Accreditations

CEEMAN IQA, awarded by the International Association for Management Development in Dynamic Societies, is one of the most prestigious and valued accreditations in the field of management education. AWSB successfully passed the CEEMAN accreditation process in 2020 and was accredited for the next 6 years. CEEMAN evaluates the professionalism of educational institutions and focuses on assessing the quality of the University's management, as well as on the evaluation of teaching activities and on the evaluation of the University's creativity and innovation in the field of research and development projects.

A congratulatory letter from prof. Danica Purg, the President of CEEMAN - sent to the Rector of WSB University dr hab. Zdzisławia Dacko-Pikiewicz, prof. AWSB reads:

“WSB University, having a clear and far-reaching vision, develops the mission of preparing professional, self-confident and ethical leaders capable of successfully competing on the international market. In this way, the University plays an important and pioneering role in introducing and disseminating the idea of perfect, practical and sustainable education in the field of management in Poland”

The accreditation process is co-financed by the European Union from the European Social Fund under the Knowledge Education Development Operational Program 2014-2020, Priority Axis III. Higher education for economy and development, Action 3. 3 - Internationalization of Polish higher education under POWER, implemented as part of a non-competition project of a conceptual nature "Foreign accreditations, carried out by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education.

Studying at a university offering an ACCA-accredited programme provides not only a diploma from a renowned higher education institution but, above all, an opportunity to complement academic knowledge with comprehensive and practical expertise in finance, accounting, and management—skills that prove useful from the very first day of professional work.

WSB University offers an accredited postgraduate programme under the title “ACCA in Polish – Financial Management and Accounting in an International Environment” (programme partner: EY).

ACCA is a prestigious professional qualification awarded by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, a British organisation that brings together finance and accounting professionals worldwide. A diploma from WSB University allows graduates to apply for exemptions from selected ACCA examinations. The ACCA qualification is widely recognised and respected in international business environments.

The programme, delivered in partnership with EY, aims to equip participants with the skills essential for professionals engaged in modern organisational management. Students gain highly valued knowledge needed to make strategic business decisions that shape a company’s future, regardless of its sector, location, or the volatility of its operating environment.

The curriculum focuses on practical techniques and competencies indispensable for finance professionals. It covers topics such as cost analysis, budgeting, financial data–based decision-making, the Polish tax and social security system (PIT, CIT, VAT, ZUS), split payment, financial reporting and statement analysis across various industries, external financing, working capital management, investment and company valuation, and financial risk management—preparing participants for managerial roles in organisations operating in international contexts.

Thanks to the ACCA accreditation, graduates may apply for exemptions from 9 out of 13 ACCA exams, significantly facilitating the process of obtaining the internationally recognised ACCA qualification (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants).

More information about the programme: ACCA po polsku – zarządzanie finansami i rachunkowość w środowisku międzynarodowym (Partner: EY)

WSBU is now among 34 universities from 14 European countries whose mission is to implement the European framework for educating art therapists and to work on improving the quality of education in art therapy programmes. Membership in ECArTE is considered prestigious and elite worldwide.

Art therapy is an activity that uses art to support multidimensional development, therapeutic processes, and integration across various disciplines. The development of art therapy aligns with the principles of sustainable development implemented at AWSB, as it contributes to achieving Goals 3, 4, 5, 16, and 17. The most important of these goals is ensuring human well-being and supporting mental health, including integration within the academic community and fostering a positive impact on the local environment.

WSB University is consistently developing as an institution that places a high priority on sustainable management, including sustainable project management. These activities are aligned with the University’s Sustainable Development Strategy 2030, while simultaneously supporting the achievement of selected United Nations Sustainable Development Goals at the global level.

WSB University has obtained the International Business School Impact System (BSIS IMPACT) certificate, which confirms the University’s impact on its socio-economic environment and its significant role in fostering social responsibility.

WSB University is the fourth institution in Poland to receive the BSIS certificate (after Kozminski University, Warsaw School of Economics, and Poznań University of Economics and Business).

The impact of WSB University on the region was assessed based on 120 indicators across 7 key areas: financial, educational, economic, social, scientific, and the University’s contribution to shaping and strengthening the image of the region both in Poland and abroad.

The experts highly evaluated the collaboration of WSB University with business partners, regional authorities, the City of Dąbrowa Górnicza, employer organisations, and NGOs. Thanks to the high level of practical orientation in the study programmes, WSB University graduates find employment faster than graduates of other universities — as confirmed by national reports of the Graduate Career Tracking System (Ogólnopolski System Monitorowania Ekonomicznych Losów Absolwentów).

According to BSIS experts, based on their methodology, the financial impact generated by WSB University for the region in one year exceeds EUR 181 million.

PKA's mission is to conduct program and institutional (currently comprehensive) evaluations carried out at Polish universities and to formulate applications for granting authorization to conduct specific fields of study.

AWSB is the first private university in Poland to receive a distinctive institutional assessment. For this reason, the department is not subject to further accreditations for the next 6 years.

Project Management according to IPMA Standards – International Project Management Association

Students of WSB University have the opportunity to obtain an international project management certificate IPMA Student, awarded by the International Project Management Association Poland.

Thanks to this, students and graduates can complement their academic education by earning a professional certificate recognised on the labour market — IPMA Student — and join an international professional community of individuals and organisations running projects (Young Crew and IPMA).

For more information about the IPMA Student Certificate, please contact:

IPMA Programme Coordinator, Anna Śmiglewicz, PhD, Eng.

e-mail: asmiglewicz@wsb.edu.pl

What competencies are required to obtain the IPMA Student certificate?

To hold the IPMA Student certificate, you must demonstrate knowledge of selected basic elements of good project management practices at a level required for the role of a project team member involved in a “simple” project.

How to obtain the IPMA Student certificate?

1. Submit your intention to participate in the preparatory course to the Programme Coordinator: Anna Śmiglewicz; asmiglewicz@wsb.edu.pl
2. Receive access to the university preparatory course containing a full set of materials and knowledge tests.
3. Gain access to the IPMA Student portal — the certification process is supported by the dedicated portal ipma-student.pl, where you will find, among other resources:
   • the IPMA Student certification guide,
   • sample questions,
   • an exam simulator,
   • a series of handbooks supporting certification preparation,
   • and many other useful resources.
4. Register for the exam: mock exam on the IPMA Student platform + final certification exam.
   Total cost: 300 PLN

What does the IPMA Student exam look like?

The certification exam is held electronically and consists of 100 single-choice test questions (select the best answer out of four options). Duration: 100 minutes.

Why is the IPMA Student certificate valuable?

The IPMA 4-L-C certification system is widely recognised and used in employee recruitment processes, the development of employee career paths, and improving the project maturity of organisations.

The European University Association is the largest association of European universities. It provides a forum for universities to share expertise, participate in events and peer learning activities, contribute to Europe-wide studies, and much more.

The HR Excellence in Research Award is granted by the European Commission to research institutions that:

• implement the Human Resources Strategy for Researchers (HRS4R) aimed at increasing the attractiveness of working conditions and career development for researchers,
• adhere to the principles and guidelines of the European Charter for Researchers and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers.

By implementing the HRS4R Strategy, organisations commit to ensuring favourable working conditions, career development opportunities, mobility, and transparent recruitment processes for researchers. These activities are focused on strengthening the competitiveness of the European Research Area (ERA) and enhancing the global attractiveness of the EU research system.

The European Commission promotes HR Award–holding institutions internationally as organisations that offer the best working and development conditions for researchers. Obtaining the HR Excellence in Research distinction by WSB University will increase opportunities for research funding applications, enhance staff mobility, and facilitate participation in global research networks.

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