Moments

Moments

FIRST ACADEMIC YEAR

The Minister of National Education enters the Higher School of Entrepreneurship and Management in the register of non-state higher education institutions. On October 4, 1993, the first academic year of the newly established university is inaugurated in a rented auditorium on Rozbrat Street.

950 STUDENTS

At the Academy of Entrepreneurship and Management around 950 people studied. While in 2014 there were over 8000 students.

The Academy signs its first cooperation agreements with foreign institutions, including the School of Economics and Management of Lund University.

ACCELERATED COMPUTERIZATION

Taiwanese PCs are synonymous with advanced technology. Computerization of the university begins – a computerized student service system is created.

The inauguration of the academic year took place for the first time at the new location, 59 Jagiellonska Street.

In agreement with AZS (the Academic Sports Association) theAcademy founded its Sports Club which consisted of 5 sections. As of 2014 the Academy has 24 disciplines, including: football,
golf, aikido, bridge, chess.

MANAGEMENT AND MARKETING

The Academy obtained the rights to conduct Master’s programs in the fields of Management and Marketing.

The Rector decided upon creating a Publishing House for the Academy.

The first graduation ceremony of the first graduates of the Academy.

LEON KOZMINSKI ACADEMY

The Academy of Entrepreneurship and Management acquired the rights to conduct studies on a Bachelor level in Finance and Accounting.

By the order of the Board of Trustees, the Academy added Professor Leon Kozminski to its name to become the Leon Kozminski Academy of Entrepreneurship and Management.

FIRST MASTER’S DEGREES

The Leon Kozminski Academy of Entrepreneurship and Management is granted the rights to award doctorate degrees in Economic Sciences in the field of Management.

The graduation ceremony of the first Master’s students takes place.

EQUIS ACCREDITATION

The EFMD (European Foundation for Management Development) awarded Leon Kozminski Academy of Entrepreneurship and Management with the EQUIS (European Quality Improvement System) accreditation. LKAEM is the only higher education institution in the Central and Eastern Europe region to be awarded this prestigious accreditation, which puts the Academy among the best business schools worldwide.

The first students began studying in the Administration field.

LEADER IN RANKINGS AND KRASP MEMBER

Leon Kozminski Academy of Entrepreneurship and Management places first in all national rankings for private higher education institutions.

by the decree of the Presidium of the Conference of Rectors of Academic Schools in Poland (CRASP), Leon Kozminski Academy of Entrepreneurship and Management became a member of CRASP, as the only representative of private universities.

Prof. Grzegorz W. Kołodko established the TIGER Research Center for Transformation, Integration and Globalization.

CEEMAN ACCREDITATION

Accreditation Committee CEEMAN (Central and East European Management Development Association) granted the university its accreditation.

Leon Kozminski Academy of Entrepreneurship and Management obtained the rights to conduct a 5-year Master’s Program in Law.

The Academy acquired the rights to conduct studies on a Master’s level in Finance and Banking.

ADMINISTRATION

The Academy acquired the rights to conduct studies on a Master’s level in Administration.

The Polish Centre of Research and Certification awarded Leon Kozminski Academy of Entrepreneurship and Management a Certificate of Quality System in postgraduate education.

PhD HABILITATION RIGHTS

By the decision of the Central Commission for Academic Titles and Degrees,  University became the first ever private university in Poland to possess the right to grant PhD habilitation in
Economic Sciences, in the field of Management.

The Ministry of National Education and Sport granted the university with rights to conduct studies in Sociology.

PHD PROGRAM

Leon Kozminski Academy of Entrepreneurship and Management, as the first in Poland, created a 3-year PhD program in the field of Management.

New undergraduate program started – European Studies.

First ever habilitation colloquium took place.

LKAEM, as the only university in Poland which obtained a distinguishing rating for its Management and Marketing course, awarded by the State Accreditation Committee.

STUDENTS LEGAL CLINIC

The Students Legal Clinic began operating – as a first for private universities.

The grand opening of the Academy’s new building by 57 Jagiellońska street.

During the new building opening ceremony, for the very first time, extraordinary graduates were awarded with the “Kozminski University Eagles of Success” trophies.

DOCTOR HONORIS CAUSA TITLE FOR PROF. KIEZUN

The ceremony of granting the Doctor Honoris Causa title to prof. Witold Kieżun by Leon Kozminski Academy of Entrepreneurship and Management. This is the first Doctor Honoris Causa title granted by a private university in Poland.

