About us
About us
Rio de Janeiro, March 7th, 2025
Rio de Janeiro, March 7th, 2025
Dear Lasallians,
Dear Lasallians,
Several of our IALU universities have joined forces on behalf of our collective network in business. At IALU, we have encouraged and supported that initiative as a way of delivering more for all our members, in line with our efforts of decentralization.
Several of our IALU universities have joined forces on behalf of our collective network in business. At IALU, we have encouraged and supported that initiative as a way of delivering more for all our members, in line with our efforts of decentralization.
This alliance represents a landmark initiative aimed at uniting the collective strength of Lasallian business schools worldwide to redefine the future of business education.
This alliance represents a landmark initiative aimed at uniting the collective strength of Lasallian business schools worldwide to redefine the future of business education.
The LSBSA is envisioned as a collaborative network that leverages the expertise, resources, and innovative spirit of its members to address pressing global challenges. By working together, we aim to empower our students and faculty, enhance our institutions' global impact, and drive meaningful social and economic transformation.
The LSBSA is envisioned as a collaborative network that leverages the expertise, resources, and innovative spirit of its members to address pressing global challenges. By working together, we aim to empower our students and faculty, enhance our institutions' global impact, and drive meaningful social and economic transformation.
We encourage you to actively participate in this initiative as we collective strive to establish one of the largest and most impactful business school networks globally, recognized for its extensive faculty network, diverse student body, and significant impact on social transformation.
We encourage you to actively participate in this initiative as we collective strive to establish one of the largest and most impactful business school networks globally, recognized for its extensive faculty network, diverse student body, and significant impact on social transformation.
We look forward to the continued growth and success of the La Salle Business School Alliance and the transformative impact it will have on global business education.
We look forward to the continued growth and success of the La Salle Business School Alliance and the transformative impact it will have on global business education.
Sincerely,
Sincerely,
Carlos Coelho
Carlos Coelho
Executive Director, International Association of La Salle Universities
Executive Director, International Association of La Salle Universities
What is La Salle?
What is La Salle?
La Salle is an educational institution with over 300 years of history, present in 78 countries across all five continents.
La Salle is an educational institution with over 300 years of history, present in 78 countries across all five continents.
Founded in 1680 by Saint John Baptist de La Salle in Reims, France, has been, since its beginnings, an institution dedicated to the human and Christian education of children and young people, especially those with any kind of poverty.
Founded in 1680 by Saint John Baptist de La Salle in Reims, France, has been, since its beginnings, an institution dedicated to the human and Christian education of children and young people, especially those with any kind of poverty.
La Salle, with its vast international network, ensures that its students receive an education that not only provides knowledge but also equips them with the tools to develop as committed, compassionate individuals ready to face the challenges of the modern world. This global network of excellence is designed to offer all students a transformative education that empowers them to reach their fullest potential.
La Salle, with its vast international network, ensures that its students receive an education that not only provides knowledge but also equips them with the tools to develop as committed, compassionate individuals ready to face the challenges of the modern world. This global network of excellence is designed to offer all students a transformative education that empowers them to reach their fullest potential.
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Educational works
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1,160,328
Impacted students worldwide
241,742
241,742
University students
105,865
105,865
Educators
241,742
University students
105,865
Educators
Why are we creating LSBSA?
Why are we creating LSBSA?
The La Salle Business School Alliance was created to strengthen the global collaboration between Lasallian Business Schools. The initiative aims to enhance academic programming, create opportunities for faculty and student exchanges, and develop new initiatives like micro-credentials and global alumni networks. This Alliance is built on shared values and the vision to advance business education, address global challenges, and create transformative experiences for students and faculty within the Lasallian educational network.
The La Salle Business School Alliance was created to strengthen the global collaboration between Lasallian Business Schools. The initiative aims to enhance academic programming, create opportunities for faculty and student exchanges, and develop new initiatives like micro-credentials and global alumni networks. This Alliance is built on shared values and the vision to advance business education, address global challenges, and create transformative experiences for students and faculty within the Lasallian educational network.
Story
Story
The origin of the Alliance dates back to the summer of 2019, during the Lasallian Leadership Program, where the idea was sparked after recognizing the transformative potential of the Lasallian network. In 2020, with the support of Don Gibson, then Dean at Manhattan University, the first virtual meetings were held with six Lasallian Business School Deans, which led to the creation of an informal association. Over the next few years, the group expanded to include global colleagues and initiated projects like an annual societal impact competition. By February 2024, conversations with key Deans reinforced the desire to extend this collaboration globally, leading to the formation of a formal alliance.
The origin of the Alliance dates back to the summer of 2019, during the Lasallian Leadership Program, where the idea was sparked after recognizing the transformative potential of the Lasallian network. In 2020, with the support of Don Gibson, then Dean at Manhattan University, the first virtual meetings were held with six Lasallian Business School Deans, which led to the creation of an informal association. Over the next few years, the group expanded to include global colleagues and initiated projects like an annual societal impact competition. By February 2024, conversations with key Deans reinforced the desire to extend this collaboration globally, leading to the formation of a formal alliance.
Timeline
Timeline
Summer 2019
Summer 2019
Idea conceived during the Lasallian Leadership Program.
Idea conceived during the Lasallian Leadership Program.
August 2020
August 2020
First virtual meeting with six Lasallian Business School Deans, forming an informal association.
First virtual meeting with six Lasallian Business School Deans, forming an informal association.
Spring 2022
Spring 2022
Launched annual societal impact case competition for students
Launched annual societal impact case competition for students
September 2023
September 2023
Extended invitations to Lasallian colleagues worldwide, beginning global expansion.
Extended invitations to Lasallian colleagues worldwide, beginning global expansion.
