Who accredits MBA programs?
In the United States, there is not a government body (such as a Ministry of Education) responsible for the accreditation of universities. Instead, the accreditation is done by private, non-governmental organizations. In many other countries, the accreditation of universities is done by the government. In the US, the majority of MBA programs are accredited by a regional accrediting organization. Below is a list of these: Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSA) New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC-CIHE) North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA-HLC) Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) Western Association of Schools and Colleges A few MBA programs are accredited by a national accrediting organization, such as the Distance Education and Training Council. International Accreditation The Council for Higher Education Accreditation provides an accreditation resource for countries around the globe.
