Recently, the International Business School of Beijing Foreign Studies University (IBS.BFSU) received an official letter from the Business Graduates Association (BGA), congratulating the school on successfully achieving the BGA International Gold Accreditation, with an initial accreditation period of three years.

From December 5 to 6, 2024, the BGA International Accreditation Review Panel conducted an on-site visit to IBS.BFSU. During the visit, Professor Jia Wenjian, President of the University, met with the panel and provided a detailed overview of the school’s accomplishments in areas such as talent cultivation, international exchanges, and discipline development. Professor Jia emphasized that BFSU's educational philosophy aligns closely with BGA's commitment to promoting innovation in education and fostering socially responsible practices. He expressed his hope that the accreditation would further enhance the IBS.BFSU’s global influence and reputation as a leading institution in business education.

The expert panel conducted seven in-depth sessions, engaging in  approximately 80 interviews with faculty, staff, and students at IBS. BFSU. The panel praised the School's commitment to excellence, recognizing it as one of China's most prestigious business schools, and highlighted IBS.BFSU’s dedication to elevating the quality of business education through its exceptional management team, distinguished faculty, and cutting-edge teaching facilities, which provide a solid foundation for scientific research, talent development, and social contribution. Notably, a key emphasis of the panel’s evaluation was School's approach to integrating theory with practice. They commended IBS.BFSU’s adoption of team projects and coursework, which effectively equip students withglobal perspectives, international thinking, and cross-cultural communication skills.

The Business Graduates Association (BGA), originally established in 1967 by AMBA (Association of MBAs), launched an accreditation brand focused on institutional excellence. BGA is committed to advancing global development in business education, particularly in responsible management practices and lifelong learning. BGA International Accreditation is one of the world's most prestigious business school accreditation systems, alongside AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) and EQUIS (European Quality Improvement System). The attainment of the BGA International Gold Accreditation marks a significant milestone in the global advancement and quality enhancement of business education at BFSU. It also lays a solid foundation for future collaboration with BGA.