Our AACSB accredited American partner universities

International Recognition

The AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) is the world’s most prestigious accreditation for business schools. Only 5% of institutions worldwide earn this distinction, including HEC, INSEAD, and all of CEFAM’s partner universities in the United States and Canada.

CEFAM is proud to be the only French business school exclusively affiliated with AACSB-accredited universities, ensuring that every student benefits from the highest standards of academic quality, global recognition, and professional credibility.

CEFAM’s 11 partner universities in North America are all AACSB accredited.

What Does AACSB Accreditation Mean?

AACSB accreditation is the gold standard in global business education.
It guarantees that partner universities meet the most rigorous criteria in:

• Academic excellence and innovative teaching methods
• Faculty expertise and internationally recognized research
• Student success and long-term professional outcomes
• Continuous improvement and international impact

This voluntary accreditation reflects not only institutional excellence but also a commitment to educating ethical, innovative, and globally minded leaders.

CEFAM’s Commitment to Excellence

By partnering exclusively with AACSB-accredited universities, CEFAM ensures that every student earns degrees recognized and respected worldwide, in both France and North America.

Our membership in the AACSB network also strengthens CEFAM’s mission: to deliver an American-style education that combines academic rigor, intercultural exchange, and professional relevance.

Through this affiliation, CEFAM continues to expand international visibility, foster global partnerships, and prepare graduates to succeed anywhere in the world.