First graduates of the Law Program receive diplomas during the graduation ceremony.

AMBA ACCREDITATION

Leon Kozminski Academy of Entrepreneurship and Management is the undisputed leader in rankings created by “Rzeczpospolita”, “Perspektywy”, “Wprost”, “Polityka”, “Gazeta Finansowa” and
“Home&Market”.

At the same time LKAEM obtained first place and a gold medal at the Polish Academic Championship, organized by the University Sports Association.

The Euro*MBA program, created by a consortium of 5 European universities, including LKAEM, obtained the prestigious Association of MBAs (AMBA) accreditation.

KOZMINSKI UNIVERSITY

Leon Kozminski Academy of Entrepreneurship and Management, by the decree of the Minister of Science and Higher Education received a new name – Akademia Leona Koźmińskiego (translated into: “Kozminski University”).

The Central Commission for Academic Titles and Degrees made the decision to grant Leon Kozminski Academy of Entrepreneurship and Management with rights to award PhD titles
in Economic Sciences, in the field of Economy.

LKAEM, as the only private university in Poland, became a full-fledged and individual member of the European University Association – which represents the academic community and is the
main representative of European universities and conferences of rectors.

 

FINANCIAL TIMES RANKING

Kozminski University (KU) – as the only university in Poland – for the first time in its history appeared in the educational rankings by the “Financial Times”.

The Central Commission for Academic Titles and Degrees awarded KU the ability to grant PhD titles in the field of Law.

The University obtained the rights to conduct Bachelor and Master’s degree studies in Economics.

OSCAR FOR THE RECTOR

Kozminski University once again received a distinguishing ranking for its Management education, by the Polish Accreditation Committee.

The Science Board of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education, as a result of parametrical rating of functionality of science units, between years 2005-2009, placed Kozminski University
in category 1.

KU Rector, prof. Andrzej Koźmiński received an “Oscar” throphy from the Minister of Science and Higher Education – as a tribute for the achievements accomplished by the University.

NEW RECTOR OF THE UNIVERSITY

Prof. Witold T. Bielecki becomes the Rector of the University. Prof. Andrzej K. Koźmiński, the founder and long-time Rector, steps into the role of KU President.

Kozminski University obtained the rights to grant PhD habilitation titles in Economic Sciences, in the field of Economy.

 

AACSB ACCREDITATION

Kozminski University joined an elite group of business universities in the world, possessing the prestigious AACSB (the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business)
accreditation.

DOCTOR HONORIS CAUSA TITLE FOR PROF. SIMON

The Law Program of Kozminski University obtained a distinction from the Polish Accreditation Committee.

Prof. Hermann Simon, world-famous author, management expert, entrepreneur, founder of Simon-Kucher & Partners, received a Doctor Honoris Causa title from Kozminski
University.

The mobile app iKozminski was developed, as the first such tool offered by Polish universities.

LEO LION SCULPTURE

An unveiling of a sculpture of a lion lying on a globe. On the occasion of the 20th anniversary of the University, it was founded by Alicja and Andrzej Kozminski.

The founder of IKEA, Ingvar Kamprad, received the Doctor Honoris Causa title from Kozminski University.

Kozminski University obtained permission to grant PhD titles in Social Sciences, in the field of Sociology, as well as PhD titles in Economic Sciences, in the field of Finance.

AWARDS AND HONORS

President of Kozminski University, prof. Andrzej Koźmiński, received a special award for the University from the “Dziennik Gazeta Prawna” journal, for skillful connection of education and business. The journal awards companies, that bring Poland closer to the world.

Kozminski University received a distinction for its academic exchange program ERASMUS, in the institutional category in the EDUinspiracje (EDUinspiration) contest.

COOPERATION WITH ESCP

The Academy is entering into a strategic partnership with the oldest and one of the most prestigious business schools in the world – ESCP Business School. Thus, it becomes (along with Paris, London, Madrid, Turin and Berlin) its Central European campus.

The university becomes a Leader in Management and Internationalization.

GrowPoint, the university entrepreneurship accelerator started to operate.

RIGHTS TO GRANT PHD HABILITATIONS IN LAW

The academy obtains the rights to grant PhD habilitation titles in Laws.

The Academy wins a Diamond Grant from the Ministry of Science and Higher Education to fund projects of outstandingly talented students.

The Master in Finance and Accounting program obtains CFA Institute Recognition.

DOCTOR HONORIS CAUSA TITLE FOR PROF. KOZMINSKI

Prof. Andrzej Kozminski receives an honoris causa doctorate from ESCP Business School.

