Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire — Graduate School of Management, Abidjan (GSM) successfully held its 2025 Graduation Ceremony under the inspiring theme “Innovating for Impact: Shaping Leaders of Quality for a Transforming World.” The event marked a major academic milestone as the institution proudly graduated students across its postgraduate, and undergraduate programs. A total of 86 students were celebrated during the ceremony, drawn from both master and bachelor levels.
In his welcome address, the Rector of GSM Dr. TANDOH Bismark emphasized the institution’s firm commitment to producing graduates who are innovative, ethically grounded, and quality-driven. He noted that innovation without integrity is incomplete, and quality without vision limits impact.
The Guest Speaker Mr. Christian BUGABO an investment Executive at GroFin, Rwanda, challenged the graduates to become transformational leaders— individuals who use their knowledge to create value, solve real-world problems, and uplift their communities.
Outstanding students were recognized with awards for academic excellence, leadership, innovation, and community service. The ceremony was attended by parents, guardians, faculty members, industry
partners, and invited dignitaries, all of whom joined in celebrating the achievements and future potential of the graduating class.
The Graduate School of Management, Abidjan remains committed to its mission of developing high-quality leaders equipped with the skills, creativity, and discipline required to drive sustainable development in Africa and beyond.
