oxford
            
    
                                1:45 PM - 2:15 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Quick Learn: The Next Big Thing: Lifelong Learning
                        
                        
                                    Rapidly changing skill needs, longer working lives, flexible patterns of learning and intense competition from new providers are all driving business schools to think about how they can grow their lifelong learning offer.  Discover what 10,000 learners and 1,000 employers from around the world want from business schools, and how your business school can leverage its brand, content and strengths to meet their lifelong learning needs.
                                
                                    
            Andrew Crisp
        
        
            Co-Founder
        
                    
                CarringtonCrisp
            
    
                                2:20 PM - 2:50 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Resource Session: A Smarter Summative Assessment: Customizable, Cost-Effective, and Benchmark-Ready
                        
                        
            
                Partner-Driven
            
        
                        
                                    Summative, external assessments often fail to meet business schools’ needs, offering little flexibility, few benchmarks, and high costs. This session introduces a customizable, scalable Business Administration Assessment that measures both direct and indirect learning outcomes while allowing meaningful peer comparisons. Learn how this solution supports accreditation and drives continuous improvement.
                                
                                    
            Ashley Dillard
        
        
            Director of Client Solutions
        
                    
                Peregrine Global Services
            
    
            Katalin Kovacs
        
        
            Director of Global Development
        
                    
                Peregrine Global Services
            
    
Presented by                                
                            
                                2:20 PM - 2:50 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Quick Learn: Making Accounting Cool for Today’s Students
                        
                        
                                    As today’s business students gravitate toward impact-driven careers or emerging technologies like AI, traditional fields such as accounting can feel outdated and uncool. Yet the need for skilled accountants remains critical. This session explores strategies to breathe new life into core competencies, such as accounting. Walk away with actionable ideas that make accounting not only relevant and engaging, but undeniably cool in the eyes of tomorrow’s business leaders.
                                
                                    
            Amer Qasim
        
        
            Vice President, Professor, College of Business
        
                    
                Al Ain University
            
    
            Yezen Kannan
        
        
            Professor
        
                    
                Zayed University
            
    
                                2:20 PM - 2:50 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Quick Learn: Advancing Research Impact: Innovative Approaches to Dissemination
                        
                        
                                    Maximizing the impact of research requires innovative dissemination strategies that extend beyond traditional academic channels. This session explores approaches to amplifying research influence at Villanova School of Business—through podcasts, publications, media engagement, and strategic stakeholder outreach. Join us to discover how these approaches can enhance visibility, reach new audiences, and drive meaningful impact.
                                
                                    
            Jonathan P. Doh
        
        
            Senior Associate Dean for Research, Faculty Advancement, and Global Engagement, Villanova School of Business
        
                    
                Villanova University
            
    
                                2:45 PM - 3:30 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Networking Break
                        
                        
                                    Maximize your conference experience while exploring the Exhibit Hall while networking with peers and interacting with 50+ exhibitors. Explore the latest innovations, attend a quick solutions session, and participate in a networking activity designed to foster meaningful conversations. Whether you're visiting exhibitors, seeking new insights, or expanding your professional network, the Exhibit Hall is your central space to engage, learn, and grow throughout the conference.
                                
                        
Sponsored by                                
                            
                                2:45 PM - 3:30 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Connect & Learn: Networking by Region & School Type
                        
                        
                                    Make the most of your networking break by connecting with peers in a way that’s most relevant to you. Whether you prefer to network by region or by school type, dedicated tables will be set up to help you engage in meaningful discussions. Join conversations based on your geographic area or connect with colleagues from institutions similar to yours — large or small, public or private, research-intensive or teaching-focused, urban or rural. Exchange best practices, explore common challenges, and build valuable connections in an informal setting.
                                
                        
                                3:00 PM - 3:20 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            EXPO Session: Integrating AI in Business Education: Smart Assistants and AI-Driven Decision-Making
                        
                        
            
                Partner-Driven
            
        
                        
                                    Artificial Intelligence is transforming business education. In this session, we will explore two AI-driven innovations: (1) how AI is integrated into the classroom to assess competencies, generate smart reports, and enhance learning; and (2) how AI-powered avatars play specific roles in business simulations, acting as financial advisors, board members, investors, and customers to enrich decision-making. Attendees will gain insights into practical AI applications in business education and see real examples of AI-powered learning experiences.
                                
                                    
            Victor Marin
        
        
            COO
        
                    
                CompanyGame AI & Simulations
            
    
Presented by                                
                            
                                3:30 PM - 4:30 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Evolve or Expire: The Business School Showdown
                        
                        
                                    As businesses transform at lightning speed, are today’s business schools developing the leaders of tomorrow— or becoming outdated? In this debate, two opposing panels take on the critical question: will companies still prioritize graduates from these institutions in the years ahead? One side defends their rigorous curricula, extensive networks, and proven track record of producing innovative thinkers. The other side contends that rapid skill-building, alternative credentials, and digital learning platforms are outpacing traditional degree programs. Join this provocative exchange as both camps challenge established norms, dissect emerging industry dynamics, and debate whether business schools remain truly relevant.
                                
