IEDC-Bled School of Management is a prominent international management development institution located in Bled, Slovenia. Founded in 1986, it was the first business school of its kind in Central and Eastern Europe, specializing in executive education, leadership development, and postgraduate studies. As an independent private limited liability company since 1995, IEDC is owned by 26-29 corporate partners, including the Municipality of Bled. The school is recognized as a "Centre of Excellence" for executive education and research, focusing on innovative thinking and responsible leadership. IEDC offers a variety of programs, including an International Executive MBA, Executive PhD, and Doctor of Business Administration (DBA). With a faculty of 60 members, all with international experience, IEDC has trained over 100,000 executives from around the world. The institution emphasizes ethical leadership and integrates insights from various fields, fostering a creative environment for idea exchange and best practices in management.