🇨🇭In 2022, Switzerland's Axpo partnered with @unisg.ch to initiate a company-wide cultural shift to strengthen leadership and embed shared values across its international operations. In #EFMDGlobalFocus, discover how this initiative helped Axpo earn Top 10 certification as a Great Place to Work.

🎓 Global #businessschool leaders share advice for new students on curiosity, resilience, and responsibility. In conversation with Stephanie Mullins @blueskyeducation.bsky.social, they stress embracing diverse perspectives, building networks, and seizing opportunities beyond the classroom.

★彡 Gold winners of the 2025 Excellence in Practice Awards focused on organisational outcomes, applied methods beyond self-reporting, and incorporated external benchmarking. Read the full analysis comparing the impact sections of nine cases, including gold, silver, and other entries. #EFMDEiP

🎊 Congratulations to the Doctor of Business Administration programme at China Europe International Business School (CEIBS), for achieving new EFMD Programme Accreditation! And, congratulations to @iaelyon.bsky.social and six other programmes for receiving re-accreditation! #EFMDAccredited

✨Business can and should be a force for good. The Management as a Calling workshop invites faculty to reimagine business education with purpose and moral clarity. 🗓 12–14 Feb 2026 📍 @notredame.bsky.social ⏰ Applications due 1 Dec. 🔎 Learn more from @andyhoffman.bsky.social

🌍 Help shape the future of #sustainability in management education. 📊 Participate in the EQUAL Network survey to share your institution’s initiatives and contribute to a global resource. 🗓️ Deadline: 13 October 2025

🏆 We are pleased to announce the release of the new supplement issue of #EFMDGlobalFocus "Excellence in Practice 2025." This year’s collection of exceptional cases highlights an impressive range of outstanding practices. 🆕 Read it online or download the full issue: ╰┈➤ bit.ly/GF-EiP2025

🇵🇪 The #EFMDAmericas Annual Conference at CENTRUM PUCP in Lima examined #AI, interdisciplinarity, and academic–industry partnerships in management education, with keynotes on human skills, #SDGs, and future talent. We also celebrated new accreditations and community milestones. Many thanks to all!

🎊 We are pleased to announce that UTC Business School has completed the Business School Impact System assessment process and has been granted its first BSIS label. It is the first institution in Tunisia and the second in Africa to receive this recognition for positive impact. #EFMDBSIS

⚙️AI depends on human knowledge & oversight, but faces challenges like energy use, reliance on human data, & accuracy loss. @uniofaberdeen.bsky.social's @profmartinamills.bsky.social stresses in @timeshighered.bsky.social that universities must uphold human authorship to sustain #AI in Higher Ed.

📊A survey of EU MBA directors at EFMD's 2025 #MBA Conference reveals that 83% of programmes have adopted at least one #AI tool, yet only 11% use it curriculum-wide. In #EFMDGlobalFocus, the authors argue that the study underlines the need for stronger ethical leadership and faculty development.

🌐On UN International #EqualPayDay, 18 Sept, we highlight Oxford Saïd’s Inspiring Female Founders initiative, led by Professor Pinar Ozcan, which champions women entrepreneurs through mentorship & networking, promoting equal pay & economic empowerment. @blueskyeducation.bsky.social

🦾 Artificial intelligence, @princeton.edu historian D. Graham Burnett contends, has quietly colonised the territory once occupied by the humanities. Writing in @newyorker.com, he argues that humanistic education must reset its priorities, remain alert to commodification and defend civic life.

🚦How can AI boost graduate employability? At @univaasa.bsky.social, an AI-driven #careerservices pilot improved CV quality and tailored applications, helping international students integrate into Finland’s labour market. Read more in #EFMDGlobalFocus.

🧭 Matt Symonds reflects on his journey from schoolyard entrepreneur to co-founding Fortuna Admissions and @blueskyeducation.bsky.social. In conversation with Stephanie Mullins-Wiles, he champions human connection, shared success and a modular, inclusive, purpose-driven future for education.