                                    
            Anne-Marie Croteau
        
            
                Member of Âé¶¹´«Ã½¸ßÇå Board of Directors
            
        
            Dean, John Molson School of Business
        
                    
                Concordia University
            
    
            Mark J. Cousino
        
        
            Senior Vice President, Talent & Learning
        
                    
                Kyndryl
            
    
            Peter Møllgaard
        
            
                Member of Âé¶¹´«Ã½¸ßÇå Board of Directors
            
        
            President
        
                    
                Copenhagen Business School
            
    
            Thami Ghorfi
        
            
                Member of Âé¶¹´«Ã½¸ßÇå Board of Directors
            
        
            President
        
                    
                ESCA Ecole de Management
            
    
                Facilitator
            
        
            Johan Roos
        
        
            Executive Director, Peter Drucker Society & Presidential Advisor
        
                    
                Hult International Business School
            
    
                                4:30 PM - 5:00 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Turning Insights into Action
                        
                        
                                    Following the "Evolve or Expire" debate, this interactive session challenges you to move beyond reflection and into bold, forward-thinking strategies. Attendees will engage in discussions to explore the differing viewpoints presented and then push further - generating innovative ideas and ambitious approaches that extend beyond the status quo. Join your peers in shaping collective actions that will help ensure your business school not only stays competitive, but leads in a rapidly evolving landscape.
                                
                                    
            Johan Roos
        
        
            Executive Director, Peter Drucker Society & Presidential Advisor
        
                    
                Hult International Business School
            
    
                                5:00 PM - 5:45 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            European Regional Network Meeting
                        
                        
            
                Member-Driven
            
        
                        
                                    Join this session to learn and discuss how Europe can recenter the international recruitment policies within the current context – in the wake of migration restrictions.
                                
                                    
            Hanane El Kouari
        
        
            Associate Director, International Relations
        
                    
                IESEG School of Management
            
    
            Lorena Zanelli
        
        
            Director of International Relations
        
                    
                IESEG School of Management
            
    
                                5:00 PM - 5:45 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            MBA For Working Professionals Affinity Group Meeting
                        
                        
            
                Member-Driven
            
        
                        
                                    MBA for Working Professionals Affinity Group Table Topics Discussion: Discuss and share experiences and best practices with other MBA administrators leading part-time and online (PMBA/OMBA) MBA programs for working professionals. The session will be spent in small groups discussing the following topics: recruiting trends and best practices, Gen AI curriculum updates, alumni relations, residential experiences best practices and lessons learned, and Gen AI use cases that help deliver value. Open to all attendees!
                                
                                    
            Mark Thouin
        
        
            Associate Dean, Graduate Programs
        
                    
                The University of Texas at Dallas
            
    
                                5:00 PM - 5:45 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Resource Session: Transforming Business Education Through VR and AI-Driven Immersive Learning
                        
                        
            
                Partner-Driven
            
        
                        
                                    A leading alliance of business schools is taking traditional learning to a whole new level, by integrating virtual reality (VR) and artificial intelligence (AI) in core courses and programs. In this exciting masterclass, INSEAD Professor Ithai Stern will take you on a journey to the picturesque beaches of Zanzibar, where a VR and AI-driven experience allows participants to immerse themselves in real-world scenarios, tackling business challenges like never before. You will discover how through this innovative learning methodology, your school will be able to boost learning experiences and impact. Get hands-on with these cutting-edge learning technologies, explore the innovative pedagogical methods behind them, and discover the most extensive immersive content library, designed for seamless integration into business school curricula for synchronous or asynchronous learning.
                                    Space is limited for this session. Please sign up to reserve your space .
            Alon Epstein
        
        
            Head of Immersive Content Development
        
                    
                INSEAD-XR
            
    
            Ithai Stern
        
        
            Professor of Strategy
        
                    
                INSEAD
            
    
Presented by                                
                            
                                5:00 PM - 5:45 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            UK and Ireland Regional Network Meeting
                        
                        
            
                Member-Driven
            
        
                        
                                    Sustainable Internationalisation for UK & Irish Institutions: Beyond Borders, Beyond Travel:  How can UK and Irish institutions drive internationalisation while ensuring environmental and financial sustainability? This panel explores practical, region-specific strategies for expanding global engagement through transnational education (TNE), internationalisation-at-home initiatives, and innovative partnerships—without the need for extensive travel. Speakers will share insights on embedding international perspectives into curricula, fostering virtual exchanges, and ensuring long-term financial resilience in a shifting global landscape. Join us for a forward-thinking discussion tailored to UK and Irish institutions, equipping you with actionable approaches to internationalisation that are both impactful and sustainable.
                                
                                    
            Adam Shore
        
        
            Director of Liverpool Business School
        
                    
                Liverpool John Moores University
            
    
            Jean Cushen
        
        
            Deputy Head of School, Accreditation and Quality Assurance
        
                    
                Maynooth University
            
    
            Morris Altman
        
        
            Dean
        
                    
                University of Dundee
            
    
                                5:00 PM - 5:45 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Women Advancing Management Education Affinity Group Meeting
                        
                        
            
                Member-Driven
            
        
                        
                                    "Leadership & Self-Care During Times of Crisis" In our volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous world, academic leaders navigate daily challenges. However, it is not always easy to navigate as a responsible and mindful leader while caring for yourself while continuing to do the heavy lifting. We invite you to join our WAME panel discussion where multiple levels of academic leaders share their experiences and facilitate broader discussion on leading others and themselves during times of chaos. It includes topics such as improved mental well-being, reduced anxiety and stress, and strategies for self-care such as exercise and mindfulness, and meditation,n among other topics. All attendees are welcome to join!
                                
                                    
            Joyce E. A. Russell
        
        
            Dean Emeritus and Professor
        
                    
                Villanova University
            
    
            Sandra B. Richtermeyer
        
        
            Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost
        
                    
                Rutgers-The State University of New Jersey-Camden
            
    
            Stephanie M. Bryant
        
        
            Executive Vice President, Chief Accreditation Officer, and Managing Director, Americas
        
                    
                Âé¶¹´«Ã½¸ßÇå International
            
    
                                5:45 PM - 7:00 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Welcome Reception
                        
                        
                                    Relax and enjoy the company of your colleagues at this Vienna themed reception. This reception is the perfect opportunity to unwind and continue the day’s discussions in a more informal setting.
                                
