Accreditations
Elite Accreditations. Enduring Excellence
GIM’s portfolio of prestigious accreditations from leading global and national bodies - AACSB, AMBA & BGA, NBA, and SAQS—attests to our unwavering commitment to excellence in management education. These recognitions are the result of rigorous, independent quality reviews and place GIM among the top tier of business schools worldwide. From curriculum innovation and learner success to governance and corporate relevance, it assures students, faculty, and partners of a future-focused, globally aligned learning experience rooted in responsible leadership and continuous improvement. Notably, GIM is among only 11 B-schools in India having both AACSB and AMBA-BGA accreditations.
AMBA & BGA Accredited
GIM is proudly accredited by AMBA and BGA, both prestigious global authorities in management education quality assurance. It was first awarded in 2022 and reaffirmed through reaccreditation in 2025 for a further 5 years. AMBA–BGA accreditation signifies the highest international standard in postgraduate management education, particularly for MBA programmes, while extending focus to institutional impact and responsible management. It assures students of high-quality, career-enhancing education; employers of industry-ready leadership talent; and business schools of global recognition and credibility. The joint accreditation framework evaluates programme rigor, governance, ethics, sustainability, stakeholder value creation, and societal impact, enabling institutions to demonstrate excellence across their MBA offerings and the wider business school ecosystem.
AACSB Accredited
GIM is proud to be among the top 1% of B-schools in India and the top 6% globally to hold AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business)accreditation—one of the world’s most prestigious benchmarks in management education, considered the gold standard for B-schools. Awarded in 2025 for a six year term, AACSB accreditation represents a global benchmark of excellence in business education, emphasizing mission-driven strategic management, faculty quality, learner success, curriculum relevance, and responsible resource utilization. AACSB-accredited institutions demonstrate strong faculty engagement in research and professional practice, alignment of academic strategy with industry and societal needs, and assurance of learning systems that support student success and continuous improvement. The accreditation reflects an institution’s commitment to innovation, accountability, and sustained academic and operational excellence in management education.
NBA Accredited
GIM is accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA), India’s premier body for quality assurance in technical and management education. NBA accreditation validates the quality, relevance, and outcome orientation of academic programmes through a structured framework focused on employability, global recognition, and continuous improvement. NBA-accredited programmes follow outcome-based education principles, ensuring graduates possess industry-aligned competencies and skills valued by employers. The accreditation enhances institutional credibility, supports international academic mobility, encourages systematic quality enhancement, and strengthens eligibility for funding and developmental support initiatives.
SAQS Accredited
Recognising our regional leadership and international orientation, GIM was accredited by the prestigious South Asian Quality Assurance System (SAQS) in 2018 and proudly reaccredited in 2024 for a six-year term. SAQS accreditation enhances global visibility and peer recognition by positioning it within an international network of high-quality business schools committed to excellence and continuous improvement. It strengthens institutional credibility and stakeholder confidence by validating governance structures, academic processes, and outcomes against rigorous global standards. SAQS places strong emphasis on faculty and leadership development, encouraging scholarly engagement, pedagogical innovation, and strategic capability building. Additionally, the accreditation fosters a culture of continuous quality enhancement through systematic review, benchmarking, and evidence-based improvement, ensuring sustained academic relevance, global competitiveness, and long-term institutional impact.
AICTE Approved
The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) has approved the Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) programme provided by Goa Institute of Management (GIM).
AIU
The Association of Indian Universities (AIU) has recognized GIM's Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) programme as equivalent to an MBA degree.
EFMD Global
The Goa Institute of Management is a member of the European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD), is a global certification authority for business schools, business school programmes, and corporate universities