Latin business link is a first for any UK university
The University of Bradford has become the first UK member of the Latin American Council of Management Schools (CLADEA).
Its award-winning School of Management has been accepted as an associate member of one of the world’s largest networks of business schools, connecting more than 280 institutions across Latin America, North America, Europe, and beyond.
Dr Rachel Sammut, Associate Dean for Global Business and Community Engagement in the Faculty of Management, Law and Social Sciences (FoMLSS), pictured below, said: “We are honoured to join CLADEA as the first UK member, marking a significant milestone in the school’s history. Our membership will not only broaden our global footprint but will open doors to exciting projects, research opportunities, and joint ventures with CLADEA member across Latin America and beyond.
“Being part of this thriving community aligns with our mission to provide world-class education that prepares students for the challenges of an evolving international business landscape, and we look forward to the opportunities ahead.”
More about the CLADEA partnership
Membership will provide the School of Management with a unique platform to engage in academic and professional exchange with leading institutions across the globe.
As a CLADEA member, the School of Management aims to unlock new opportunities for academic exchange, research collaboration, and international projects, enriching the academic environment for students and staff through access to a global network of experts and institutions. A key focus will be on advancing Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) initiatives, enabling students and faculty to engage in cross-border educational projects with CLADEA member institutions. These virtual exchanges will promote a richer, more diverse learning experience, offering students invaluable opportunities to collaborate with peers from different cultures, expand their global perspectives, and strengthen their intercultural competencies.
Global footprint
The landmark achievement underscores the School of Management’s commitment to fostering global business education, collaboration, and engagement. It already has a significant global footprint. In May 2024, its Distance Learning MBA was ranked #1 in the world for value for money by the Financial Times and its Executive MBA was ranked 23rd in the world by CEO Magazine.
The School, founded in 1963, also boasts the triple-crown of accreditations - AACSB, Association of MBAs (AMBA) and European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS) - which have only been awarded to less than one per cent of business schools in the world.
It prides itself on innovative programmes, such as its MSc in Applied Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics, which led to the University of Bradford having the most AI graduates in the UK, and Innovation, Enterprise and Circular Economy - Distance Learning MBA. In 2020, 91% of its graduates went on to employment or further study within six months, according to the latest data from the Higher Education Statistics Agency.