                        
                Tuesday
            
            
                April 8
            
        
                                8:30 AM - 9:30 AM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Refreshments and Networking
                        
                        
                                    Maximize your conference experience while exploring the Exhibit Hall while networking with peers and interacting with 50+ exhibitors. Whether you're visiting exhibitors, seeking new insights, or expanding your professional network, the Exhibit Hall is your central space to engage, learn, and grow throughout the conference.
                                
                        
                                8:30 AM - 9:30 AM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Connect & Learn: Networking by Region & School Type
                        
                        
                                    Make the most of your networking break by connecting with peers in a way that’s most relevant to you. Whether you prefer to network by region or by school type, dedicated tables will be set up to help you engage in meaningful discussions. Join conversations based on your geographic area or connect with colleagues from institutions similar to yours — large or small, public or private, research-intensive or teaching-focused, urban or rural. Exchange best practices, explore common challenges, and build valuable connections in an informal setting.
                                
                        
                                8:30 AM - 9:15 AM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Accreditation Q&A: CIR
                        
                        
                                    This session will be designed for those planning for a Continuous Improvement Review visit. Experienced Peer Review Team members will discuss visit preparation and planning, visit execution, and what to do when the unexpected happens.
                                
                                    
            Marine Condette
        
        
            Senior Manager of Accreditation
        
                    
                Âé¶¹´«Ã½¸ßÇå International
            
    
            Scott A. Dawson
        
        
            Dean, Business School
        
                    
                University of Colorado Denver
            
    
                                8:30 AM - 9:15 AM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Accreditation Q&A: Initial
                        
                        
                                    If you have an upcoming Initial Accreditation visit or are considering accreditation, this session is for you! We invite you to bring questions related to the initial accreditation process as we discuss what is expected and how to thoroughly prepare.
                                
                                    
            Joseph M. Phillips
        
        
            Dean
        
                    
                Seattle University
            
    
            Suzanne Mintz
        
        
            Vice President of Accreditation
        
                    
                Âé¶¹´«Ã½¸ßÇå International
            
    
                                9:00 AM - 9:20 AM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Expo Session: Leveraging Learner Competency Data to Meet Industry Needs
                        
                        
            
                Partner-Driven
            
        
                        
                                    Join this session to gain actionable insights into the core competencies employers demand today. Leveraging data from Marketplace Simulations, we'll reveal key proficiencies industry experts are seeking. Discover how our solutions effectively identify learner strengths and weaknesses across various competencies. Learn how to translate this competency data into successful placements, bridging the gap between education and employment. Join us for a rapid-fire session to empower your learners with the skills that matter most.
                                
                                    
            Bindu Agrawal
        
        
            Founder of Art of Learning
        
                    
                Marketplace Simulations
            
    
            Ernest Cadotte
        
        
            Author of Marketplace Simulations
        
                    
                Marketplace Simulations
            
    
Presented by                                
                            
                                9:30 AM - 10:30 AM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Panel Discussion: Community & Connectedness: Regional Perspectives
                        
                        
                                    A strong sense of community and meaningful connections enhances the educational experience and contributes to excellence in business education. Every institution operates within a unique cultural and historical context shaped by its traditions, values, societal influences, and regulatory environment. Âé¶¹´«Ã½¸ßÇå’s new Guiding Principle #9: Community and Connectedness underscores the responsibility of business schools to cultivate an environment of engagement, mutual respect, and collaboration among students, faculty, and stakeholders.
This panel brings together representatives from Europe, Middle East/Africa, Asia, and the Americas to explore how this principle is realized in regional contexts. Panelists will share insights on how they define and nurture community and connectedness within their region, considering the impact of local traditions, societal expectations, and global challenges. Through their experiences, the discussion will highlight how fostering awareness and appreciation of different perspectives prepares graduates to navigate complex global and professional landscapes with openness and understanding.
                                    This panel brings together representatives from Europe, Middle East/Africa, Asia, and the Americas to explore how this principle is realized in regional contexts. Panelists will share insights on how they define and nurture community and connectedness within their region, considering the impact of local traditions, societal expectations, and global challenges. Through their experiences, the discussion will highlight how fostering awareness and appreciation of different perspectives prepares graduates to navigate complex global and professional landscapes with openness and understanding.
            Alan Au
        
        
            Vice President (Strategic Initiatives) and Acting Dean of Business School
        
                    
                Hong Kong Metropolitan University
            
    
            Hanna-Leena Pesonen
        
        
            Dean
        
                    
                Jyväskylä University School of Business and Economics, University of Jyväskylä
            
    
            Olayinka David-West
        
        
            Dean
        
                    
                Lagos Business School, Pan-Atlantic University
            
    
            Scott A. Dawson
        
        
            Dean, Business School
        
                    
                University of Colorado Denver
            
    
            Sherif H. Kamel
        
            
                Chair of Âé¶¹´«Ã½¸ßÇå Board of Directors
            
        
            Dean, Onsi Sawiris School of Business
        
                    
                The American University in Cairo
            
    
                                10:45 AM - 11:30 AM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Connect & Learn: Networking by Region & School Type
                        
                        
                                    Make the most of your networking break by connecting with peers in a way that’s most relevant to you! Whether you prefer to network by region or by school type, dedicated tables will be set up to help you engage in meaningful discussions. Join conversations based on your geographic area or connect with colleagues from institutions similar to yours — large or small, public or private, research-intensive or teaching-focused, urban or rural. Exchange best practices, explore common challenges, and build valuable connections in an informal setting.
                                
