The UCCS College of Business maintained its business accreditation by AACSB International following a rigorous review of the college\u2019s courses, faculty qualifications and strategic plans.<\/p>\n
The continued accreditation is an indication of the high-quality of the programs offered at UCCS and of those who teach them, according to UCCS and AACSB leaders.<\/p>\n
The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, founded in 1916, is the longest serving global accrediting body for business schools that offer undergraduate, master\u2019s and doctoral degrees in business and accounting. Only 593 schools of business, or less than 5 percent worldwide, have earned this distinguished hallmark of excellence in management education. To maintain accreditation a business program must undergo a rigorous internal review every five years and demonstrate continued commitment to 21 quality standards relating to faculty qualification, strategic management of resources, interactions of faculty and students, as well as a commitment to continuous improvement and achievement of learning goals in degree programs. For information on the global distribution of accredited programs, visit http:\/\/www.aacsb.edu\/accreditation\/accreditedmembers.asp.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt takes a great deal of self-evaluation and determination to earn and maintain AACSB accreditation,\u201d said Jerry Trapnell, chief accreditation officer of AACSB International. \u201cSchools not only must meet specific standards of excellence, but their deans, faculty, and staff must make a commitment to ongoing improvement to ensure continued delivery of high-quality education to students.\u201d<\/p>\n
Venkat Reddy, dean, College of Business, is pleased the college continues to be among the most distinguished business schools in the world. \u201cWe are in the business of building successful futures,\u201d he said. \u201cMaintenance of our AACSB accreditation is critical to that vision. This recognition honors the quality of our faculty, staff, students, alumni and our community.\u201d<\/p>\n
UCCS Chancellor Pam Shockley-Zalabak complimented the College of Business faculty and staff for their efforts leading to continued accreditation.<\/p>\n
\u201cAccreditation is recognition of the dedication of many over a period of years,\u201d Shockley-Zalabak said. \u201cI am appreciative of the continued efforts to improve the quality of offerings and to create an exceptional learning environment shown by the faculty and staff of the College of Business.\u201d<\/p>\n
The UCCS College of Business was established in 1965 and has more than 1,300 undergraduates and 450 MBA and Distance MBA students. The College of Business and Administration awards the Bachelor of Science in Business and Bachelor of Innovation degrees. The Graduate School of Business Administration awards the Master of Business Administration degree. More than 7,300 alumni of the College of Business live and work around the world.<\/p>\n
With an annual budget of about $6 million, the college augments such traditional degree programs as accounting, finance, marketing, and management with niche programs. Its distance MBA, PGA Golf Management, Sport Management, and Bachelor of Innovation programs help fill unusual market needs and provide students with the education necessary to compete in a tough job market.<\/p>\n
The UCCS College of Business achievement will be recognized April 18 at the 2010 AACSB International Conference and Annual Meeting in Anaheim, Calif.<\/p>\n
To learn more about UCCS College of Business visit www.uccs.edu\/~business\/. For more information about AACSB International accreditation, visit: http:\/\/www.aacsb.edu\/accreditation\/.<\/p>\n
The University of Colorado at Colorado Springs, located on Austin Bluffs Parkway in Colorado Springs, is one of the fastest growing universities in the nation. The University offers 34 bachelor’s degrees, 19 master’s and five doctoral degrees. The campus enrolls about 8,500 students annually.<\/p>\n
About AACSB International<\/p>\n
AACSB International (The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business), founded in 1916, is a membership association of almost 1,200 educational institutions, businesses and other organizations in 74 countries and territories. AACSB’s mission is to advance quality management education worldwide through accreditation and thought leadership. AACSB accreditation is the mark of quality distinction most widely sought after by business schools \u2014 less than 5% worldwide have earned the achievement. As the premier membership and accreditation body for institutions offering undergraduate, master’s and doctorate degrees in business and accounting, the association also conducts a wide array of conferences and seminar programs at locations throughout the world. AACSB’s global headquarters is located in Tampa, Florida, USA and its Asia headquarters is located in Singapore.<\/p>\n
For more information, please visit www.aacsb.edu<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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