Goa Institute of Management get AACSB Accreditation; Joins Top 6% Business Schools Worldwide

During its AACSB evaluation, GIM successfully demonstrated its alignment with AACSB’s global standards through rigorous curriculum design, innovative research, faculty excellence, and measurable student outcomes.

Goa Institute of Management (GIM) has been granted AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) accreditation. With AACSB accreditation GIM has joined world’s top 6% business schools, recognised for excellence in management education.

As per a statement from the institute, while validating GIM’s academic and research excellence, AACSB accreditation will enhance its international collaborations, student and faculty exchange opportunities, and engagement with leading global institutions.

AACSB accreditation is a hallmark of academic excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. It evaluates Institutions on criteria spanning teaching quality, faculty qualifications, research impact, and student learning outcomes.

Prof. Ajit Parulekar, Director, GIM, said, “Achieving AACSB accreditation is a major milestone for GIM. This event moves us closer to being a global leader in management education. It confirms the strong commitment of our faculty, students, alumni, and staff. The accreditation proves GIM focuses on great academic quality. We also maintain strong research and ties to the business community. This honor places GIM with the world's leading business schools. We work constantly to improve our standards and impact. Our mission is to shape responsible leaders who can drive meaningful change.”

During its AACSB evaluation, GIM successfully demonstrated its alignment with AACSB’s global standards through rigorous curriculum design, innovative research, faculty excellence, and measurable student outcomes. The final phase of assessment included an on-campus review conducted by deans and senior representatives from leading international business schools.