On January 15, 2026, Top Employers Institute officially released the list of organizations certified as "Top Employers China 2026." School of Management at Fudan University (Fudan SoM) was honored with the "Top Employer China 2026" certification.

Since 2022, Fudan SoM has participated in and consecutively obtained employer excellence certifications. This year marks our School's first participation in the "Top Employer China" certification initiated by Top Employers Institute, and it is the sole higher education institution included on the 2026 list. The recognition underscores our School's outstanding capabilities in continuously energizing its organization, prioritizing individual development, and successfully cultivating a high-quality workplace environment.

Active across 131 countries and regions, Top Employers Institute is a globally recognized authority in human resources certification, benchmarking, and advisory services. Launched in 1991, the "Top Employer China" program evaluates organizations based on best practices in human resources, covering six core domains: Talent Strategy, Work Environment, Talent Acquisition, Learning and Development, Diversity and Inclusion, and Employee Wellbeing. The globally standardized certification process includes pre-screening, questionnaire validation, and independent third-party audits. Emphasizing institutional independence to ensure objectivity and fairness, the certification is regarded as one of the most influential annual recognitions in the global HR field.

Adrian Seligman, Chief Executive Officer of Top Employers Institute, noted that the "Top Employer China 2026" certification reflects Fudan SoM's commitment to building an exceptional workplace and achieving sustainable organizational development. The strong alignment between its talent strategy and organizational objectives, together with a commitment to continuous improvement, demonstrates the far-reaching impact of its transformational practices. He expressed appreciation for the School's significant contributions to advancing better workplace environments in China.

Professor Xiongwen Lu, Dean of School of Management at Fudan University, stated that the School's first-time participation and successful recognition in the "Top Employer China" certification not only further enhances its employer brand in domestic and international markets and strengthens its attractiveness to high-caliber talent, but also serves as a comprehensive and systematic management review. The certification ushers in a new chapter for the School to continuously optimize its management systems, enhance organizational effectiveness, and build sustainable competitive advantages.