IEDC-Bled School of Management is one of the most innovative international business schools in Central and Eastern Europe with excellent ties to the business community in the region. More than 80% of its participants come from countries other than Slovenia, and more than one third of them are top managers. The total number of participants since the establishment in 1986 exceeds 85,000, from 90 countries. This makes IEDC a center of excellence and a major meeting point for the exchange of ideas and for exploration of best management practices in the region.