Refer China: CEIBS reinforces regional and global impact with BSIS renewal

The school has once again received international recognition as a hub of cutting-edge research, innovation and impact.

CEIBS has once again been awarded the Business School Impact System (BSIS) label by EFMD Global in partnership with FNEGE, following the successful completion of its 2025 reassessment process.

This renewal marks CEIBS' continued recognition as a top-tier business school deeply committed to generating impact across three key areas: intellectual, societal, and image. Originally accredited in 2017, the BSIS label renewal underscores CEIBS' role as a thought leader and catalyst for economic and social development in China and beyond.

The report states that CEIBS "is recognised globally for its role as a hub for cutting-edge research and innovation impact. The school addresses critical global business challenges, reinforcing its role as a thought leader in the industry and highlighting its educational and image impact." The report also adds that CEIBS serves as a think tank for China with deep-rooted connections to multinational corporations as well as Chinese companies and government institutions.

On the intellectual impact front, the authoritative report points out that in recent years CIEBS' research ecosystem has gone "from strength to strength" with an established track record of research excellence, application of the Real Situation Learning Method™, a role as a regional think tank, and a strong repository of 3,000+ China-focused business cases.

Wang Hong

CEIBS President

"It is truly exciting news that CEIBS has once again successfully renewed its BSIS label. This not only affirms the school's impact both in China and around the globe, but also serves as strong encouragement for CEIBS to press forward under the guidance of our Eight Strategic Priorities. Our achievements in initiatives such as "Bridge China and Europe", "Serve regional development strategies", "Exemplify CSR education", and "Empower CEIBS Alumni" have been key to our success during this evaluation. As we mark the historic milestone of the 50th anniversary of China-EU diplomatic relations, CEIBS will continue to fulfil our mission of bridging China and the world, contributing to economic and social development, advancing management education both in China and globally, and fostering greater cooperation and exchange between China, Europe, and the world. We will continue striving to build CEIBS into one of the world's most respected international business schools!"

Dominique Turpin

CEIBS President (European)

"It is an honour for CEIBS to once again be recognised for the sizable impact that it has on its environment. At CEIBS, we believe that it is a business school's duty to engage with the business community, and therefore the wider world, in order to provide meaningful development opportunities to our participants and the broader CEIBS community. We remain committed to generating real, lasting impact. exposing leaders in China to a wide breadth of global management insights and offering unparalleled depth of understanding of Chinese business to our international participants."

Beyond research, the report also underscores CEIBS' commitment to addressing societal impact across all academic and educational activities. With ESG content integrated across both programmes and research, CEIBS plays a leading role in promoting responsible leadership and sustainable business practices. The appointment of a dedicated Chief Impact Officer, publication of an annual ESG White Paper, and the launch of the ESG Research Area all reflect the school's ongoing effort to drive societal transformation.

Frank Bournois

CEIBS Vice President and Dean

"The remarkable impact that CEIBS generates is in part due to the incredible contributions of our faculty, who not only produce an exceptional amount of research and cases offering insight into cutting-edge business trends but also maintain a close relationship with companies which is truly unique among business schools around the world. This international recognition highlights the degree to which we generate knowledge that has a profound impact on Shanghai, China, and the world of global management education."

Zhu Tian

CEIBS Vice President and Co-Dean

"This successful reassessment is not only strong recognition of CEIBS' international influence, but also a full affirmation of the school's strength in knowledge creation and teaching excellence. Leveraging its international foundation, CEIBS has built a high-quality and cutting-edge curriculum that integrates advanced global management theories with Chinese business practices. Over time, we have cultivated a large number of business talents that possess both China depth and global breadth, contributing to the economic and societal development of China and the world."

The BSIS report also stresses CEIBS' impact beyond the classroom and contributions to shaping Shanghai into a global finance and innovation hub. As a key driver of regional economic and social development, CEIBS bridges Chinese and European dialogue on global business challenges through a strong media presence, high-profile forums, and cross-sector collaboration.

"CEIBS is viewed not just as a business school, but as a national platform for talent development, policy dialogue, and global business education, making it a core contributor to China's ongoing social and economic advancement," the report states.

The Business School Impact System (BSIS) was launched by the European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD) and the Fondation Nationale pour l'Enseignement de la Gestion des Entreprises (FNEGE) in 2012, to measure business schools' impact on their cities and regions. Currently, 93 business schools worldwide hold BSIS accreditation.