🎓In #EFMDGlobalFocus, Porto Business School MBA Director Renata Blanc stresses that business schools must move beyond traditional, one-size-fits-all MBA models and offer flexible, personalised programmes that equip students with practical, enduring skills. 🔗Learn more: ╰┈➤ bit.ly/GF-Future-of-MBAs

🇪🇸 EFMD Executive Academy alumni reunited in Barcelona for a multi-day refresher @eadabarcelona.bsky.social, featuring paella, leadership training and discussion on employability. 🙏🏻 Thank you to all who made it possible! 🗓️ Apply for the 11th edition: ╰┈➤ bit.ly/EA-Prague-2026

📚 In "Impactful Insights: Conversations with BSIS Assessment Experts," @rsmerasmus.bsky.social Policy Director General @wmijnhardt.bsky.social reflects on his progression from institutional leadership to exerting broader influence within the business education domain. #EFMDBSIS

📢 We are delighted to announce that EFMD Global is now on WeChat, further broadening how we share updates and engage with our global community. 🂾 Follow us on WeChat by scanning the QR code below. 👉 We look forward to welcoming you to our new channel and continuing the conversation with you there!

🗞️ La edición 2025 de Global Focus en castellano ofrece reflexiones sobre IA, sostenibilidad, liderazgo y la huella social de las escuelas de negocios. Una invitación a repensar cómo ampliar su alcance y contribuir al bien común. 🔗 Lea la edición completa: ╰┈➤ bit.ly/Global-Focus-castellano-2025

🙋🏻‍♀️Younger business students favour in-person study over online formats, particularly in Masters in Management (MiM) programmes. As Seb Murray notes in @financialtimes.com, surveys suggest over 80% of MiM students now prefer the traditional, full-time classroom setting.

★彡 EFMD Quality Assurance Academy alumna Susy Rodrigues of Nova School of Business and Economics highlights the influence of the QAA, crediting it with strengthening her leadership, communication, and project management skills. 📍The next edition of #EFMDQAA runs from 13 October to 10 December 2025.

💼 IE University’s Young Corporate Programme (YCP) tackles the “experience paradox” that students encounter when searching for jobs before graduation. In #EFMDGlobalFocus, IE VP of Alumni & Careers, Ines Drieselmann, illustrates how YCP can guide career direction & offer a model for higher education.

🦾 AI-powered study assistants are entering higher education, with OpenAI, Claude, and Gemini introducing new “study modes.” As noted in @timeshighered.bsky.social, while these systems may provide judgement-free learning spaces, experts emphasise the importance of oversight.

🎓 Applications for Master's in Management (MiM) programmes are rising as graduates face one of the toughest job markets in years, according to @financialtimes.com's MiM Ranking 2025. As Seb Murray notes, rising demand may also reshape expectations for MBAs and entry-level roles.

💫 Dr Jens Wüstemann reflects on 15 years as President of Mannheim Business School, where he positioned it among Europe’s leading business schools. Speaking with Stephanie Mullins-Wiles @blueskyeducation.bsky.social, he shared key milestones and his vision for the future of business education.

🌳 Business schools are central to preparing graduates to lead Australia’s #NetZero transition. In #EFMDGlobalFocus, discover how a new report underscores the urgent demand for climate-related skills--from carbon accouting and scenario planning to governance and logistics. #Sustainability

🌎 We're planning a variety of global conferences, workshops and more in the months ahead. Check out the list and the QR codes for our autumn events to grow your network. 🗓️ All Events: ╰┈➤ bit.ly/EFMD-Events 📚 Explore our Activities Portfolio: ╰┈➤ bit.ly/EFMD-Portfolio

🧭 Leadership today demands comfort with uncertainty, not the illusion of certainty. In #EFMDGlobalFocus, executive coach Sabine Hoffmeister explains how business schools can cultivate the critical skills necessary to prepare resilient, adaptive, and human-centred leaders.

💬The debate over whether #entrepreneurship can be taught centres on the role of #businessschools for start-up founders. Some argue that formal education has little direct impact on launching a business. Nevertheless, universities are offering more entrepreneurship courses to meet rising demand.

֎As #GenAI enters research workflows, #businessschools face questions about transparency. @leidenmadtrics.bsky.social's GAIDeT, a new taxonomy for AI disclosure, offers a way to specify how and when AI was used and a framework to guide faculty & doctoral candidates to demonstrate responsible AI use.

🎉We are pleased to announce that Fundação Getulio Vargas – Escola de Administração de Empresas de São Paulo (FGV EAESP) has successfully completed the EFMD Business School Impact System (BSIS) assessment process and has been granted a renewal of its label for positive impact. #EFMDBSIS

👥 Together, #GenZ, #businessschools, and employers are reshaping the future of work. In #EFMDGlobalFocus, a new report from CEMS - The Global Alliance in Management Education shows that young professionals prioritise digital competence, hybrid models, and impactful non-linear career paths.

