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BGA Accreditation

Apply for BGA Business School Accreditation

Here you'll find all the details you need to apply for BGA accreditation for your business school, including eligibility requirements, fees, and the next steps to become part of the BGA network.

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BGA Accreditation Eligibility Criteria

The business school must be a BGA member
The business school must have been in continuous operation for at least five years
The business school must have graduated at least three student cohorts from one of its programmes
Present the most recent financial statements showcasing the financial health of the institution and its future sustainability.
Provide proof of degree awarding powers OR national/regional accreditation OR certification or accreditation by another university.

BGA Accreditation Fee

Full business school accreditation with up to 5 years accreditation cycle

£17,650

  • £5,000 – Application stage fee
  • £12,000 – Assessment stage fee
  • £650 – Annual mentor fee (during development stage)

Annual accreditation process fee is only applicable during the assessment stage

Does not include travel and accommodation expenses related to the assessment visit


BGA Re-accreditation Fee

BGA re-accreditation fee with up to five years accreditation cycle

£12,000

£12,000 – Assessment stage fee

Does not include travel and accommodation expenses related to the assessment visit

If you're interested in BGA accreditation or have questions about it, please feel free to contact us.

Key Downloadable Documents

BGA Accreditation Criteria

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BGA Accreditation Guidance

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Continuous Impact Model

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