XLRI – Xavier School of Management, in India has been re-accredited by the prestigious Association of MBAs (AMBA) affirming its position in the top 2% of Business Schools globally with AMBA re-accreditation.
The three flagship programmes of XLRI the PGDM (BM), the PGDM (HRM), as well as the Executive PGDM (General), have been re-accredited by AMBA.
Upon receiving AMBA accreditation, all current students and alumni of XLRI – Xavier School of Management will get the opportunity to join AMBA’s global member community of more than 55,000 students and alumni in more than 150 countries, which brings Business School leaders from all over the world together and exchange insights, attend sessions relevant to business, leadership, and access to the latest research along with networking opportunities.
Accreditation from AMBA represents the highest standard of achievement in postgraduate business education. Its rigorous assessment criteria ensure that only the highest-calibre programmes which demonstrate the best standards in teaching, curriculum, and student interaction achieves AMBA accreditation.
Andrew Main Wilson, Chief Executive of the Association of MBAs (AMBA) and Business Graduates Association (BGA) said: ‘XLRI is a very prestigious Business School and one which is recognised globally for its quality. I am delighted that the School has achieved re-accreditation and look forward to working with the School in the future.’
Fr. P. Christie S.J., Director, XLRI- Xavier School of Management, added: ‘We are delighted that our institution has been awarded re-accreditation by AMBA’s International Accreditation Advisory Board. AMBA accreditation is international in scope and reach. AMBA works under the belief that accredited programmes should be of the highest standard and reflect changing trends and innovation in postgraduate management education. Its accreditation process reflects this commitment to fostering innovation and demanding Business Schools to perform at the highest level continually and is earned only by the best programmes. XLRI, with its singular philosophy of Magis, i.e., the pursuit of excellence in all endeavours, has continually focused on three interrelated areas: academic excellence, personal values, and societal concern. Our flagship PGDM programmes are regularly revised to enable students to meet the business world’s transformational business challenges and expectations.
‘This year, the XLRI family got enlarged by establishing the new XLRI campus in the Delhi-NCR region This re-accreditation will further enhance the credibility of the management programmes offered by XLRI to prospective Indian and international students, ensuring them the finest business education available, which will impact their careers. It will also help recruiters acquire the top talent, and future business leaders know that our graduates have received the highest quality and the most relevant management education. Our institution has spared no effort to make our curriculum world-class and deliver it most effectively. This achievement is the result of continuous hard work and support by our faculty members, employees, students, and alumni, and we worked as a singular body with a sense of purpose for the greater common good of the society at large.’
For more information or interviews, please contact:
- David Woods-Hale, Director of Marketing and Communications, AMBA & BGA – d.woods@associationofmbas.com
- Ellen Buchan, Insight and Communications Executive, AMBA & BGA – e.buchan@associationofmbas.com
About XLRI:
XLRI-Xavier School of Management, Jamshedpur, is a premier, private management institute in India founded in 1949 by Fr Quinn Enright, S.J. in the ‘steel city’ of Jamshedpur (www.xlri.ac.in).
Over the past six decades, the institute has grown into a top-ranking business management school of International repute with an extensive portfolio of management programmes and research publications. Its alumni are spread around the globe and have demonstrated responsible business leadership in their organizations. XLRI continually strives to contribute its mite to the professional growth and management of numerous organizations and institutions across industry sectors. XLRI has earned two prestigious International Accreditations, viz., AACSB – The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business and AMBA – Association of MBAs. XLRI has also earned the National Board of Accreditation (NBA) accreditation.
Find a list of all AMBA accredited Schools here.
About AMBA & BGA
Spearheading excellence and trailblazing innovation, for more than 50 years the Association of MBAs (AMBA) has been the impartial authority on post-graduate management education. AMBA established that vision in 1967 and, in a volatile, uncertain world, it’s as relevant today as it was then. We are committed to raising the profile and quality standards of business education internationally, for the benefit of Business Schools, students and alumni, employers, communities and society.
- Our accreditation service is the global standard for all MBA, DBA and master’s degrees, currently accrediting programmes from the top 2% of Business Schools in more than 75 countries.
- Our Research and Insight Centre produces a rich body of reports exploring global trends in the business education sector. This drives our global thought leadership and public affairs campaigns.
- We are the only professional membership association that connects MBA students and graduates, accredited Business Schools and MBA employers throughout the world.
- Through our members, AMBA is building an international force for good, championing best practice, responsible management and sustainability. Membership to AMBA means being part of an international community of peers with access to business strategy thought leadership, career advice and knowledge, and an MBA jobs portal.
- Our multi-award-winning events offer networking opportunities online and in person across all continents in association with international corporate partners and thought leaders exclusively for our members and accredited Business Schools.
The Business Graduates Association (BGA) is an international membership and accreditation body of world-leading and high-potential Business Schools that share a commitment for responsible management practices and lifelong learning, and that are looking to provide a positive impact on their students, communities and the economy as a whole. We offer:
- Quality assurance services to Business Schools and similar institutions, aimed at continuous improvement and positive impact to increase a Business School’s credibility and influence.
- Consultation and mentorship services to Business Schools to improve their marketing and admissions, programme design, alumni interaction, teaching methods, and career development services.
- Award-winning international events for Business School professionals, focused on continuous learning.
- Student and graduate membership, which includes social networking events worldwide, professional development tools, a Career Development Centre, and much more.
- Leading and award-winning content on responsible management, professional and personal growth, and influence via the Business Impact content hub.