                        
                                10:45 AM - 11:30 AM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Networking Break
                        
                        
                                    Maximize your conference experience while exploring the Exhibit Hall while networking with peers and interacting with 50+ exhibitors. Explore the latest innovations, attend a quick solutions session, and participate in a networking activity designed to foster meaningful conversations. Whether you're visiting exhibitors, seeking new insights, or expanding your professional network, the Exhibit Hall is your central space to engage, learn, and grow throughout the conference.
                                
                        
                                11:30 AM - 12:15 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            (B1) Incorporating Indirect Measures into Your AoL Process
                        
                        
            
                Elevate Your Quality
            
        
                        
                                    Attendees will explore various types of indirect measures and learn to conduct an inventory of their institution’s current practices. Participants will develop actionable strategies to intentionally incorporate these measures into their AoL process. Additionally, the session will cover effective methods for documenting the integration of indirect measures to support their accreditation journey.
                                
                                    
            Anthony Devine
        
        
            Director of Learning and Teaching, Adam Smith Business School
        
                    
                University of Glasgow
            
    
                                11:30 AM - 12:15 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            (B2) Beyond the Bottom Line: The Moral Mandate of Business Education
                        
                        
            
                Impact Society
            
        
                        
                                    As climate disasters intensify, ESG standards loom large, and human rights crises persist, business schools face a moral imperative: to shape leaders who do more than maximize profit. This session will explore how to embed ethical frameworks, sustainable thinking, and human-centered values into every facet of business education.
                                
                                    
            Brigitte Bichler
        
        
            Head of Sustainability
        
                    
                OMV Group
            
    
            Margaret Chitiga-Mabugu
        
        
            Dean, Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences
        
                    
                University of Pretoria
            
    
                                11:30 AM - 12:15 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            (B3) Shorter, Smarter, Specialized: Reinventing the MBA
                        
                        
            
                Enhance Relevance
            
        
                        
                                    Is the traditional MBA becoming a relic of the past? As learners demand bite-sized expertise and real-time adaptability, business schools face a daunting ultimatum: transform or risk irrelevance. This session explores how business schools can realign offerings to meet the growing demand for shorter, more specialized degree programs that deliver greater value.
                                
                                    
            Debashis Chatterjee
        
        
            Director
        
                    
                Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode
            
    
            Kathy Harvey
        
        
            Associate Dean, Global Networks and Innovation
        
                    
                Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
            
    
                                11:30 AM - 12:15 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            (B4) Revenue Diversification for Business Schools
                        
                        
            
                Trends That Transform
            
        
                        
                                    Business schools must diversify their revenue streams to stay competitive and financially resilient. This session explores effective strategies, including leveraging board members, alumni, and development efforts, as well as introducing new credit-bearing and non-credit programs. Discover key strategies to expand your institution’s offerings, reach a broader audience, and create sustainable financial models.
                                
                                    
            Rashmi Assudani
        
        
            Dean, School of Business
        
                    
                Siena College
            
    
            Sonia Dalmia
        
        
            Dean, College of Business
        
                    
                Governors State University
            
    
                                11:30 AM - 12:15 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            (B5) Resource Session: Data-Driven Strategies to Align Education with Employer Needs
                        
                        
            
                Partner-Driven
            
        
                        
                                    Dive deep into the world of competency-based learning with Marketplace Simulations. In this session, we'll explore how to effectively identify, analyze, and leverage learner competencies. Using real-world data from our simulations, we'll showcase how to pinpoint critical competencies and track learner progress. We'll examine industry trends and discuss how to align educational outcomes with employer needs. Learn how to utilize our solutions to create personalized learning experiences, enhance learner development, and optimize placement strategies. This session will provide you with practical, data-driven strategies to empower your learners and ensure their success in the competitive job market. Attendees will also hear firsthand from two learners how data-driven insights from Marketplace Simulations helped them understand their strengths, create learning plans, and achieve career goals.
                                
                                    
            Bindu Agrawal
        
        
            Founder of Art of Learning
        
                    
                Marketplace Simulations
            
    
            Ernest Cadotte
        
        
            Author of Marketplace Simulations
        
                    
                Marketplace Simulations
            
    
Presented by                                
                            
                                1:00 PM - 1:20 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            EXPO Session: What's Next for Business Schools? Key insights revealed from P&Q and Miami Herbert
                        
                        
            
                Partner-Driven
            
        
                        
                                    Join Poets & Quants and Miami Herbert as they unveil the results of the inaugural Business Dean's Climate Survey, capturing the challenges, priorities, and emerging
                                
                                    
            Benjamin Stevenin
        
        
            Director of Business School Solutions and Partnerships
        
                    
                Times Higher Education
            
    
            Hari P. Natarajan
        
        
            Vice Dean, Business Programs, Patti and Allan Herbert Business School
        
                    
                University of Miami
            
    
Presented by                                
                            
                                1:30 PM - 2:15 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            (C1) 2026 Global Standards: Help Shape What’s Next
                        
                        
            
                Elevate Your Quality
            
        
                        
                                    Join Chief Accreditation Officer Stephanie Bryant for an interactive listening session on the upcoming 2026 Global Standards for Business Education. This face-to-face opportunity allows participants to provide valuable input and share their perspectives on what changes they wish to see. Your feedback is crucial in shaping the standards that will guide business schools into the future. Don't miss this chance to have your voice heard and contribute to the development of our standards. This session will be offered again on Wednesday at 8:30am.
                                
