Goldey-Beacom College Reaffirms Excellence Through ACBSP Accreditation

CONTACT: Janine G. Sorbello, Dir. of Ext. Affairs

PHONE: 302-225-6261

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DATE: July 29, 2026

Wilmington, DE (07/29/2026) — Goldey-Beacom College (GBC) has received reaffirmation of accreditation for its business programs from the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), recognizing the College’s continued commitment to academic excellence, student success, and continuous improvement. The reaffirmation was approved by the ACBSP Baccalaureate/Graduate Degree Board of Commissioners following its April 2026 meeting.

The accreditation reaffirms the quality of the College’s associate, bachelor’s and graduate business programs while supporting an ongoing commitment to strengthen assessment practices at the program level to further enhance student learning outcomes and academic excellence.

“ACBSP reaffirmation reflects the dedication of our faculty, staff and students to academic excellence,” said Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs Dr. Joel Worden. “As we continue strengthening our assessment practices, we remain focused on delivering a business education that prepares graduates to succeed in the global economy.”

“Accreditation is a direct reflection of a college’s foundational health and is an indicator of campuswide success internally and externally,” said Assistant Professor of Business Dr. Scott Glenn. He offered congratulations to his colleagues saying, “Well done family! Well done.”

At the ACBSP Conference in Phoenix, Dr. Glenn joined educators and academic leaders from around the world in celebrating institutions committed to excellence in business education. He said the experience reinforced the value of accreditation and the College’s ongoing commitment to student success.

Dr. Glenn shared his gratitude saying, “Representing Goldey-Beacom College at the ACBSP Conference was both an honor and a privilege. The conference reinforced our shared responsibility to prepare ethical leaders, critical thinkers and globally competitive professionals.”

As part of its ongoing commitment to continuous improvement, Goldey-Beacom College will continue building upon its comprehensive assessment efforts by expanding program-level assessment initiatives that support data-informed decision-making and enhance the educational experience for students. This work reflects ACBSP’s philosophy that excellence is achieved through regular evaluation, innovation and continuous organizational learning.

The following Goldey-Beacom College business programs are accredited by ACBSP:

* Associate of Science in Accounting

* Associate of Science in Business Administration

* Bachelor of Science in Accounting

* Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

* Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with concentrations in Financial Management, Health Care Management, Human Resource Management, Information Technology, International Business Management, Legal Studies, Management, Marketing Management, Organizational Psychology, and Sports Management

* Bachelor of Science in Economics

* Bachelor of Science in Finance

* MBA (Comprehensive) and MBA with concentrations in Financial Management, Health Care Management, Human Resource Management, Information Technology, International Business Management, Marketing Management, and Taxation

* MBA with majors in Finance and Taxation

* Master of Management

* MS in Finance

* MS in Taxation

About ACBSP

Founded in 1988, the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) is a global business education accrediting body and the first organization to offer accreditation to all levels of collegiate business educational degree programs from associate to doctoral. ACBSP ignites a standard of excellence with an accreditation process based on the Baldrige Education Criteria for Performance Excellence. By evaluating aspects of leadership, strategic planning, relationships with stakeholders, quality of academic programs, faculty credentials, and educational support, ACBSP assesses whether or not business programs offer a rigorous educational experience and commitment to continuous quality improvement.

About Goldey-Beacom College

Founded in 1886, Goldey-Beacom College has approximately 1,100 students enrolled from 29 states and 65 nations. The College offers 48 degree options in its graduate and undergraduate programs with majors in psychology, economics, criminal justice, communication & media, human services, English, and all areas of business, including accounting, business administration, entrepreneurship and finance.

The College is committed to connecting its graduates with careers in their respective fields. For over a decade, the College has long boasted a more than 90% positive outcome rate for graduates. Goldey-Beacom College is in Pike Creek Valley, a suburb of Wilmington, Delaware. The College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs.

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