An agreement with CIMA is signed, allowing students to obtain an international diploma in management accounting.

BEST BUSINESS SCHOOL

Prof. Edward C. Prescott is awarded an honoris causa doctorate from Kozminski University.

The University ranks high in the Financial Times world rankings – once again the best business school in the Central and Eastern European region.

ACCA accreditation for the Master in Finance and Accounting Program. The program is the only one in Europe with three prestigious accreditations from professional associations (CFA, CAIA, ACCA).

BLOOMBERG FINANCIAL LAB

Prof. Andrzej K. Kozminski receives the “Stars of Internationalization” award.

The Bloomberg Lab is established, allowing students to work with real analysis, indicators and information from all the world’s financial markets.

NEW RECTOR OF KOZMINSKI UNIVERSITY

The function of Rector of Kozminski University is assumed by Prof. Grzegorz Mazurek.

The University is in the first edition of Positive Impact Rating – as one of 30 business universities in the world and the only one from Poland.

The Academy is the first in Poland to announce its Sustainability Goals.

Business School Impact System (BSIS) certification, showing real impact on the socio-economic environment.

The digital transformation of the Academy is gaining momentum – in the face of pandemonium, all classes are delivered online.

EMBA CONSORTIUM

The Academy joins the ranks of the world’s leading business schools in forming the EMBA Consortium.

The Academy becomes a member of the RRBM organization, a virtual community of scholars from around the world.

The Office of Wellbeing begins its activities.

INTERVENTION POINT FOR UKRAINE

The Academy operates an intervention point – a volunteer-based support place for refugees from Ukraine.

The Academy is strengthening its position among about 100 elite business universities with the so-called “triple crown” accreditation.

The Financial Times ranking confirmed that Kozminski University is the best business university in Central and Eastern Europe.

Promotion in the Positive Impact Rating to the group of Universities consistently transforming their policies in terms of protecting the planet and its inhabitants.

SPECIAL 30TH ANNIVERSARY

The Academy is celebrating its 30th anniversary.

The Academy is one of the first in the world to publish its recommendations related to ChatGPT and other text, video, image or audio generators.

Rector of Kozminski University appointed to the Innovation Council of the European University Association (EUA).

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FIRST ACADEMIC YEAR

The Minister of National Education enters the Higher School of Entrepreneurship and Management in the register of non-state higher education institutions. On October 4, 1993, the first academic year of the newly established university is inaugurated in a rented auditorium on Rozbrat Street.

950 STUDENTS

At the Academy of Entrepreneurship and Management around 950 people studied. While in 2014 there were over 8000 students.

The Academy signs its first cooperation agreements with foreign institutions, including the School of Economics and Management of Lund University.

ACCELERATED COMPUTERIZATION

Taiwanese PCs are synonymous with advanced technology. Computerization of the university begins – a computerized student service system is created.

The inauguration of the academic year took place for the first time at the new location, 59 Jagiellonska Street.

In agreement with AZS (the Academic Sports Association) theAcademy founded its Sports Club which consisted of 5 sections. As of 2014 the Academy has 24 disciplines, including: football,
golf, aikido, bridge, chess.

MANAGEMENT AND MARKETING

The Academy obtained the rights to conduct Master’s programs in the fields of Management and Marketing.

The Rector decided upon creating a Publishing House for the Academy.

The first graduation ceremony of the first graduates of the Academy.

LEON KOZMINSKI ACADEMY

The Academy of Entrepreneurship and Management acquired the rights to conduct studies on a Bachelor level in Finance and Accounting.

By the order of the Board of Trustees, the Academy added Professor Leon Kozminski to its name to become the Leon Kozminski Academy of Entrepreneurship and Management.

FIRST MASTER’S DEGREES

The Leon Kozminski Academy of Entrepreneurship and Management is granted the rights to award doctorate degrees in Economic Sciences in the field of Management.

The graduation ceremony of the first Master’s students takes place.

EQUIS ACCREDITATION

The EFMD (European Foundation for Management Development) awarded Leon Kozminski Academy of Entrepreneurship and Management with the EQUIS (European Quality Improvement System) accreditation. LKAEM is the only higher education institution in the Central and Eastern Europe region to be awarded this prestigious accreditation, which puts the Academy among the best business schools worldwide.

The first students began studying in the Administration field.