February 2024
February 2024
Discussions at AACSB Dean’s Conference in Barcelona, solidifying the desire to formalize the Alliance.
Discussions at AACSB Dean’s Conference in Barcelona, solidifying the desire to formalize the Alliance.
September 2024
September 2024
La Salle Business School Summit in Mexico, with representatives from 23 Lasallian Business Schools to establish an alliance framework.
La Salle Business School Summit in Mexico, with representatives from 23 Lasallian Business Schools to establish an alliance framework.
December 2024
December 2024
Official announcement of the La Salle Business School Alliance at the IALU Board meeting.
Official announcement of the La Salle Business School Alliance at the IALU Board meeting.
January 2025
January 2025
LSBSA First General Assembly.
LSBSA First General Assembly.
Mission
Mission
To harness the collective capabilities of the Lasallian network to enrich the educational journey of business students and faculty, innovating to equip them with essential global competencies and empowering them as ethical, transformative leaders in a diverse and interconnected world.
To harness the collective capabilities of the Lasallian network to enrich the educational journey of business students and faculty, innovating to equip them with essential global competencies and empowering them as ethical, transformative leaders in a diverse and interconnected world.
Vision
Vision
To establish the alliance as one of the largest and most impactful business school networks globally, recognized for its extensive faculty network, diverse student body, and significant impact on social transformation.
To establish the alliance as one of the largest and most impactful business school networks globally, recognized for its extensive faculty network, diverse student body, and significant impact on social transformation.
Values
Values
Ethical leadership
Academic excellence
Commitment to sustainable development
Diversity, inclusion, equity and justice
Technology, innovation and creativity
Diversity, inclusion, equity and justice
Technology, innovation and creativity
Governance
Regional Leaders
President
North America and Bethlehem
Ryan Butt
Vice President
Europe and Africa
Christopher Kennett
Asia & Pacific Islands
Emilina Sarreal
Mexico
Gabriel Camacho
South & Central America
Andrés Ortiz (Spanish speaking)
South & Central America
Cássio Cassel (Portuguese speaking)
Executive board
President: Ryan Butt
Dean, College of Business, Lewis University
Vice President: Christopher Kennett
Dean, La Salle - University of Ramon Llull
General Coordination Team (Barcelona)
Josep Miquel Piqué
Carina Rapetti
Víctor Alves
Devi Chithran
Why Join the LBSA?
Why Join the LBSA?
Membership in the LaSalle Business School Alliance (LBSA) offers a distinctive opportunity for Lasallian business schools around the world to engage in a dynamic, mission-driven network dedicated to advancing Catholic business education through collaboration, innovation, and shared values.
Membership in the LaSalle Business School Alliance (LBSA) offers a distinctive opportunity for Lasallian business schools around the world to engage in a dynamic, mission-driven network dedicated to advancing Catholic business education through collaboration, innovation, and shared values.
1. Global Lasallian Network
1. Global Lasallian Network
• Connect with over 60 Lasallian institutions globally through the IALU.
• Connect with over 60 Lasallian institutions globally through the IALU.
• Join a focused community of business educators aligned with Lasallian values.
• Strengthen your international reputation through association with a global Lasallian identity.
2. Collaborative Academic Opportunities
2. Collaborative Academic Opportunities
• Engage in faculty exchanges, joint research projects, and curriculum co-development.
• Engage in faculty exchanges, joint research projects, and curriculum co-development.
• Participate in thematic working groups that tackle global challenges in business education.
• Access shared teaching and learning resources developed across the network.
3. Student Enrichment Programs
3. Student Enrichment Programs
• Offer students opportunities for international mobility, virtual exchanges, and immersive experiences.
• Offer students opportunities for international mobility, virtual exchanges, and immersive experiences.
• Create joint programs or short-term courses with member institutions.
• Participate in global student challenges and case competitions.
4. Faculty Development
4. Faculty Development
• Access webinars, seminars, and workshops led by global educators.
• Access webinars, seminars, and workshops led by global educators.
• Participate in retreats, pedagogy labs, and leadership series.
• Share best practices in Lasallian-informed teaching.
5. Visibility and Prestige
5. Visibility and Prestige
• Be recognized at the LBSA General Assembly and global events.
• Be recognized at the LBSA General Assembly and global events.
• Showcase achievements in LBSA publications.
• Enhance your profile through collaborative initiatives.
5. Visibility and Prestige
5. Visibility and Prestige
• Be recognized at the LBSA General Assembly and global events.
• Be recognized at the LBSA General Assembly and global events.
• Showcase achievements in LBSA publications.
• Enhance your profile through collaborative initiatives.
6. Lasallian Mission Integration
6. Lasallian Mission Integration
• Deepen alignment with the Lasallian mission of ethical leadership and service.
• Deepen alignment with the Lasallian mission of ethical leadership and service.
• Join mission-focused initiatives promoting social justice and inclusion.
7. Strategic Growth and Institutional Support
7. Strategic Growth and Institutional Support
• Gain feedback through the membership review process.
• Gain feedback through the membership review process.
• Access mentorship for expanding business programs.
• Use LBSA as a platform to reduce overhead by collaborating.
8. Annual and Ongoing Engagement
8. Annual and Ongoing Engagement
• Attend the LBSA General Assembly and member summits.
• Attend the LBSA General Assembly and member summits.
• Receive newsletters and research updates.
• Share updates and case studies in the LBSA knowledge community.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Join a mission-driven alliance of institutions committed to values-based, global business education.
Join a mission-driven alliance of institutions committed to values-based, global business education.
To begin your application, contact the LBSA today.
© 2025, LaSalle Business School Alliance
© 2025, LaSalle Business School Alliance
© 2025, LaSalle Business School Alliance