Business Graduates Association

The latest edition of Business Impact magazine is now available!

In this edition:

🚶‍➡️ Off the Beaten Path – As career structures evolve, business schools must rethink their programmes and services to support new professional journeys.

👨‍💻 Licence to Reskill – Why leadership development needs to be reimagined for an era of continuous learning, AI expansion, and increasing interconnectedness.

👩‍🎓 In Search of Satisfaction – Exploring how learning metrics can influence behaviour, and the challenges associated with student survey scores.

🌳 Putting Down Roots – How Mannheim Business School’s Social Class Project is supporting an urban tree-planting initiative and creating local impact.

📌 Moving the Needle on Global Mobility – An international summer exchange programme focused on community engagement and social impact.

Plus, much more.

Take a look at the latest insights, research, and stories shaping business education and leadership today.

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We're delighted to welcome the Faculty of Business Management at the Bratislava University of Economics and Business as BGA's first member business school in Slovakia 🇸🇰!

As part of the BGA Network, the Faculty joins a global community of impact-driven business schools committed to responsible management education, continuous improvement, and positive impact. 🌐

Find out more about BGA membership and how your institution can join our growing international network: https://ow.ly/mt4250ZcKuP

We are delighted to announce that Margarita Feijoo will be joining us as a speaker at the AMBA & BGA Latin America Conference, taking place in Lima this September.

As Professor and Researcher in Leadership and Organisational Development at Pacifico Business School, Universidad del Pacífico, Margarita brings extensive expertise in leadership, organisational transformation, and management education.

The conference will bring together business school leaders, academics, and industry professionals from across the region to explore the opportunities and challenges shaping the future of business education.

We look forward to welcoming Margarita to what promises to be an engaging and thought-provoking programme.

Join us in Lima to connect with peers, exchange ideas, and gain fresh perspectives from leading voices in management education.

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What does the accreditation journey look like from the perspective of a newly accredited business school?

At the AMBA & BGA Accreditation Conference in Lisbon this October, representatives from two recently accredited institutions will share first-hand insights into the process of pursuing AMBA & BGA accreditation for the first time.

In the session “The Accreditation Journey with AMBA & BGA”, attendees will hear about:
🌟The motivations behind seeking accreditation
🌟Key challenges and lessons learned throughout the process
🌟How institutions prepared for accreditation visits and requirements
🌟The impact accreditation has had on their schools and strategic development
🌟Advice for institutions considering their own accreditation journey

This practical discussion will provide valuable perspectives for schools at every stage of the accreditation process.

Speakers:
• Miskinienė, Director, Vilnius University Business School
• José Manuel de Oliveira Mendes, Dean and Full Professor, University of Coimbra, Faculty of Economics

Find out more and book: https://ow.ly/ViBz50Z5bvh

How can business schools prepare leaders to drive both innovation and sustainability?

At the AMBA & BGA Latin America Conference in Lima this September, we will explore the concept of innovability – the integration of innovation and sustainability to create lasting value for organisations, society, and the environment.

While the business world has been discussing innovability for more than a decade, it is now gaining increasing attention in higher education as institutions seek to align teaching, research, and impact with the challenges of the future.

In this thought-provoking session, Ruben Guevara, Chair of the Board, Director-General, and Professor of Leadership and Strategy at CENTRUM PUCP Business School, will share how CENTRUM PUCP is embedding innovability into its approach to business education and research.

Join us to discover how business schools can advance financial, social, and environmental performance while fostering responsible leadership and sustainable prosperity.

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We are pleased to introduce our final speaker for the AMBA & BGA Workshop in Dublin this Monday.

Registration closes tomorrow, and business school leaders and faculty from across Ireland, the UK, and Europe are invited to secure their complimentary place.

We are delighted to welcome John Collins from Trinity Business School, who will deliver a joint session entitled: "Expectations to Enrolment: How We Effectively Promote the Value Proposition of Business Schools to Attract More Students".

We look forward to welcoming participants for an engaging and insightful discussion.
Register for your free place: https://ow.ly/QAj150ZampY

What does it really take to lead an organisation when every decision has consequences?

We're delighted to be joined by Fernando Pérez, Director of Operations, Digital Transformation, and Entrepreneurship at PAD - Escuela de Dirección at our Latin America Conference in Lima this September, who will give an inside look at EXSIM, their flagship MBA business simulation that places participants in the heart of a complex, competitive business environment.

Over the course of a simulated two-year period, MBA students take on executive leadership roles, analyse live operational and financial data, negotiate with stakeholders, manage crises, and present results to a Board of Directors. Along the way, they develop the skills that matter most in leadership: strategic thinking, cross-functional collaboration, decision-making under pressure, and resilience when facing setbacks.

As business schools continue to seek innovative ways to bridge theory and practice, EXSIM offers a compelling example of learning by doing at its best.

Join us in Lima to discover more: https://ow.ly/PI9f50Z9nsS

What does it really take to build a successful academic programme?

At the AMBA & BGA Programme Excellence Conference in Lisbon this October, Andrew Corcoran of Nottingham University Business School will explore the journey from initial idea to long-term programme success.

In the session “How to Set Up and Run an Academic Programme: Inspiring Students and Colleagues to Meet Their Potential”, attendees will gain practical insights into:
🌟Identifying and responding to market opportunities
🌟Embedding new programmes within an institution’s portfolio
🌟Building support and momentum internally
🌟Developing the academic architecture needed for success
🌟Sustaining programmes beyond launch through recruitment, engagement, and ongoing development

Launching a programme is only the beginning — ensuring it continues to thrive is where the real challenge begins.

To find out more: https://ow.ly/uMtu50Z5aZT

What role does mentoring play in a successful BGA accreditation journey?

At the AMBA & BGA Accreditation Conference in Lisbon this October, Bodo Schlegelmilch will explore how mentors help business schools navigate the BGA accreditation process and build a stronger culture of continuous impact.

In the session “BGA Accreditation – The Role of the Mentor”, attendees will gain practical insight into how mentors:
🌟Support schools in developing their Continuous Impact Model (CIM)
🌟Provide tailored guidance based on each institution’s unique context
🌟Help identify and address gaps in accreditation criteria
🌟Strengthen commitment to continuous improvement and impact
🌟Clarify accreditation expectations and standards
🌟Share expertise and practical advice to accelerate progress

The session will also offer valuable guidance on preparing for a BGA accreditation visit and maximising the benefits of the mentoring relationship throughout the process.

Join Bodo Schlegelmilch, Dean Emeritus of the WU Executive Academy and Professor Emeritus at WU Vienna, for an insightful discussion on mentorship, accreditation, and institutional development.

Find out more and book: https://ow.ly/TBA150Z5bne

Leaders often say that people are their greatest asset, yet too many workplaces overlook marginalised talent. If we want to have organisations in which people can truly thrive, we must redesign leadership itself, not just use token slogans, says Marcelle Moncrieffe-Newman.

Read here: https://ow.ly/lN0K50YVEx4