                                    
            Stephanie M. Bryant
        
        
            Executive Vice President, Chief Accreditation Officer, and Managing Director, Americas
        
                    
                Âé¶¹´«Ã½¸ßÇå International
            
    
                                1:30 PM - 2:15 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            (C2) Beyond Silos: Interdisciplinary Education for Complex Challenges
                        
                        
            
                Impact Society
            
        
                        
                                    To address today’s most urgent global challenges, future leaders must seamlessly integrate diverse disciplines. This session explores how business schools can champion interdisciplinary education that weaves together the insights of multiple fields, fosters strategic alliances across sectors, and empowers students to embrace complexity.
                                
                                    
            Alexander J. Triantis
        
            
                Immediate Past Chair of Âé¶¹´«Ã½¸ßÇå Board of Directors
            
        
            Dean
        
                    
                Johns Hopkins Carey Business School, Johns Hopkins University
            
    
            Olayinka David-West
        
        
            Dean
        
                    
                Lagos Business School, Pan-Atlantic University
            
    
                                1:30 PM - 2:15 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            (C3) Upskilling Your Faculty in the Era of AI
                        
                        
            
                Enhance Relevance
            
        
                        
                                    Join this session to learn practical approaches to supporting your faculty through training programs and continuous learning opportunities. Ensure that your faculty are well-prepared to educate the next generation of leaders in an AI-driven world.
                                
                                    
            Alain Goudey
        
        
            Associate Dean for Digital and Full Professor of Marketing
        
                    
                NEOMA Business School
            
    
            Paulo Goes
        
        
            Dean, Freeman School of Business
        
                    
                Tulane University
            
    
                                1:30 PM - 2:15 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            (C4) Mini TED Talk Style Presentations: B-School & Business Partnerships
                        
                        
            
                Trends That Transform
            
        
                        
                                    Explore five examples of collaboration between academia and industry, featuring honorees from Âé¶¹´«Ã½¸ßÇå’s 2025 Innovations That Inspire. Presented in a Mini TED Talk style, each 7-minute presentation showcases how business schools are teaming up with businesses to drive relevance and innovation.
                                
                                    
            Anne-Laure Schwartz
        
        
            Assistant Dean for Quality, Accreditation and Ranking
        
                    
                EMLYON Business School
            
    
            Barry A. Wright
        
        
            Dean, Goodman School of Business
        
                    
                Brock University
            
    
            Hala Barakat
        
        
            Director of the Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Onsi Sawiris School of Business
        
                    
                The American University in Cairo
            
    
            Juanqiong Gou
        
        
            Director of Virtual Simulation Learning Center
        
                    
                Beijing Jiaotong University
            
    
            Saffron Penfold
        
        
            Accreditation Manager, Business School
        
                    
                University of Sussex
            
    
Sponsored by                                
                            
                                1:30 PM - 2:15 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            (C5) Resource Session: Implementing and Measuring the Success of New Edtech: Bloomberg Finance Hubs
                        
                        
            
                Partner-Driven
            
        
                        
                                    Join Bloomberg for a conversation with Bachir Chehab, the Associate Director of the BMO Financial Group Finance Research and Trading Lab at Rotman School of Management, University of Toronto. In this discussion, Bachir will leverage his extensive research and experience in digital transformation to impart effective strategies for evaluating, integrating and measuring instructional technologies into academic systems.
                                
                                    
            Bachir Chehab
        
        
            Associate Director
        
                    
                University of Toronto
            
    
            Elizabeth Casserino
        
        
            Head of University Relations - AMER
        
                    
                Bloomberg
            
    
Presented by                                
                            
                                2:15 PM - 3:00 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Networking Break
                        
                        
                                    Maximize your conference experience while exploring the Exhibit Hall while networking with peers and interacting with 50+ exhibitors. Explore the latest innovations, attend a quick solutions session, and participate in a networking activity designed to foster meaningful conversations. Whether you're visiting exhibitors, seeking new insights, or expanding your professional network, the Exhibit Hall is your central space to engage, learn, and grow throughout the conference.
                                
                        
                                2:15 PM - 3:00 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Connect & Learn: Networking by Region & School Type
                        
                        
                                    Make the most of your networking break by connecting with peers in a way that’s most relevant to you. Whether you prefer to network by region or by school type, dedicated tables will be set up to help you engage in meaningful discussions. Join conversations based on your geographic area or connect with colleagues from institutions similar to yours — large or small, public or private, research-intensive or teaching-focused, urban or rural. Exchange best practices, explore common challenges, and build valuable connections in an informal setting.
                                
                        
                                2:30 PM - 2:50 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            EXPO Session: Unlocking 21st Century Skills: Transforming Feedback & Collaboration in Business Schools
                        
                        
            
                Partner-Driven
            
        
                        
                                    Business schools must equip students with essential leadership, teamwork, and analytical skills, yet traditional peer evaluations and feedback methods often fall short. Discover how business schools worldwide leverage innovative learning tools to streamline peer evaluations, enhance feedback loops, and optimize group collaboration - ensuring graduates develop the key competencies needed for the future of work.
                                
                                    
            Max de Raaff
        
        
            Account Executive
        
                    
                FeedbackFruits
            
    
Presented by                                
                            
                                3:00 PM - 4:00 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Advancing Research Excellence: A Global Framework for Research Impact
                        
                        
                                    Earlier this year, Âé¶¹´«Ã½¸ßÇå launched the Global Research Impact Task Force in collaboration with leaders from professional scholarly societies. The task force aims to develop a comprehensive framework for assessing and enhancing the societal impact of business research. Come prepared to share your insights with a diverse panel of business research stakeholders as they discuss reimagining research impact, redefining key principles, and exploring innovative ways for measuring impact.
                                
