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Begin your day by networking over coffee. This is an excellent opportunity to reconnect with colleagues, make new connections, and discuss the sessions ahead.

Connect with peers, meet exhibitors, and explore fresh ideas in the Exhibitor Showcase, a space designed to help you build relationships, discover new solutions, and make the most of your time at the conference.

Join us for a session focused on the redesigned my³ÉÈ˶¯ÂþÔÚÏß¹Û¿´ platform. This interactive session will give participants the chance to explore new features, ask questions, and share feedback directly with AACSB staff.

Join peers with shared interests or roles to exchange insights, challenges, and best practices.

Across ³ÉÈ˶¯ÂþÔÚÏß¹Û¿´ education, change is no longer a choice—it’s a constant. From emerging technologies and evolving learner expectations to shifting global and societal needs, ³ÉÈ˶¯ÂþÔÚÏß¹Û¿´ schools are being called to innovate like never before. This keynote invites participants to reimagine how progress happens—how fresh ideas, collaboration, and courage can turn today’s challenges into tomorrow’s breakthroughs. Through compelling stories and real-world insights, attendees will explore new ways to spark creativity, inspire others, and build momentum for meaningful transformation within their institutions and beyond.

Make the most of your networking break by connecting with peers in a way that’s most relevant to you! Dedicated tables will be set up to help you engage in meaningful discussions. Connect with colleagues from institutions similar to yours — large or small, public or private, research-intensive or teaching-focused, urban or rural. Exchange best practices, explore common challenges, and build valuable connections in an informal setting.

Enjoy coffee and refreshments while connecting with colleagues and peers. Take this opportunity to visit the Exhibitor Showcase and discover new ideas and partnerships. Be sure to stop by the Discover AACSB area to explore our full range of offerings – from the Academy to technology, data, and other valuable resources designed to support your institution’s success.

As AI reshapes the future of work, ³ÉÈ˶¯ÂþÔÚÏß¹Û¿´ schools are rethinking how to prepare students for an increasingly digital world. This session explores practical approaches to embedding AI across the curriculum—integrating it into disciplines from marketing to management—while supporting faculty, ensuring ethical use, and aligning with institutional goals for innovation and impact.

This session clarifies AACSB’s faculty qualification standards and offers practical examples of how schools classify and develop faculty across categories. Participants will explore sample criteria, faculty profiles, and strategies to align faculty portfolios with their school’s mission and accreditation expectations.

Connect with peers, meet exhibitors, and explore fresh ideas in the Exhibitor Showcase, a space designed to help you build relationships, discover new solutions, and make the most of your time at the conference.

In January 2026, AACSB will release an exposure draft of the proposed accreditation standards designed to guide ³ÉÈ˶¯ÂþÔÚÏß¹Û¿´ education into the next decade. This session will provide participants with an overview of the draft, highlight the major areas of change, and explain the intent behind the revisions. Attendees will have the opportunity to provide feedback and learn how to prepare their schools for potential impacts on accreditation expectations. The session offers an opportunity to understand the direction of AACSB’s evolving standards and contribute to shaping the future of ³ÉÈ˶¯ÂþÔÚÏß¹Û¿´ education.

Make the most of your networking break by connecting with peers in a way that’s most relevant to you! Dedicated tables will be set up to help you engage in meaningful discussions. Connect with colleagues from institutions similar to yours — large or small, public or private, research-intensive or teaching-focused, urban or rural. Exchange best practices, explore common challenges, and build valuable connections in an informal setting.

Enjoy coffee and refreshments while connecting with colleagues and peers. Take this opportunity to visit the Exhibitor Showcase and discover new ideas and partnerships. Be sure to stop by the Discover AACSB area to explore our full range of offerings – from the Academy to technology, data, and other valuable resources designed to support your institution’s success.

Business schools face mounting financial pressures that demand innovative, resilient strategies. This session explores practical approaches to strengthening donor engagement and aligning fundraising with mission, while also highlighting new revenue opportunities such as executive education, corporate partnerships, digital programs, and entrepreneurial ventures to ensure long-term sustainability and impact.

This session explores how ³ÉÈ˶¯ÂþÔÚÏß¹Û¿´ schools can embed risk analysis into strategic planning to strengthen mission alignment and sustainability. Featuring sample risk registers, ownership models, and mitigation triggers, participants will gain practical tools to identify, assess, and manage risks as part of an integrated planning process.

As the role of ³ÉÈ˶¯ÂþÔÚÏß¹Û¿´ schools evolves, faculty collaboration is increasingly vital for producing research with meaningful impact. This session will explore innovative faculty models that foster interdisciplinary partnerships, strengthen industry connections, and enhance research relevance for ³ÉÈ˶¯ÂþÔÚÏß¹Û¿´ and society. Participants will gain insights into structures and practices that encourage collaboration, amplify visibility, and position faculty scholarship to influence both academia and the broader community.

This session explores how to design and sustain Assurance of Learning (AoL) systems that go beyond compliance to truly enhance student success. Participants will learn practical strategies for closing the loop on learning goals, engaging faculty in the process, and using assessment data to drive meaningful curricular improvement.

Relax and enjoy the company of your colleagues. This reception is the perfect opportunity to unwind and continue the day’s discussions in a more informal setting.

