What does triple accreditation mean for me when I look at business schools in France?
Triple accreditation, also called the Triple Crown, means a business school is accredited by three independent bodies: AACSB, AMBA and EFMD through its EQUIS accreditation. It is a quality assurance for a programme or institution, and several French business schools such as HEC Paris, ESSEC and EDHEC hold it.
Triple accreditation, often called the Triple Crown, means a French business school is accredited by AACSB, AMBA and EFMD (through EQUIS). It is a mark of educational quality given by independent organisations.
The Three Accreditation Bodies
| Body | Based in |
|---|---|
| AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) | Tampa, Florida, USA |
| AMBA (Association of MBAs) | London, UK |
| EFMD with EQUIS accreditation | Brussels, Belgium |
Some French Schools With Triple Accreditation
- EDHEC Business School, Lille
- EMLYON Business School, Lyon
- ESSEC Business School, Paris
- HEC Paris, Paris
- INSEAD, France
- IESEG School of Management, Lille
My Advice
Accreditation is a useful quality filter, but it is not the only one. Compare programme content, fees and career outcomes, and check each school's official page to confirm its current accreditations.
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