                                    
            Daniel Kahn
        
        
            Senior Insights Specialist for Business Schools
        
                    
                QS Quacquarelli Symonds
            
    
            Melanie Knetsch
        
        
            Deputy Director: Impact and R&I Resilience
        
                    
                UK Research and Innovation
            
    
            Peter Bamberger
        
        
            Domberger Chair in Organization and Management, Coller School of Management
        
                    
                Tel Aviv University
            
    
                Facilitator
            
        
            Eileen McAuliffe
        
        
            EVP & Chief Thought Leadership Officer & Managing Director
        
                    
                Âé¶¹´«Ã½¸ßÇå International
            
    
                                4:00 PM - 5:00 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Âé¶¹´«Ã½¸ßÇå Officers’ Remarks and Annual Business Meeting
                        
                        
                                    Officers of Âé¶¹´«Ã½¸ßÇå International will present reports to the membership, with Board Chair Sherif H. Kamel delivering the annual address and highlighting key accomplishments. President and CEO Lily Bi will provide an update on the organization’s operations and financials.
                                
                                    
            Lily Bi
        
        
            President and CEO
        
                    
                Âé¶¹´«Ã½¸ßÇå International
            
    
            Sherif H. Kamel
        
            
                Chair of Âé¶¹´«Ã½¸ßÇå Board of Directors
            
        
            Dean, Onsi Sawiris School of Business
        
                    
                The American University in Cairo
            
    
                                5:00 PM - 5:45 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Beta Gamma Sigma International Honoree Recognition and Presentation: The Power of Systemic Change
                        
                        
                                    Change is inevitable and frequent, but most long-lasting, high impact changes are systemic. Throughout his career with KPMG, Mr. Milano was involved in many systemic changes. This presentation will focus on two changes that impacted business higher education and one change impacting developing global competency for future leaders.
                                
                                    
            Bernard Milano
        
        
            2025 International Honoree
        
                    
                Beta Gamma Sigma
            
    
                                5:00 PM - 5:45 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Community and Connectedness Affinity Group Meeting
                        
                        
            
                Member-Driven
            
        
                        
                                    Formerly D&I Affinity Group,  Global Perspectives on D&I: The Role of Business Schools in Shaping the Future: As business schools prepare future leaders, their engagement in diversity and inclusion (D&I) initiatives directly impacts students, organizations, and communities worldwide. This session will explore how deans can navigate the evolving expectations of businesses and society by embedding D&I into curricula, faculty development, and industry partnerships. Attendees will examine the risks of inaction, such as widening opportunity gaps and diminishing institutional relevance, versus the transformative potential of intentional strategies that foster innovation, equitable access, and global competitiveness. Through interactive dialogue, deans will gain actionable insights on positioning their institutions as catalysts for inclusive excellence in a rapidly changing world. Open to all attendees!
                                
                                    
            Matrecia S.L. James
        
        
            Dean, St. Bonaventure University
        
                    
                St. Bonaventure University
            
    
            SherRhonda Gibbs
        
        
            Dean of Business and Economics
        
                    
                Morehouse College
            
    
            Tomas Gomez-Arias
        
        
            Dean, Jack H. Brown College of Business and Public Administration
        
                    
                California State University, San Bernardino
            
    
                                5:00 PM - 5:45 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            New Deans Affinity Group Meeting
                        
                        
            
                Member-Driven
            
        
                        
                                    Join other new deans for a roundtable discussion of current challenges and opportunities facing business deans in today's environment. Whether you are brand new to the role or are a seasoned dean, you can share your thoughts with peers who are currently facing the same issues or have encountered them in the past.  Open to all attendees!
                                
                                    
            Jose Esteves
        
        
            Dean, Porto Business School
        
                    
                University of Porto
            
    
                                5:00 PM - 5:45 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Online Learning Affinity Group Meeting
                        
                        
            
                Member-Driven
            
        
                        
                                    Perspectives on AI in Assessment practice: In this session, we will host a facilitated discussion on Perspectives on AI in Assessment practice. The Online Learning Affinity Group aims to be a highly participative forum for sharing ideas and expertise on various issues and topics in online and blended learning. In this session, we will host a facilitated discussion on Perspectives on AI in Assessment practice.  Three themes will be explored: 
How do you assess group work? Supporting staff and students to navigate AI in their assessment journey through checklist based guidance and
Authentic assessment and evaluating assessment AI risk. Come to this session prepared to share your practices, questions, and challenges with the facilitators and the group. All attendees welcome!
                                
                                    
            Jon Garfinkel
        
        
            Professor of Finance, University of Iowa
        
                    
                The University of Iowa
            
    
            Lucian Tipi
        
        
            Associate Dean
        
                    
                Birmingham City University
            
    
            Mazia Yassim
        
        
            Associate Head of College - External Engagement 
        
                    
                University of Westminster
            
    
                                5:00 PM - 5:45 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Responsible Management Education Affinity Group Meeting
                        
                        
            
                Member-Driven
            
        
                        
                                    Shaping the Future: Âé¶¹´«Ã½¸ßÇå Responsible Management Education Affinity Group Networking Session: To collectively identify key priorities and actions for the Responsible Management Education Affinity Group over the next 12–24 months, creating opportunities for collaboration, knowledge sharing, and collective agenda setting. Open to all attendees!
                                
                                    
            Alex Hope
        
        
            Deputy Pro Vice-Chancellor and Associate Professor of Business Ethics, Newcastle Business School
        
                    
                Northumbria University
            
    
                                5:45 PM - 7:00 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Evening Reception
                        
                        
                                    Network with colleagues and enjoy the full ICAM experience. Get a preview of ICAM 2026 in Seattle (April 13-15).
                                
