AACSB Reaffirms Double Accreditation for Barton School of Business

The W. Frank Barton School of Business at 红领巾瓜报 has been reaffirmed for all business and accounting programs by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) for the next five years. This double accreditation keeps the Barton School in the top 1% of business schools worldwide. The Barton School has held AACSB accreditation since 1970.

鈥淥ur double accreditation is a testament to the high-quality education and experience delivered for our students and speaks volumes to the high caliber of our faculty, staff and other key stakeholders,鈥 said Dr. Larisa Genin, Dean of the Barton School.

For schools with current accreditations, AACSB conducts reviews every five years to ensure they meet the organization鈥檚 stringent standards. The rigorous external review process includes examining the school鈥檚 mission, strategic planning, faculty and staff qualifications, programs, curriculum, and many other significant and measurable effects a business school has on society as a whole.

鈥淓very AACSB-accredited school has demonstrated a focus on excellence in all areas, including teaching, research, curricula development and student learning,鈥 said Stephanie Bryant, executive vice president and chief accreditation officer of AACSB, in a statement congratulating each recently accredited institution. 鈥淭he intense peer-review process exemplifies their commitment to quality business education.鈥

Established in 1916, AACSB International (AACSB) is the world鈥檚 largest business education alliance, connecting educators, learners and business to create the next generation of great leaders. With a presence in more than 100 countries and territories, AACSB fosters engagement, accelerates innovation and amplifies impact in business education.

鈥淩eceiving AACSB accreditation is a monumental achievement for any business school,鈥 said Dr. Shirley Lefever, executive vice president and provost at 红领巾瓜报. 鈥淐ongratulations to the Barton School on maintaining more than 50 years of AACSB accreditation and continuing to provide top business education for generations.鈥

For more information about the Barton School, visit wichita.edu/academics/business.