JAKARTA - Prasetiya Mulya University is proud to announce that the Multi-year Community Development Program (Community Development/COMDEV) has won an award in the inaugural Global Impact Awards organized by AACSB International. This award is an acknowledgment of the innovation, measurable impact, and sustainable contribution of Prasetiya Mulya University in community development through business education.
The Global Impact Awards is a prestigious award event that recognizes individuals and institutions for initiatives that reflect leadership, innovation, and real impact in business and community education. Based on Global Standards for Business Education™, this award highlights the concrete contributions of the global business education community in addressing today's global challenges.
The COMDEV program of Prasetiya Mulya University received an award in the Societal Impact: Addressing Regional or Local Challenges category, for its efforts in strengthening micro and small businesses in rural areas through a collaborative approach based on "living labs". This approach integrates the learning process of students with direct community empowerment, so that it not only improves the business capabilities of the community, but also encourages sustainable economic growth.
"This award is a global recognition of our commitment to making education a means of creating real impact for society. Through COMDEV, we not only shape students who are academically superior, but also leaders who are able to understand and answer real challenges in the field.
"Furthermore, we will continue to expand the impact of this program so that it can make a wider contribution to inclusive economic development in Indonesia," said Handyanto Widjojo, Dean of the School of Business and Economics, Prasetiya Mulya University, quoted Saturday, April 18.
In 2026, the award was presented to 27 individuals and institutions from 16 countries through a highly competitive selection process. The recipients were recognized for their real contributions to shaping the future of business education - from strategic leadership, translating research into relevant impact, to efforts to promote more inclusive social and economic growth.
"The Global Impact Awards confirm the commitment of the School of Business and Economics of Prasetiya Mulya University in creating a real impact through business education," said Lily Bi, President and CEO of AACSB International. He added that this initiative is a strong example for the future of business education, and AACSB looks forward to its continued growth and influence.
The winners are scheduled to receive the award officially at the 2026 AACSB International Conference and Annual Meeting, which will take place in Seattle on April 13-15, 2026.
For more information about the Global Impact Awards, visit www.aacsb.edu/global-impact-awards. Support for the implementation of the Global Impact Awards 2026 is provided by Risepoint.
Prasetiya Mulya University is a leading higher education institution in Indonesia that is committed to producing future leaders through innovation, entrepreneurship, and experience-based learning.
Starting from business education, this university has developed into a multidisciplinary institution that includes the School of Business and Economics, the STEM School, and the School of Law & International Studies, with an approach that is relevant to industry needs and oriented towards real practices.
Through its commitment to collaboration, sustainability, and community empowerment, Prasetiya Mulya University also encourages inclusive economic growth, both nationally and globally.
Founded in 1916, AACSB International (AACSB) connects educators, students, and business to create the next generation of leaders.
With more than 2,000 member organizations and more than 1,000 accredited business schools worldwide, AACSB is the largest business education network globally.
Through global standards, accreditation, and thought leadership, AACSB drives collaboration, accelerates innovation, and expands impact in business education.
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