                        
Sponsored by                                
                            
                Wednesday
            
            
                April 9
            
        
                                8:30 AM - 9:00 AM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Refreshments and Networking
                        
                        
                                    Begin the final day with networking over coffee or tea. Reflect on the insights gained and prepare for the final sessions.
                                
                        
                                8:30 AM - 9:15 AM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            2026 Global Standards: Help Shape What’s Next (REPEAT)
                        
                        
                                    Join Chief Accreditation Officer Stephanie Bryant for an interactive listening session on the upcoming 2026 Global Standards for Business Education. This face-to-face opportunity allows participants to provide valuable input and share their perspectives on what changes they wish to see. Your feedback is crucial in shaping the standards that will guide business schools into the future. Don't miss this chance to have your voice heard and contribute to the development of our standards.
                                
                                    
            Stephanie M. Bryant
        
        
            Executive Vice President, Chief Accreditation Officer, and Managing Director, Americas
        
                    
                Âé¶¹´«Ã½¸ßÇå International
            
    
                                8:30 AM - 9:15 AM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Resource Session: The Dual Lens of Impact: Internal Success and External Recognition
                        
                        
                                    In an increasingly competitive academic landscape, the ability to effectively showcase impact is vital for business schools seeking to engage with their community, and funding bodies. Join Interfolio from Elsevier to gain actionable insights on how to craft compelling narratives that highlight individual and institutional success. By examining case studies that illustrate the power of data-informed storytelling, we will demonstrate how these narratives can strengthen relationships with external stakeholders and elevate the institution's reputation in the academic community. Furthermore, we will explore the significance of understanding impact from both internal and external perspectives, empowering faculty members to easily articulate their achievements while allowing administrators to effectively communicate these successes to accrediting bodies and funders.
                                
                                    
            Mike Neus
        
        
            Senior Account Manager, Team Lead
        
                    
                Elsevier
            
    
            Philipp Fondermann
        
        
            Solution Engineer
        
                    
                Elsevier
            
    
Presented by                                
                            
                                8:30 AM - 9:15 AM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Associate Deans Affinity Group Meeting
                        
                        
            
                Member-Driven
            
        
                        
                                    "Exploring Challenges and Solutions for Recruitment and Retention"
 Recruiting and retaining faculty, undergraduate students, and graduate students continues to be a significant challenge for many Associate Deans.  This interactive session will identify and explore some of the more common challenges facing business school recruitment and retention and will seek to identify creative solutions to address these challenges. Open to all attendees!
                                
                                    
            Cheryl Oliver
        
        
            Associate Dean
        
                    
                Washington State University
            
    
            Laurie Miller
        
        
            Associate Dean of Undergraduate Programs and Curriculum 
        
                    
                University of Nebraska-Lincoln
            
    
            Michael Jones
        
        
            Interim Dean
        
                    
                University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
            
    
                                8:30 AM - 9:15 AM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Digital Transformation Affinity Group Meeting
                        
                        
            
                Member-Driven
            
        
                        
                                    "Digital Transformation in Business Schools: Reinventing Education for the AI Era"  Reinventing business education for the AI era is at the center of the agenda of every dean and every faculty member. In this session, we feature 3 speakers who will present alternative strategies to address a number of issues that arise during this transformation period. Topics covered include strategic hiring, the creation of a Future Learning Experience Centre, various activities to promote GenAI, and the development of an innovative, flexible, and secure AI orchestration platform to support and enhance teaching and learning. Open to all attendees!
                                
                                    
            Gregory P. Prastacos
        
        
            Faculty
        
                    
                Stevens Institute of Technology
            
    
            Martin Winner
        
        
            Vice Rector for Human Resources and Digital Infrastructure
        
                    
                WU Vienna University of Economics and Business
            
    
            Paulo Goes
        
        
            Dean, Freeman School of Business
        
                    
                Tulane University
            
    
                                8:30 AM - 9:15 AM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Small Schools Affinity Group Meeting
                        
                        
            
                Member-Driven
            
        
                        
                                    Navigating the Six-Year Faculty Qualification Cycle: Strategies from Small Business Schools 
With Âé¶¹´«Ã½¸ßÇå’s transition to a six-year faculty qualification cycle, small business schools must adapt their faculty qualification standards while maintaining alignment with accreditation expectations. This interactive session will provide a platform for schools to share their approaches, challenges, and strategies for tracking and maintaining faculty qualifications over the extended cycle. Attendees will engage in discussion, exchange best practices, and explore data gathered from peer institutions. By fostering collaboration, this session will highlight innovative solutions and practical frameworks that small schools are using to ensure compliance and sustain faculty engagement under the new Âé¶¹´«Ã½¸ßÇå standards. Moderated by Sonia Dalmia.  Open to all attendees!
                                
                        
                                9:30 AM - 10:30 AM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Keynote II: Mastering Misinformation
                        
                        
                                    Our lives are minefields of misinformation. It ripples through our social media feeds, our headlines, and best-selling books. Many of these sources are flawed, yet by playing on our emotions and preying on our biases, they can gain widespread acceptance, warp our views, and distort our decisions. This talk provides a practical guide for how we can help our students to separate fact from fiction. Going beyond simply checking the facts and explaining individual statistics, it explores the relationships between statistics – the science of cause and effect – ultimately training us to think smarter, sharper, and more critically, to make better sense of the world and take better decisions.
                                
