Access Knowledge. Access the World.

Organization Missionand Strategic Plan

MissionA leader in international education, academic exchange, and overseas language immersion, American Councils creates opportunities that prepare individuals and institutions to succeed in an increasingly interconnected world.

VisionAmerican Councils is helping to build a world of globally competent citizens, successful institutions, and responsible nations.

Mission & Vision

Our Core Values• Support international education and research.• Advance the study and teaching of world languages and

cultures.• Deliver only the highest quality educational programs.• Provide access to people from diverse backgrounds.• Provide necessary support structure and tools to ensure

educational quality and outcomes.• Recognize our employees as our most valuable asset.• Develop and nurture lasting global partnerships.• Evaluate performance to ensure success.• Respect all cultures and peoples.• Operate with fairness, transparency, and accountability.

American Councils’ Strategic Plan

Become a Global Leader in Our

Industry

Build a Global Brand by Clearly Communicating Capabilities and

Successes to the World

Secure the Dominant Market Share in Core Activities

Increase Industry Presence through Thought Leadership

Expand Core Activities intoNew Geographies Grow Financial Strength

Upgrade Physical and Technological Infrastructure

to Fuel Growth

Maintain and Develop aWorld-Class Staff

Defend AgainstPotentially-Damaging Events

Protect and Grow the Organization’s

Asset Base

Diversify the Business Model

Solidify and Expand Core Activities into Other Subject

Areas and Geographies

Develop New Capabilitiesto Take Advantage of Emerging

Business Opportunities

Create New Revenue Streams from Existing

Competencies and Assets