Business schools and a new global world: will they never walk alone?

This chapter explores how business schools respond to global disruption by aligning economic and social relevance with evolving models of internationalization and responsibility. It examines the pressures of post-globalization, the role of large enterprises in Europe's competitiveness, and the need for business schools to step beyond traditional silos by integrating disciplines like AI, geopolitics, and ESG. The chapter emphasizes the transformative power of applied research, the ethical implications of financial capital, and the necessity of balancing value with values to generate inclusive and sustainable impact. It outlines five strategic models of global engagement—from strong local hubs to overseas campuses—and questions how schools can scale up intellectually and structurally without compromising mission or integrity. Finally, the chapter challenges business schools to evolve into management schools that foster responsible leadership and inclusive growth in an increasingly complex and fragmented world.