The world's largest business education alliance has named Deputy Minister of Public Education Rustam Karimjanov as the most influential leader of 2021.

The Association for the Advancement of Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) annually recognizes renowned graduates of business schools accredited by the International Association for the Advancement of Business Schools (AACSB) and serves as an inspiration for future generations.

“Currently, Rustam Karimjanov is the Deputy Minister of Public Education of the Republic of Uzbekistan. He has been involved in the reform, development and management of school education in Uzbekistan. He will lead the implementation and coordination of modern information technologies, innovations and vocational education systems for schoolchildren, ”the alliance said in a statement.

“We are proud of the efforts of business school graduates like Rustam Karimjanov. SolBridge is developing leaders who are ready to change the world, and AACSB recognizes Rustam Karimjanov's positive impact on society, ”said Karin L. Beck-Dudley, President and CEO of AACSB.

Among the influential leaders of the ranking, which has been held for six years, are 250 business school graduates who have made a significant impact on business and society. All honorary graduates have a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree from more than 870 AACSB-accredited business schools around the world.

Founded in 1916, AACSB is the world's largest business education association, bringing together the next generation of teachers, students and business leaders. In more than 100 countries and regions, AACSB develops interactions, accelerates innovation, and enhances the impact of business education.

“I learned leadership skills in innovation, critical and systematic thinking, openness to change and challenge, and positive impact at SolBridge, and these are now my core life principles. As I learned at SolBridge, I will strive to develop and implement systemic and strategic reforms that will lead young people to innovation, live better lives through technological advances, and have a positive impact on their communities, ”said Rustam Karimjanov.