How To Get Accreditation For A Business Degree

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1 Letter of Application for Initial Accreditation Toruń, 29 July, 2014 Christine Clements Initial Accreditation Committee AACSB International 777 S. Harbour Island Blvd., Suite 750 Tampa, FL USA Dear Chair Clements: By means of this letter, the Faculty of Economic Sciences and, Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń, Poland is applying for AACSB International initial business accreditation for our undergraduate, master s and doctoral degree programs. We respectfully request a review in May Since our school s Self-Evaluation Report (SER) is due 4-5 months prior to the visit, we will submit the SER by the fifteenth of December Attached are: 1. The list of the degree programs that we offer. 2. The list of degree programs that have been approved for exclusion from review. 3. The list of our Comparison Groups, including Comparable Peers, Competitive Group and Aspirant Group. Sincerely, Prof. dr hab. Andrzej Tretyn, NCU Rector Prof. dr hab. Andrzej Sokala, Vice-Rector for Student Affairs and Staff Prof. dr hab. Józef Stawicki, FESM Dean

2 The Peer Review Team provides the closest interaction between the applicants and AACSB International accreditation. It has the primary responsibility for the accreditation recommendation and must exercise judgment about the quality of the applicants seeking initial accreditation. Typically, a Peer Review Team for Business Accreditation consists of three members, of whom at least two are deans of the AACSB International Accreditation Council (comprised of all AACSB accredited member institutions). It is recommended that the persons nominated have experience at schools that you would consider among your peers in regards to mission, institution size, degree programs, annual budget, etc. Furthermore, in the interest of avoiding a potential conflict of interest, it is also recommended that nominees not: 1) be employed in the competitive proximity, the same system or the same region as your institution; 2) have been appointees of, employees of, or private consultants to your institution within the past ten years; 3) have graduated from your institution within the past ten years; or 4) have a strong association with your institution. Instructions for use of this form: Save to local hard drive; type and press TAB key to move from field to field; save and as an attachment to InitAC@aacsb.edu. See AACSB International Membership Directory for deans names. Institution: FESM, NCU in Toruń, Poland Date Range for Review Team Visit: Degree Levels: Standards: (January 15 March 15, 20 ) Undergraduate 2013 (May 15 July 15, 2015) Masters (September 15 November 15, 20 ) Doctoral Nominations for Business Team Members (submit a minimum of 10 names among the first two categories) Name Institutional Affiliation Chair/Advisor (Must be a dean) (AACSB International Accredited Institution) 1. Solomon Norm Fairfield University, Charles F. Dolan School of Business 2. Hoadley Diane University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, College of Business 3. Gary Giamartino La Salle University, Business School Team Members (Two members will be chosen) (AACSB International Accredited Institution) 1. Lindstrom Peter University of St. Gallen, Center for Quality Development 2. Robert Scherer University of Dallas, Satish & Yasmin Gupta College of Business 3. Elam Joyce Florida International University 4. Knudsen Kjell R. University of Minnesota, Duluth Labovitz School of Business and 5. Gasparri Andrea SDA Bocconi, SDA Bocconi School of 6. Clements Christine University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, College of Business and 7. Gonzalo Garland Instituto de Empresa, (IE) Business School 8. Frank Bostyn NEOMA Business School Corporate Member (Optional)* (Please provide contact information) * In some instances, it is useful for the team to also incorporate a corporate member (CEO) from the school's region. This person would contribute knowledge of the region's institutional structure, educational system, business practices, language, etc.

3 The list of the degree programs that we offer (in the academic year 2014/2015) Undergraduate Programs Degree program Full-time studies Part-time studies Finance and Accountancy Mathematics and * and Finance** * Mathematics and two-discipline studies conducted by FESM within its program. ** and Finance this program is offered from the academic year 2014/2015. The following three concentrations are available within this degree program: Business manager concentration Investment projects manager concentration Finance and accounting manager concentration At present the admission process is in progress, therefore, we are not yet able to say whether this program will be started. Graduate Programs Degree program Full-time studies Part-time studies Finance and Accountancy Doctoral Programs Degree program Full-time studies Part-time studies Finance* ** Finance this program is offered from the academic year 2014/2015. The list of degree programs that have been approved for exclusion from review The Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) Program was realized by a unit located at the Faculty of Economic Sciences and of Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń, however, it was autonomous and run in co-operation with Dominican University, Brennan School of Business, located in River Forest, Illinois, USA. The last classes within this program were held in the academic year The Faculty of Economic Sciences and considers finding in the future another partner school in Europe to run a cooperative MBA program.

4 Degree programs conducted by FESM in the academic year 2013/2014 ECONOMICS MANAGEMENT FINANCE AND TWO-DISCIPLINE ACCOUNTANCY STUDIES UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES CONCENTRATIONS: CONCENTRATIONS: CONCENTRATIONS: Quantitative Information Technology Finance and Banking Mathematics and Managerial Investment Accountancy Administration and * International Marketing Organization Personnel GRADUATE STUDIES SPECIALISATIONS: GRADUATE STUDIES SPECIALISATIONS: GRADUATE STUDIES SPECIALISATIONS: Managerial Human Resources Financial Advising and Corporate Finance Economic Analysis Marketing Banking and Insurance of the Public Sector Logistics of Economic Financial Engineering Processes Investment and Real Estate Business Tourism and Sports Information Technology in Entrepreneurship and of SMEs Business Units Accounting Accounting and Financial Audit DOCTORAL STUDIES Doctoral Studies in DOCTORAL STUDIES Doctoral Studies in *Administration and two-discipline studies conducted by FESM within its program. This program is not offered any more.

