ACBSP Awards American InterContinental University Initial Accreditation of its Business Programs

The Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) Baccalaureate/Graduate Degree Board of Commissioners recently awarded American InterContinental University initial accreditation of its Business Programs at all five campuses.

ACBSP accreditation certifies that the teaching and learning processes within the business school at American InterContinental University meet the rigorous educational standards established by ACBSP.

“American InterContinental University has shown its commitment to teaching excellence and to the process of quality improvement by participating in the accreditation process,” said ACBSP Director of Accreditation Steve Parscale, who will present the Certificate of Initial Accreditation at the ACBSP Annual Conference in Indianapolis June 26. “This accreditation is evidence that American InterContinental University is committed to providing the highest quality business education for its students.”

“We are honored to receive programmatic accreditation from the ACBSP and thank them for dedicating the time and effort in providing a rigorous review of our undergraduate and graduate business programs. AIU takes great pride in its commitment to student learning and quality outcomes for our students. We are thrilled to have been accepted into ACBSP membership, joining a community committed to excellence in business education,” said American InterContinental University CEO Steve Tober.

ACBSP is a leading specialized accreditation association for business education supporting, celebrating, and rewarding teaching excellence. Established in 1988, ACBSP is the only business accrediting organization for all associate, baccalaureate, and graduate degree programs. In 2001, ACBSP was recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

ACBSP continues to grow, having recently added its ninth region to better serve member institutions in Latin, Central and South America. There are currently more than 932 member campuses representing 519 different institutions, including 142 member campuses from outside the United States. There are 520 accredited campuses and 331 campuses in candidacy for accreditation, including 372 baccalaureate/graduate degree-granting institutions. ACBSP member institutions represent 48 different countries.

About American InterContinental University

Founded in Europe in 1970, American InterContinental University offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate degrees in programs such as business, IT, criminal justice and design at U.S. campuses in Atlanta, Houston, Weston, Fla.; an international campus in London; and an internet-based online campus headquartered in suburban Chicago. The award-winning AIU Online Virtual Campus was recognized as “Best of the Best” in the 2009 Computerworld Honors Program. AIU is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association.

AIU is a member of the Career Education Corporation (NASDAQ:CECO) network of universities, colleges and schools. For more information, visit www.aiuniv.edu. AIU cannot guarantee employment or salary.

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