1. Eligibility Application

The process includes a review of a school to determine whether or not it is eligible to pursue AACSB Accreditation. It is the time that a school should familiarize its faculty and administration with the AACSB Accreditation Standards and the accreditation process.

2. Initial Application

This process involves a thorough peer-review of information submitted with the Eligibility Application, a mentor visit, and the development/approval of an Initial Self Evaluation Report (iSER) on core criteria and accreditation standards.

3. Continuous Improvement Review

Upon the successful AACSB accreditation, the accredited school this review process emphasizes on educational improvement, strategic management, and fulfillment of mission (rather than a standard-by-standard review).