University of Stellenbosch Business School

Triple-accredited African business school focused on responsible leadership development. It has been over 50 years since USB opened its doors to 14 MBA students in 1964. Today, USB has grown to offer world-class education to over 28 000 students from all over the globe. USB forms part of Stellenbosch University – the strongest research university in Africa. USB has always believed in excellence, a philosophy that resulted in it becoming the first school from an African university to receive the Triple Crown of international accreditations – AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA.

Through knowledge advancement and transformative learning we develop responsible leaders who positively impact society. USB’s embodies the following values:

• Excellence: We improve continuously to exceed expectations
• Value creation: We create a better world
• Equity: We commit to restitution, fairness and inclusivity
• Accountability: We are answerable for our actions
• Respect: We embrace the dignity of each person and the civility of public discourse
• Compassion: We care for the well-being of all our stakeholders

USB’s international standing is also underpinned by the following:

• Link with Stellenbosch University: USB forms part of Stellenbosch University, which is celebrating its 100-year anniversary in 2018 and which is the top-ranked research university in Africa.
• Partnerships with some 80 business schools across all continents: These partnerships open up opportunities for joint research and conferences, and exchange studies and lectures.
• International memberships: USB’s memberships of various organisations in the international and African business school environment is based on collaboration and support.
• Students from a growing number of countries: In 2017, USB’s students came from some 40 different countries.