GBSRC Earns AACSB Membership, Expands Global Footprint in Management Education

The Global Business School and Research Centre (GBSRC), a constituent institution of Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, has formally received membership of AACSB International, marking a significant milestone in its journey towards global excellence in business education.

The AACSB membership certificate was presented by Prathap Das to Dr Smita Jadhav during a ceremony held at the GBSRC campus on June 5. The event was attended by senior university officials, faculty members and staff.

Receiving the certificate on behalf of the institution, Dr Jadhav described the membership as a reflection of the university’s long-standing commitment to academic excellence, innovation and global relevance in management education.

“The vision of Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth has always been to foster an environment of excellence, innovation and global relevance in management education. Joining the AACSB community is a reaffirmation that our values, standards and aspirations are aligned with the world’s best,” she said.

She added that AACSB membership would create new opportunities for academic benchmarking, faculty development, international networking and institutional growth. The university, she noted, remains focused on strengthening quality education, research excellence and continuous improvement.

Addressing the gathering, Das highlighted the importance of AACSB membership in connecting institutions to a global network of business educators, researchers and industry leaders. He said the recognition underscores a school’s commitment to quality, impact and innovation in business education.

According to AACSB, fewer than five per cent of business schools worldwide meet its rigorous accreditation standards, making membership a significant achievement for institutions seeking international recognition and enhanced academic credibility.

University officials said the development would further strengthen GBSRC’s academic programmes, research initiatives and industry partnerships, while creating greater opportunities for students and faculty to engage with global best practices in management education.

The ceremony concluded with a vote of thanks to faculty members, staff and stakeholders whose contributions helped the institution achieve the milestone.