Professional Bodies - International

international memberships

Association of Asia-Pacific Business Schools   The primary purpose of the AAPBS is to provide leadership and representation in order to advance the quality of business and management education in the Asia-Pacific Region. The Association will accomplish its mission by collaborating in research and teaching, and working in partnership to improve business school standards and quality. AAPBS and its members are striving to understand and develop a solid paradigm for an Asian management education model within a global context. We are calling you to join us in this effort.

Academy of International Business   The Academy of International Business (AIB) is the leading association of scholars and specialists in the field of international business. Established in 1959, today, AIB has 3379 members in 73 different countries around the world. Members include scholars from the leading academic institutions as well consultants and researchers. We welcome members from developing countries, newly industrialized countries, as well as industrialized countries to join. The AIB is the leading global community of scholars for the creation and dissemination of knowledge about international business and policy issues. The AIB transcends the boundaries of single academic disciplines and managerial functions to enhance business education and practice

AMDISA   The Association of Management Development Institutions in South Asia (AMDISA) was established in 1988, with the initiative of leading management development institutions in the SAARC region. It is the only association which networks management development centers across seven nations and promotes partnership between business schools, business leaders and policy administrators for enhancing the quality and effectiveness of management education in South Asia. AMDISA provides multiple ways by which member-institutions collaborate within the region. AMDISA also provides professional development opportunities for management faculty, and institution building assistance to business schools and corporate management development centers.

EFMD   EFMD - The Management Development Network, is an international membership organization, based in Brussels, Belgium. With more than 650 member organizations from academia, business, public service and consultancy in 75 countries, EFMD provides a unique forum for information, research, networking and debate on innovation and best practice in management development. EFMD is recognized globally as an accreditation body of quality in management education and has established accreditation services for business schools and business school programmes, corporate universities and technology-enhanced learning programmes. Within its scope, EFMD is committed to offer professionals and institutions involved with management learning and organizational development the opportunity to be part of a dynamic, relevant and diverse network sharing the common objective of developing effective and socially responsible leaders and managers.

LOMA   Life Office Management Association, Founded in 1924, LOMA is an international association through which more than 1,200 insurance and financial services companies from over 80 countries engage in research and educational activities to improve company operations. LOMA members are involved in life and health insurance, managed care, annuities, pensions, banking, bancassurance, securities, and other financial services areas. Through its staff and network of industry volunteers, our association serves a large and influential group of companies.

Indo French Chamber of Commerce and Industry   Indo French Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IFCCI) is a bilateral business organization with 400 active members today, both French and Indian companies from a variety of sectors. IFCCI established in 1977 is a common forum of India and France business and trading community. IFCCI acts as a common facilitator of business and trade promotion for both the countries. To facilitate and promote networking within the French Indian business community, IFCCI organizes different social and professional events. Members enjoy publications (directories, newsletters), logistical or employment services, recommendation letters, business support to find partnership for their activities in France. It also helps non member French companies interested by the Indian market, mainly SMEs, to develop their business in India. IFCCI is also an active member of the UCCIFE, a French organization which represents 114 French Chambers of Commerce in 78 countries.

AIESEC Knowledge Park Chapter at BIMTECH   AIESEC, the world's largest student organization, is the international platform for young people to discover and develop their potential. In addition to providing leadership positions and delivering conferences, AIESEC also runs an exchange program that enables students and recent graduates the opportunity to live and work in another country. AIESEC’s presence in over 850 universities in 100 countries and territories enables students to build personal networks and explore the direction and ambition of their future. AIESEC’s partner organizations look at AIESEC as a way to support the development of young people and to have access to high-potential young talent from around the world. A supporter of Global Entrepreneurship Week, AIESEC offers leadership and learning opportunities to young people keen to acquire the skills and awareness needed to be an entrepreneur today. The Social-Business Ventures Internship Program, provides Internships that allow entrepreneurial young people to experience for themselves the lifestyle and lessons of working with groundbreaking entrepreneurs.