5 The list of our Comparison Groups including Comparable Peers, Competitive Group and Aspirant Group Comparable Peers No. School Mission statement and website 1 Johann Wolfgang Goethe- Universitaet Frankfurt am Main, Faculty of and Business Administration (Germany) To provide highest quality university education and research in economics and business administration. To prepare our undergraduate and graduate students to become business effective, socially responsible leaders and managers in today's competitive and rapidly changing global economic and business environment. To make substantial contributions to business and the economy in an informationdriven society through research, training and advice. 2 i'an Jiaotong University, School of (China) Through advancing and disseminating business and management knowledge, we are committed to developing innovative, principled, and outstanding managerial talents and leaders with global perspective for China and the world. 3 Pennsylvania State University, Mary Jean and Frank P. Smeal College of Business Administration (United States) We are dedicated to producing well-rounded, highly employable students while also producing impactful research in both traditional and interdisciplinary areas of strength. Our college is a destination of choice for top global organizations seeking talent and thought leadership that will make a positive difference. Core Values o Integrity: Smeal is committed to an Honor Code and aspires to cultivate ethical leadership by challenging members of the community to strive for greatness through fair and ethical means. o Diversity Enhancement: Strategically focused on embracing unique ideas and strengthening connections, Smeal is continuously building a culture that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes diversity. o Sustainability: Smeal has been the leader among academic units at Penn State in developing its approach to sustainability, from operations to education and research. The Penn State Smeal MBA Program develops great leaders who are knowledgeable in their field, act with integrity, have an ethic of teamwork, and are enthusiastic members of the Penn State community. We create a diverse learning community and leverage the resources of Penn State to provide a highly personalized learning experience. 4 Simon Fraser University, Beedie School of Business (Canada) By creating and communicating powerful ideas, we educate and inspire the founders, leaders and managers of organizations that are internationally competitive, locally responsive, and sustainable.

6 5 6 Purdue University, School of and Krannert Graduate School of (United States) University of Glasgow, Adam Smith Business School (United Kingdom) The Krannert School will educate business leaders, increase the body of knowledge in the various areas of management and economics, and provide outreach activities to the various stakeholders of the School. To undertake research and teaching of international standing that encourages staff and students to engage critically with practice and policy and deploy their professional skills to socio-economic benefit. 7 Universiteit Antwerpen Faculty of Applied (Belgium) Mission: shaping diamonds We shape new generations of competent graduates and academics developing into critical-thinking researchers, executives, entrepreneurs and policy makers, with an independent mind, ethical awareness and global mindset. We provide high-quality academic education and scientific research in management and economics, with a focus on sustainability and internationalization. We offer student-centered and competence-based education, from Bachelor to PhD, allowing students to develop their analytical and autonomous problem-solving skills. We contribute to knowledge development by fostering fundamental as well as applied scientific research, with a strong link to the organizational world and to society. Research results are integrated into the course content, giving students insight into the latest evolutions in the field. Our research community also disseminates their expertise to the business community and policy makers, leading to a societal impact. 8 Universitaet Mannheim The Business School of the University of Mannheim (Germany) Looking back at more than 100 years of experience in research and education in Business, the Business School of the University of Mannheim has committed itself to the following Mission: Faculty & Research As research-focused institution, we are dedicated to produce innovative, internationally visible research with the highest possible impact on scholarship, education, and practice. Education & Students As full service provider offering the full spectrum of demanding programs (B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D., MBA, EMBA, and Executive Education), we prepare our students for careers in business and academia, providing them with knowledge and skills. We expose them to intellectual and personal challenges in order to foster their mature and independent personalities. Academic & Corporate World As member of a profiled network of academic institutions and corporate partners, we enrich our research and teaching through close interaction between theory and practice, and thus ensure the relevance for business and society. In all three fields above, we strive for highest possible standards, not only at national but increasingly also at international level.

7 9 University of Ljubljana Faculty of (Slovenia) To develop principled leaders for work in a globally competitive business environment by combining economics and business education with innovative research while creating and disseminating knowledge in a global society. Competitive Group No. School Mission statement and website 1 Kozminski University (Poland) Our mission is to provide excellent education in the fields of business, management and business law, combining nationally and internationally recognized research, practice and academia in the heart of Europe. 2 Zagreb School of and (Croatia) The mission of ZSEM is to transfer values, knowledge, and skills that students need for long-term success in a globalized business world undergoing constant technological and market transformations. Aspirant Group No. School Mission statement and website 1 Erasmus University Rotterdam, RSM (Netherlands) The mission of RSM is to be a leading international business school that creates, disseminates and applies managerial knowledge in a sustainable and respectful way. RSM is guided by the future needs of international business and upholds professionalism, teamwork, ethical conduct and fair play as central values. 2 St. Gallen, University of, Department of (Switzerland) In the field of management education, we are striving to be the best business school in the German-speaking world when it comes to innovative teaching and research. Students are sure to find an attractive, international learning environment that is relevant to research and practical applications. We actively promote the international character of the faculty and the students and cultivate a network of over 150 partner universities worldwide. 3 Aalto University, School of Business (Finland) Aalto University works towards a better world through top-quality research, interdisciplinary collaboration, pioneering education, surpassing traditional boundaries, and enabling renewal. The national mission of the University is to support Finland's success and contribute to Finnish society, its internationalisation and competitiveness, and to promote the welfare of its people.

8 School of Business: We educate powerful change agents: strong leaders and visionaries of society. Our strong vision is based on pioneering research, persistent quality assurance and indepth relationships with the business world.