- Prasetiya Mulya University receives prestigious AACSB accreditation, joining an elite global network of top business schools.
- The recognition ensures globally high standards in teaching, curriculum, faculty expertise, and governance, preparing students for future business challenges.
- The accreditation enhances Indonesia’s standing in international business education and supports the development of innovative, impact-driven business leaders.
Prasetiya Mulya University has reached a landmark achievement in its journey of educational excellence by receiving international accreditation from AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business), one of the oldest and most prestigious business school accreditation bodies in the world. This recognition places the university among a select global group of business schools that meet rigorous, internationally recognized standards for teaching quality, curriculum, faculty expertise, and institutional governance.
For students, this accreditation is more than a mark of prestige it is a guarantee that their learning experience meets the highest global standards. AACSB accreditation assures that the curriculum is not only academically robust but also relevant to the demands of a rapidly changing global economy. As the World Economic Forum predicts shifts in the core skills required of the workforce between 2025 and 2030, business schools face the challenge of preparing graduates who are adaptive, innovative, and capable of navigating future industries. With this accreditation, Prasetiya Mulya University demonstrates its ability to equip students with competencies in strategic leadership, entrepreneurship, innovation, and digital transformation, ensuring graduates are prepared for the realities of a dynamic business landscape.
The benefits extend beyond students. For the business sector, government, and society, AACSB accreditation signals that the university produces highly skilled, research-informed, and impact-driven business professionals. This strengthens Indonesia’s standing on the global business education map, supporting the nation’s shift toward an innovation-based economy and fostering a new generation of leaders who can drive sustainable growth.
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Founded in 1916, AACSB is widely regarded as the 'gold standard' in business education. Only about six percent of business schools worldwide hold this distinction, with a network of just over a thousand institutions across 70 countries and territories. Joining this exclusive community marks a significant milestone not only for Prasetiya Mulya University but also for the broader landscape of Indonesian business education, highlighting the country’s growing role in the global education arena.
Dean of the School of Business and Economics, Handyanto Widjojo, noted that the accreditation reflects the university’s long-term commitment to delivering globally relevant and impactful business education. “Our mission is to educate business learners to develop entrepreneurial competencies and provide innovative solutions that advance both business and society. This AACSB accreditation recognizes the quality, relevance, and impact of the education we offer and reinforces our commitment to shaping the future leaders of Indonesia and beyond”, he said.
Stephanie M. Bryant, Executive Vice President and Chief Accreditation Officer of AACSB, praised the university’s achievement, emphasizing that AACSB accreditation is awarded to institutions demonstrating excellence and tangible impact in education, research, and student development.
As a member of the AACSB global network, Prasetiya Mulya University now joins an elite ecosystem of the world’s top business education institutions. The accreditation confirms the university’s dedication to entrepreneurship, innovation, and societal impact, while strengthening Indonesia’s competitiveness on the international stage and paving the way for a new era of globally recognized business education.