Begin the final day with networking over breakfast. Reflect on the insights gained and prepare for the final sessions

Make the most of your networking break by connecting with peers in a way that’s most relevant to you! Dedicated tables will be set up to help you engage in meaningful discussions. Connect with colleagues from institutions similar to yours — large or small, public or private, research-intensive or teaching-focused, urban or rural. Exchange best practices, explore common challenges, and build valuable connections in an informal setting.

Connect with peers, meet exhibitors, and explore fresh ideas in the Exhibitor Showcase, a space designed to help you build relationships, discover new solutions, and make the most of your time at the conference.

Stay up to date on the latest accreditation trends and get answers to your key questions. This interactive session offers practical guidance for schools preparing for Initial and Continuous Improvement Review (CIR) visits. Attendees will gain valuable insights, share experiences, and connect directly with AACSB accreditation experts to strengthen their school’s continuous improvement journey.

Join peers with shared interests or roles to exchange insights, challenges, and best practices.

Creativity is now a strategic advantage—and a key to thriving in the future of work. In this panel session, industry leaders will share how creativity fuels innovation, adaptability, and culture. Participants will explore how ³ÉÈ˶¯ÂþÔÚÏß¹Û¿´ schools can embed these lessons into teaching and strategy to prepare graduates for success in an ever-evolving workplace.

Make the most of your networking break by connecting with peers in a way that’s most relevant to you! Dedicated tables will be set up to help you engage in meaningful discussions. Connect with colleagues from institutions similar to yours — large or small, public or private, research-intensive or teaching-focused, urban or rural. Exchange best practices, explore common challenges, and build valuable connections in an informal setting.

Enjoy coffee and refreshments while connecting with colleagues and peers. Take this opportunity to visit the Exhibitor Showcase and discover new ideas and partnerships. Be sure to stop by the Discover AACSB area to explore our full range of offerings – from the Academy to technology, data, and other valuable resources designed to support your institution’s success.

As agentic AI tools become active collaborators in the learning process, educators face new opportunities—and challenges—in how teaching and learning take shape. This session explores the transformative impact of AI that can reason, plan, and act autonomously, and discusses how ³ÉÈ˶¯ÂþÔÚÏß¹Û¿´ schools can harness these technologies to enhance creativity, critical thinking, and personalized learning.

AACSB accreditation is often surrounded by misconceptions that can create unnecessary challenges—or missed opportunities—for ³ÉÈ˶¯ÂþÔÚÏß¹Û¿´ schools. In this interactive panel, Stephanie Bryant, Executive Vice President and Chief ³ÉÈ˶¯ÂþÔÚÏß¹Û¿´ Officer at AACSB, leads a discussion that debunks the top ten myths about accreditation. Participants will gain clarity on what the standards truly require and leave with practical insights to approach the process with confidence and focus.

Connect with peers, meet exhibitors, and explore fresh ideas in the Exhibitor Showcase, a space designed to help you build relationships, discover new solutions, and make the most of your time at the conference.

Shifts in the U.S. policy environment are reshaping how ³ÉÈ˶¯ÂþÔÚÏß¹Û¿´ schools plan, fund, and deliver education. From federal financial aid changes and accreditation updates to state-level pressures and accountability measures, institutions must adapt to evolving expectations from policymakers and the public. This session will provide an overview of the current higher education policy landscape, with particular attention to the recent changes in Graduate PLUS loans and their implications for graduate ³ÉÈ˶¯ÂþÔÚÏß¹Û¿´ programs. Participants will gain insight into the broader regulatory and funding context, explore how schools can proactively respond to policy shifts, and identify strategies to advocate effectively for the role of ³ÉÈ˶¯ÂþÔÚÏß¹Û¿´ education in advancing economic and societal impact.

Make the most of your networking break by connecting with peers in a way that’s most relevant to you! Dedicated tables will be set up to help you engage in meaningful discussions. Connect with colleagues from institutions similar to yours — large or small, public or private, research-intensive or teaching-focused, urban or rural. Exchange best practices, explore common challenges, and build valuable connections in an informal setting.

Enjoy coffee and refreshments while connecting with colleagues and peers. Take this opportunity to visit the Exhibitor Showcase and discover new ideas and partnerships. Be sure to stop by the Discover AACSB area to explore our full range of offerings – from the Academy to technology, data, and other valuable resources designed to support your institution’s success.

Building on the themes of AACSB’s Research Impact framework, this session explores how ³ÉÈ˶¯ÂþÔÚÏß¹Û¿´ schools across the Americas are demonstrating that their research makes a meaningful difference—beyond publications and rankings. Featuring examples from institutions in the region, panelists will discuss how they define, measure, and communicate research impact in ways that resonate with ³ÉÈ˶¯ÂþÔÚÏß¹Û¿´, policy, and society. Participants will gain practical strategies for integrating impact into their research culture, strengthening institutional narratives, and positioning their schools as drivers of innovation and positive change throughout the Americas.

This session explores holistic strategies for strengthening enrollment and retention—from data-driven recruitment to proactive student support. Presenters will share practical approaches for identifying and assisting at-risk learners through early alerts, advising models, inclusive pedagogy, and effective use of progression data to drive student success from entry to graduation.