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Business school offers the chance to dream of solutions to solve some of society’s biggest challenges. Discover how it has helped entrepreneurs like Jarrad and Daniel in this film produced for us by BBC StoryWorks. 🧑💼🎥 #LetsLeadBoldly This brand new short film features University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business and Imperial College Business School. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eJhu88r5

🌐💡What a special, one-day event focused on AI Strategies for Business Schools in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia! 🚀✨ From integrating GenAI into your curriculum to exploring AI-driven assessment methods, this event provided hands-on experiences and actionable insights. Some key highlights: 💡 Kicking off the day, Geoff Perry from #AACSB set the stage by discussing the rapid evolution of generative AI and its impact on business schools. 🛠️Mary-Anne Williams AAAI (Fellow) FTSE FACS and Minnie Singh-Murphy BCom(Hon), MBA, CA from UNSW Business School, and Chen Chow Yeoh from Fave explored how AI transforms education by focusing on innovation, real-world applications, and integrating AI-driven strategies into curriculum design to better equip graduates for future challenges. 🧠 Erika Fille Legara, of Asian Institute of Management led a workshop on AI-Powered Productivity, sharing hands-on strategies to integrate AI tools in teaching and administration for improved productivity. She noted: "Once you're immersed, you'll know that AI is not going to replace you. In fact, it will augment your work—but those who refuse to use it may be left behind.” 🤖 Veijo Kyosti, of Cesim Business Simulations showcased how Generative AI enhances experiential learning, using simulations to boost decision-making and analytical skills.    ♻️ Bobby Varanasi, COP of Malaysia Australia Business Council (MABC), discussed the need for responsible AI in education, urging educators to view AI as a supportive tool and prioritize long-term accountability in order to prepare leaders for global challenges like cybersecurity and climate change. 🚀 Kai-Lung Hui from HKUST Business School shared strategies for integrating AI into business school curricula, emphasizing interdisciplinary courses and flexible learning to prepare students for industry demands while fostering AI literacy, critical thinking, and ethics. Thank you to all who participated. See you at our next event! 🤝

The 2024 Asia Pacific Annual Conference in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia concluded with a final day rich in insights and impactful discussions🌎👏 🎓 Dr. Gunjan Mohan Sharma and Priya Sharma, Ph.D, CLP shared approaches for transforming business education through curriculum innovations that emphasize ethical leadership, experiential learning, and a sustainability mindset, preparing graduates to tackle complex social and environmental challenges. 💼 Dr. Fung Chorng Yuan, Reena Talla, and Dr. Tooba M. discussed the Asia Pacific job market’s shift toward adaptability, interdisciplinary skills, and lifelong learning, highlighting curriculum updates, industry collaboration, and micro-credentials as essential for future-ready graduates. 🌎 With 280+ attendees from 20+ countries, the Asia Pacific Annual Conference brought together dynamic discussions on fostering entrepreneurial mindsets, agile strategic planning, and impactful business-school partnerships. 📈 Reflecting on this year’s event, we are inspired by the region’s growth, strong network, and flourishing partnerships—united to transform business education for positive societal impact. Thank you to all who joined us! 🤝 #AACSB

When we connect to others within an ecosystem, our successes multiply and there’s no limit to what we can accomplish. 🎥 Featuring Shawn Achor.

🌅 Day 2 Highlights from the Asia Pacific Annual Conference in Kuala Lumpur! Today’s sessions delivered valuable insights for business school leaders: 💡 In the keynote, Aaron Sarma of ScaleUp Malaysia and Geoff Perry of #AACSB discussed nurturing an entrepreneurial mindset. Aaron emphasized resilience and adaptability, saying, “The entrepreneurial mindset is about the ability to pivot and persevere… Everybody has a plan until they come face-to-face with reality.” 📈 Yusniza Kamarulzaman from University of Malaya and Abu Bakar Hassan from Othman Yeop Abdullah Graduate School of Business shared practical agile strategic planning methods, including aligning curriculum with industry, data-driven decision-making, and interactive learning. 🎯 Sangeetha Watson from AVPN and Steve Loh from Singapore Management University focused on partnerships, embedding social responsibility in business strategy, measuring outcomes, and engaging students in real-world projects for sustainable change in the Asia Pacific. 🤝 Amy Memon and Geoff Perry presented #AACSB ’s latest membership enhancements, featuring new resources, the Exchange platform updates, and more engagement opportunities. 👍 Bushra Naqvi from Suleman Dawood School of Business introduced a Credit Unit (CU) system to value faculty contributions in teaching, research, and service, promoting flexibility, transparency, and engagement. See you tomorrow! 🌟 

🌐💻 As new technologies reshape the landscape of education delivery, schools are increasingly adopting innovative digital solutions to engage with students. 👩🎓👨🎓 In response, AACSB has been continuously evolving its data collection on delivery methods to stay aligned with these industry changes. 🔄💡Since 2020–21, AACSB has adapted its approach to reflect emerging trends in education delivery. Tracking these shifts in the coming years will provide valuable insights into how schools’ delivery preferences continue to evolve. 📖 Read the report today! https://lnkd.in/gzW33MFR #EdTech #EducationInnovation #DigitalLearning #FutureOfEducation #AACSB #LearningTrends #HigherEd #DataDriven #EducationDelivery #ProgramDelivery #EdTechTrends #AcademicExcellence #LearningEvolution #EducationInsights #DigitalTransformation #HigherEducationTrends

🌟 Day 1 of the Asia Pacific Annual Conference has officially kicked off in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia! 🌏 🤖 The day began with the Marketing and Communications Affinity Group Meeting on “Unleashing the Power of AI in Branding a Business School.” Led by Debdutta Choudhury, Associate Professor at Woxsen University, this session examined how AI-driven insights are transforming branding strategies and enhancing personalization. 💼 We enjoyed an inspiring Welcome and Keynote Session by Aliza Knox, author of "Don't Quit Your Day Job: The 6 Mindshifts You Need to Rise and Thrive at Work." Aliza emphasized key perspectives for advancing one’s career while finding personal fulfillment, sharing stories that highlight the importance of adaptability, resilience, and embracing serendipity. Looking forward to more insights and connections over the next few days here in Kuala Lumpur! #AACSB 

🎉✨ A heartfelt thank you to our incredible sponsors for the 2024 Asia Pacific Annual Conference! 🙏 Your generous support is vital in creating a dynamic and enriching experience for our members. Thanks to you, we can facilitate engaging discussions, networking opportunities, and innovative workshops that empower our community. Together, we’re fostering growth and excellence in business education! Thank you to: 💫 Graduate Management Admission Council™ (GMAC™) 💫 Othman Yeop Abdullah Graduate School of Business (Universiti Utara Malaysia) 💫 Wharton Research Data Services (WRDS) (The Wharton School)

In the Sustainable Futures course at emlyon business school, students work with live organizations to envision the paths that might lie ahead. By Claire Ciampi, Professor of Management Control, emlyon business school; Dr. Lisa XIONG, Professor of Strategy, emlyon business school; Thomas Gauthier, Professor of Strategy and Associate Dean for Pedagogy in the Anthropocene, and Sustainable Futures course director, emlyon business school.

Academic leaders need a better understanding of how partnerships with business benefit their institutions—and society. By David Bamford, Professor of Operations Management, Manchester Metropolitan University Business School