LEADER IN RANKINGS AND KRASP MEMBER

Leon Kozminski Academy of Entrepreneurship and Management places first in all national rankings for private higher education institutions.

by the decree of the Presidium of the Conference of Rectors of Academic Schools in Poland (CRASP), Leon Kozminski Academy of Entrepreneurship and Management became a member of CRASP, as the only representative of private universities.

Prof. Grzegorz W. Kołodko established the TIGER Research Center for Transformation, Integration and Globalization.

CEEMAN ACCREDITATION

Accreditation Committee CEEMAN (Central and East European Management Development Association) granted the university its accreditation.

Leon Kozminski Academy of Entrepreneurship and Management obtained the rights to conduct a 5-year Master’s Program in Law.

The Academy acquired the rights to conduct studies on a Master’s level in Finance and Banking.

ADMINISTRATION

The Academy acquired the rights to conduct studies on a Master’s level in Administration.

The Polish Centre of Research and Certification awarded Leon Kozminski Academy of Entrepreneurship and Management a Certificate of Quality System in postgraduate education.

PhD HABILITATION RIGHTS

By the decision of the Central Commission for Academic Titles and Degrees,  University became the first ever private university in Poland to possess the right to grant PhD habilitation in
Economic Sciences, in the field of Management.

The Ministry of National Education and Sport granted the university with rights to conduct studies in Sociology.

PHD PROGRAM

Leon Kozminski Academy of Entrepreneurship and Management, as the first in Poland, created a 3-year PhD program in the field of Management.

New undergraduate program started – European Studies.

First ever habilitation colloquium took place.

LKAEM, as the only university in Poland which obtained a distinguishing rating for its Management and Marketing course, awarded by the State Accreditation Committee.

STUDENTS LEGAL CLINIC

The Students Legal Clinic began operating – as a first for private universities.

The grand opening of the Academy’s new building by 57 Jagiellońska street.

During the new building opening ceremony, for the very first time, extraordinary graduates were awarded with the “Kozminski University Eagles of Success” trophies.

DOCTOR HONORIS CAUSA TITLE FOR PROF. KIEZUN

The ceremony of granting the Doctor Honoris Causa title to prof. Witold Kieżun by Leon Kozminski Academy of Entrepreneurship and Management. This is the first Doctor Honoris Causa title granted by a private university in Poland.

First graduates of the Law Program receive diplomas during the graduation ceremony.

AMBA ACCREDITATION

Leon Kozminski Academy of Entrepreneurship and Management is the undisputed leader in rankings created by “Rzeczpospolita”, “Perspektywy”, “Wprost”, “Polityka”, “Gazeta Finansowa” and
“Home&Market”.

At the same time LKAEM obtained first place and a gold medal at the Polish Academic Championship, organized by the University Sports Association.

The Euro*MBA program, created by a consortium of 5 European universities, including LKAEM, obtained the prestigious Association of MBAs (AMBA) accreditation.

KOZMINSKI UNIVERSITY

Leon Kozminski Academy of Entrepreneurship and Management, by the decree of the Minister of Science and Higher Education received a new name – Akademia Leona Koźmińskiego (translated into: “Kozminski University”).

The Central Commission for Academic Titles and Degrees made the decision to grant Leon Kozminski Academy of Entrepreneurship and Management with rights to award PhD titles
in Economic Sciences, in the field of Economy.

LKAEM, as the only private university in Poland, became a full-fledged and individual member of the European University Association – which represents the academic community and is the
main representative of European universities and conferences of rectors.

 

FINANCIAL TIMES RANKING

Kozminski University (KU) – as the only university in Poland – for the first time in its history appeared in the educational rankings by the “Financial Times”.

The Central Commission for Academic Titles and Degrees awarded KU the ability to grant PhD titles in the field of Law.

The University obtained the rights to conduct Bachelor and Master’s degree studies in Economics.

OSCAR FOR THE RECTOR

Kozminski University once again received a distinguishing ranking for its Management education, by the Polish Accreditation Committee.

The Science Board of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education, as a result of parametrical rating of functionality of science units, between years 2005-2009, placed Kozminski University
in category 1.

KU Rector, prof. Andrzej Koźmiński received an “Oscar” throphy from the Minister of Science and Higher Education – as a tribute for the achievements accomplished by the University.

NEW RECTOR OF THE UNIVERSITY

Prof. Witold T. Bielecki becomes the Rector of the University. Prof. Andrzej K. Koźmiński, the founder and long-time Rector, steps into the role of KU President.

Kozminski University obtained the rights to grant PhD habilitation titles in Economic Sciences, in the field of Economy.