    
                Keynote Speaker
            
        
            Alex Edmans
        
        
            Author of May Contain Lies and Professor of Finance
        
                    
                London Business School
            
    
Sponsored by                                
                            
                                10:45 AM - 11:30 AM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            (D1) Accreditation Tables 101
                        
                        
            
                Elevate Your Quality
            
        
                        
                                    In this session speakers will walk attendees through the mandatory accreditation tables (tables 2-1, 3-1, 3-2, 5-1 and 8-1). Attendees will learn about the intent of each table, how they are interpreted by reviewers, how they connect and how to avoid common mistakes.
                                
                                    
            Marine Condette
        
        
            Senior Manager of Accreditation
        
                    
                Âé¶¹´«Ã½¸ßÇå International
            
    
            Thomas Cleff
        
        
            Dean
        
                    
                Pforzheim University
            
    
                                10:45 AM - 11:30 AM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            (D2) Measuring Societal Impact with Positive Impact Rating
                        
                        
            
                Impact Society
            
        
                        
                                    The session offers concrete ways of measuring and reporting on a business school’s societal impact. It discusses the challenge of strengthening the approaches to school’s societal impact creation in current times.
                                
                                    
            Katrin Muff
        
        
            President
        
                    
                Positive Impact Rating Association
            
    
            Tamim Elbasha
        
        
            Associate Dean - Learning & Quality Development, Business School
        
                    
                Audencia E.E.S.C.
            
    
            Thomas Dyllick
        
        
            Professor
        
                    
                University of St.Gallen
            
    
                                10:45 AM - 11:30 AM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            (D3) Mastering Storytelling for Business School Excellence
                        
                        
            
                Enhance Relevance
            
        
                        
                                    Business schools must have a strong narrative around the role they play in shaping society’s future and equipping the leaders of tomorrow with the skills they need. Quality storytelling has a role to play in communicating business schools’ value proposition. Drawing on BBC Insights from the study on how education storytelling can best resonate with audiences, panelists will share best practices for telling stories about business education that matters.
                                
                                    
                Facilitator
            
        
            Imogen Naylor-Higgs
        
        
            Global Head of Marketing
        
                    
                BBC StoryWorks
            
    
            Marzena Nieroda
        
        
            Assistant Prof of Marketing and Commercialisation for Healthcare
        
                    
                UCL Global Business School for Health, University College London
            
    
            Otgo Erhemjamts
        
        
            Dean, School of Management
        
                    
                University of San Francisco
            
    
                                10:45 AM - 11:30 AM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            (D4) Resource Session: AI Agents & the Future of Student Engagement: Insights from Âé¶¹´«Ã½¸ßÇå and Comm100
                        
                        
            
                Partner-Driven
            
        
                        
                                    Join us in this exclusive session with Âé¶¹´«Ã½¸ßÇå as we talk about how AI Agents are transforming engagement by delivering fast, accurate, and scalable support round-the-clock.  
We’ll highlight the growing impact of AI tools in higher education, including adoption trends, cost savings, and automation gains across US and Canadian institutions. We'll discuss the differences between AI Agents and traditional chatbots, from their ability to understand context and carry natural conversations to supporting multiple languages.
Our team will take a closer look at our partnership with Âé¶¹´«Ã½¸ßÇå, from strategic planning and platform selection to the successful deployment of two custom AI Chatbots. You’ll hear about their hands-on approach to implementation and the key benefits these tools offer.
Through real-world insights and a live demonstration, you’ll see how AI Chatbots can streamline inquiry handling, improve efficiency, and free up staff to focus on more meaningful work.
Join us to explore the future of student support, and see how AI is helping institutions deliver smarter, more responsive service at scale.
                                    We’ll highlight the growing impact of AI tools in higher education, including adoption trends, cost savings, and automation gains across US and Canadian institutions. We'll discuss the differences between AI Agents and traditional chatbots, from their ability to understand context and carry natural conversations to supporting multiple languages.
Our team will take a closer look at our partnership with Âé¶¹´«Ã½¸ßÇå, from strategic planning and platform selection to the successful deployment of two custom AI Chatbots. You’ll hear about their hands-on approach to implementation and the key benefits these tools offer.
Through real-world insights and a live demonstration, you’ll see how AI Chatbots can streamline inquiry handling, improve efficiency, and free up staff to focus on more meaningful work.
Join us to explore the future of student support, and see how AI is helping institutions deliver smarter, more responsive service at scale.
            Elia Karimi
        
        
            Applied AI Lead
        
                    
                Comm100 Network Corporation
            
    
            Robert Si
        
        
            Account Executive
        
                    
                Comm100 Network Corporation
            
    
            Travis Sweet
        
        
            Manager of Applications
        
                    
                Âé¶¹´«Ã½¸ßÇå International
            
    
Presented by                                
                            
                                11:45 AM - 12:30 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Strategic Alliances: Rethinking Collaboration for Impact
                        
                        
                                    In an era of rapid transformation, strategic alliances have emerged as a key driver of innovation, resilience, and global competitiveness in higher education. Business schools are increasingly forging cross-border partnerships to enhance research capabilities, expand student opportunities, and develop innovative joint programs that address the evolving needs of the business world. Join us for a conversation on how business schools can leverage strategic partnerships to drive excellence, global engagement, and long-term sustainability.
                                
    
                Moderator
            
        
            Rupert Sausgruber
        
        
            Rector
        
                    
                WU Vienna University of Economics and Business
            
    
            Peter Lindstrom
        
        
            Dean, International Engagement, Director of the Vice-President's Office for Innovation and Quality
        
                    
                University of St.Gallen
            
    
            Robyn Johns
        
        
            Associate Dean
        
                    
                University of Technology Sydney
            
    
                                12:30 PM - 12:45 PM CET
                            
                            
                        
                            Conference Closing
                        
                        
            Lily Bi
        
        
            President and CEO
        
                    
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