Accreditation is our core competency, and we do not want to lose sight of that. The performance indicators project continued development with a task force and plans for a pilot study. This is important because the one unanimous voice we have heard is the need you have for more information in benchmarking and understanding trends. With all members participating, we will have an authoritative source of industry data. This will also be a key step in creating brand identity.
Globalization continues with gusto.
The number of schools outside the U.S. and Canada is increasing dramatically. This ratifies our core competency. At the same time, we are developing working relationships with other geographical associations of business schools, which will give us more opportunities to learn. The 2002 Global Forum in Bangkok will be an important event as well and I urge you to start planning now. We will make this an affordable and worthwhile experience for all members.