Mission & Values
GSM University deliver high-quality, innovative, and practice-oriented business education that empowers students to become impactful leaders and change-makers in Africa and the world.
GSM Mission
Graduate School of Management (GSM) was established with a clear mission: to shape visionary leaders and professionals equipped to tackle the evolving challenges of today’s global business landscape. Based on academic excellence, industry relevance, and innovation, GSM offers an exceptional learning environment that bridges theory and practice.
of our students successfully graduate and begin their career development.
Vision
To be a leading centre of excellence in management education, research, and professional development, nurturing talent, fostering innovation, and advancing sustainable economic growth across Africa.
Our vision aligns with shifts in the global economy, society, and environment, which animates our mission and our values:
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Creativity and innovation to challenge the status quo will affect what and how we teach and the intellectual ambitions of the university itself.
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Social engagement should orient students’ academic experiences to help them become critically engaged citizens, dedicated to solving problems.
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GSM’s commitment to student success, important scholarship and creative activity, and public service sets it apart from other colleges.
Our Philosophy
At the Graduate School of Management–Abidjan, we believe that business education is not just about acquiring knowledge—it’s about shaping character, fostering ethical leadership, and driving sustainable development across Africa and beyond.
We Educate for Impact
Our core philosophy is rooted in the belief that management education should serve both individual and societal transformation. We are committed to developing competent, responsible, and visionary leaders who can tackle real-world challenges with confidence and compassion.