Press Corner

We are thrilled to share insights from our exclusive interview with Dr. Shilpi Agarwal, the 2023 recipient of the prestigious CEEMAN Responsible Management Educator Award. Dr. Agarwal, a distinguished faculty member at Woxsen University, has been recognized globally for her dedication to advancing educational and social inclusivity.

In a captivating narrative of professional growth, CEEMAN proudly presents the inspiring journey of Zoltan Buzady, M.B.A., Ph.D., Habil., an esteemed alumnus of the International Management Teachers Academy (IMTA) and a dedicated supporter of CEEMAN, now serving as a board member.

In recent developments, CEEMAN has been made aware of a concerning issue affecting some of our members. It has come to our attention that certain individuals have been targeted by fraudulent emails purporting to be from our esteemed President, Danica Purg.

In a momentous ceremony held at the IEDC - Bled School of Management, Professor Xiaobo WU from Zhejiang University was conferred with the esteemed title of Doctor Honoris Causa. This prestigious recognition, bestowed upon him by the renowned institution, stands as a testament to his exceptional contributions to entrepreneurship, innovation, and leadership.

Vienna, March 8, 2024 - Last Friday, the esteemed CEEMAN board gathered in Vienna for a pivotal meeting aimed at shaping the organization's trajectory in the coming years.

CEEMAN is thrilled to announce its partnership with the 4th International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Knowledge Processing (AIKP'24) as a Knowledgeable Partner.

CEEMAN has embarked on a groundbreaking partnership with Globethics, introducing a new chapter in management education centered around ethical principles. This alliance unites their expertise in management education with a shared commitment to fostering ethical values, integrating crucial themes such as ethics, sustainability, and responsible use of artificial intelligence at the core of management practices. This collaboration represents a significant advancement in promoting ethical leadership within the field of management education.

In a significant stride toward global academic integration, the School of Business Administration (SBA) at Jiangxi University of Finance and Economics (JUFE) has recently become a member of CEEMAN, the International Association for Management Development in Dynamic Societies. This new affiliation marks another milestone in SBA's ongoing commitment to excellence in business education and international collaboration.

CEEMAN has welcomed TEAM University from Uzbekistan as a new member, marking a significant milestone for the entrepreneurial institution. This marks a milestone for the Tashkent-based entrepreneurial university, which has been gaining attention since its establishment in April 2020 following a decree by the Cabinet of Ministers.

Dr. Zoltan Buzady, LL.B., M.B.A., Ph.D., Habil, an Associate Professor, an expert on Flow & Leadership Decision-Making Development, via Serious Games, at Corvinus University in of Budapest, Hungary, joins CEEMAN Board.

We are thrilled to embark on another exciting year at CEEMAN, dedicated to advancing the field of management development education. Following our successful year in 2023, we are eager to unveil our lineup of activities for 2024.

The 30th CEEMAN EMERALD Case Writing Competition is open for submissions until April 15, 2024. There's an early submission deadline on February 29, 2024, with the chance for early feedback. A free case-writing webinar on February 7, 2024, will provide participants with valuable insights on how to develop a compelling case study for publication. The winners will be announced in June 2024.

CEEMAN welcomes the College of Economics and Management at Shandong Agricultural University (SDAU) as its new institutional member. SDAU's commitment to innovation and academic excellence aligns with CEEMAN's mission, promising a fruitful partnership and enhanced knowledge exchange.

In a recent feature by the Financial Times, Prof. Danica Purg, the founding director of IEDC Bled School of Management in Slovenia and the president of CEEMAN, shared valuable insights into the challenges faced by Central and Eastern European (CEE) business schools due to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

The CEEMAN EdTech Seminar, a landmark event, was held from November 15th to 17th at the IEDC-Bled School of Management in the charming town of Bled. This event marked a significant step forward in exploring the intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and educational innovation.

The 2nd International Conference on Hidden Champions, organized by the Institute for Hidden Champions at Zhejiang University and the city of Ningbo, brought together over 300 academics and entrepreneurs from around the world to engage in discussions centered around innovation-driven themes.

We are thrilled to share some wonderful news with you all – CEEMAN has a new Director, and we are delighted to welcome Dr. Aigerim Kaumenova aboard!

We are pleased to announce that EU Business School has been awarded CEEMAN IQA re-accreditation status for another six years from 6th October 2023 to 6th October 2029.

31st CEEMAN Annual Conference entitled “Leadership for a Sustainable World” was brilliantly hosted by the Almaty Management University (AlmaU) on 20-22 September. AlmaU is an entrepreneurial, socially responsible, world-class institution that previously welcomed CEEMAN in 2015, and we were delighted to be back for the second time.

We are happy to announce that Almaty Management University has been awarded CEEMAN IQA Re-Accreditation status for another six years. AlmaU is an entrepreneurial, socially responsible university that cooperates with more than 150 universities and associations from around the world. AlmaU is committed to the principles of the third mission, the UN SDGs, promotes the Principles of Responsible Management Education (PRME) and the UN Academic Impact. It is in the top 3 business schools in Central Asia in the Eduniversal ranking and ranks 1001+ in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2022.