🤝 #BusinessSchools are urged to look beyond profit-focused teaching and engage in community projects to advance the UN #SDGs. At Westminster Business School, a collaboration with a women’s charity demonstrated how student-led projects can foster intercultural learning. @timeshighered.bsky.social

🔠Language plays a central role in international business, shaping communication, power & organisational culture. In #EFMDGlobalFocus, the authors highlight that while English remains the global lingua franca, attention has shifted from proficiency to its use in social interactions & multilingualism.

🎤 Meet the Speaker Honoured to welcome Prof. Eric Cornuel, President of EFMD Global, to “Developing Leaders for a Sustainable Future” on Aug 25 at #VictoriaForum2025! 📍 University of Victoria 🌐 victoriaforum.ca #Leadership #GlobalDialogue #VictoriaForum

🔄 Business schools are reshaping programmes towards career-focused pathways, combining flexibility, interdisciplinary study, and specialised expertise. @vlerick.bsky.social @blueskyeducation.bsky.social @insead.bsky.social @neomabs.bsky.social

🎙️ Meet Doris John from Prince Mohammed Bin Salman College of Business & Entrepreneurship (MBSC), winner in the “African Business Cases” category, and discover her case on Samir Ibrahim of Sun Culture, a climate entrepreneur in Africa. 🙏 Thank you, ESCA Ecole de Management.

💫 #GenAI is shifting higher education from teaching task-based skills to cultivating creativity. In @timeshighered.bsky.social, Ioannis Glinavos argues that classrooms should function like design studios, with students using AI to speed up prototypes while considering originality and ethics.

🔔 We are delighted to share that "Women In, and Beyond, Business Schools" has been published by Routledge as part of the EFMD Management Series. This #EFMDGlobalFocus volume examines the role of women in business schools, highlighting achievements, challenges, and strategies for greater equity.

🗺️⁀જ✈︎ International business schools are increasingly embedding geopolitics into their programmes, with global instability reshaping corporate strategy. As reported in @poetsandquants.bsky.social, as US higher education faces reputational strain, Europe positions itself as a hub for academic freedom.

🧗🏻Modern managers face unprecedented challenges—multi-generational teams, shifting employee priorities, and the pressures of remote work—yet many lack formal training. In #EFMDGlobalFocus, the authors stress that the call is clear: managers must shift from directing work to enabling people.

🎉 We are pleased to announce that Masters' Union has successfully completed the EFMD Business School Impact System assessment process and has been granted its first BSIS label! Learn more about the school and why it has earned the BSIS label for positive impact. #EFMDBSIS

🎙️Meet Rajani Ramdas from Manipal Academy of Higher Education, winner in the “Finance and Banking” category for her case, "Dune Technologies: An Enchanting Dream or a Dreadful Nightmare?" 🙏🏻Thank you, The Case Centre and Vicky Lester, for your continued support! #BusinessEducation #CaseWriting

🏙️ The 2025 @iese.bsky.social Cities in Motion Index reveals that the world’s most dynamic cities, including London, Paris & Copenhagen, are also #sustainability leaders. From renewable energy to public transport, green planning to social cohesion, multiple factors shape a sustainable urban future.

🌿 The Gaia-Wise Global Co-operation Initiative calls for a fundamental reorganisation of human systems to align with Earth’s Gaia system. In #EFMDGlobalFocus, researcher Peter Horton explains how the initiative aims to foster a “human renaissance” in harmony with the planet’s operating principles.

🏗️ An unprecedented building boom has replaced concerns about #AI infrastructure overspending. As reported in the @financialtimes.com, despite risks, Big Tech firms are now pouring billions into data centres, reshaping design approaches, cooling systems, and energy requirements.

📉Fear of failure is increasingly deterring potential entrepreneurs worldwide, according to the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor 2024/2025 Report. In #EFMDGlobalFocus, the authors explain why supporting risk-taking is essential for innovation and job creation.

🎊 Discover more about the programmes at Hochschule Osnabrück, UNE Business School, the Indian Institute of Management Jammu, and La Salle-URL, which recently achieved new EFMD Programme Accreditation.

🎙️Meet Alejandro Serrano and Philip Moscoso from @iese.bsky.social, winners in the “Bringing Technology to Market” category. 🙏Thank you, Vicky Lester and The Case Centre, for your continued support!