 

AACSB ACCREDITATION

Kozminski University joined an elite group of business universities in the world, possessing the prestigious AACSB (the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business)
accreditation.

DOCTOR HONORIS CAUSA TITLE FOR PROF. SIMON

The Law Program of Kozminski University obtained a distinction from the Polish Accreditation Committee.

Prof. Hermann Simon, world-famous author, management expert, entrepreneur, founder of Simon-Kucher & Partners, received a Doctor Honoris Causa title from Kozminski
University.

The mobile app iKozminski was developed, as the first such tool offered by Polish universities.

LEO LION SCULPTURE

An unveiling of a sculpture of a lion lying on a globe. On the occasion of the 20th anniversary of the University, it was founded by Alicja and Andrzej Kozminski.

The founder of IKEA, Ingvar Kamprad, received the Doctor Honoris Causa title from Kozminski University.

Kozminski University obtained permission to grant PhD titles in Social Sciences, in the field of Sociology, as well as PhD titles in Economic Sciences, in the field of Finance.

AWARDS AND HONORS

President of Kozminski University, prof. Andrzej Koźmiński, received a special award for the University from the “Dziennik Gazeta Prawna” journal, for skillful connection of education and business. The journal awards companies, that bring Poland closer to the world.

Kozminski University received a distinction for its academic exchange program ERASMUS, in the institutional category in the EDUinspiracje (EDUinspiration) contest.

COOPERATION WITH ESCP

The Academy is entering into a strategic partnership with the oldest and one of the most prestigious business schools in the world – ESCP Business School. Thus, it becomes (along with Paris, London, Madrid, Turin and Berlin) its Central European campus.

The university becomes a Leader in Management and Internationalization.

GrowPoint, the university entrepreneurship accelerator started to operate.

RIGHTS TO GRANT PHD HABILITATIONS IN LAW

The academy obtains the rights to grant PhD habilitation titles in Laws.

The Academy wins a Diamond Grant from the Ministry of Science and Higher Education to fund projects of outstandingly talented students.

The Master in Finance and Accounting program obtains CFA Institute Recognition.

DOCTOR HONORIS CAUSA TITLE FOR PROF. KOZMINSKI

Prof. Andrzej Kozminski receives an honoris causa doctorate from ESCP Business School.

An agreement with CIMA is signed, allowing students to obtain an international diploma in management accounting.

BEST BUSINESS SCHOOL

Prof. Edward C. Prescott is awarded an honoris causa doctorate from Kozminski University.

The University ranks high in the Financial Times world rankings – once again the best business school in the Central and Eastern European region.

ACCA accreditation for the Master in Finance and Accounting Program. The program is the only one in Europe with three prestigious accreditations from professional associations (CFA, CAIA, ACCA).

BLOOMBERG FINANCIAL LAB

Prof. Andrzej K. Kozminski receives the “Stars of Internationalization” award.

The Bloomberg Lab is established, allowing students to work with real analysis, indicators and information from all the world’s financial markets.

NEW RECTOR OF KOZMINSKI UNIVERSITY

The function of Rector of Kozminski University is assumed by Prof. Grzegorz Mazurek.

The University is in the first edition of Positive Impact Rating – as one of 30 business universities in the world and the only one from Poland.

The Academy is the first in Poland to announce its Sustainability Goals.

Business School Impact System (BSIS) certification, showing real impact on the socio-economic environment.

The digital transformation of the Academy is gaining momentum – in the face of pandemonium, all classes are delivered online.

EMBA CONSORTIUM

The Academy joins the ranks of the world’s leading business schools in forming the EMBA Consortium.

The Academy becomes a member of the RRBM organization, a virtual community of scholars from around the world.

The Office of Wellbeing begins its activities.

INTERVENTION POINT FOR UKRAINE

The Academy operates an intervention point – a volunteer-based support place for refugees from Ukraine.

The Academy is strengthening its position among about 100 elite business universities with the so-called “triple crown” accreditation.

The Financial Times ranking confirmed that Kozminski University is the best business university in Central and Eastern Europe.

Promotion in the Positive Impact Rating to the group of Universities consistently transforming their policies in terms of protecting the planet and its inhabitants.

SPECIAL 30TH ANNIVERSARY

The Academy is celebrating its 30th anniversary.

The Academy is one of the first in the world to publish its recommendations related to ChatGPT and other text, video, image or audio generators.

Rector of Kozminski University appointed to the Innovation Council of the European University Association (EUA).