Awards & Recognition

At the American Management Association (AMA), excellence in management training and leadership development has been our mission for nearly a century. Our programs have been recognized by leading industry organizations, publications and training professionals worldwide.

Below are some of the major awards and honors AMA has received, highlighting our continued commitment to delivering world-class leadership, management, and professional development training.

Recent Awards & Honors

Training Magazine Network Choice Award Winner Leadership Development

Training Magazine Network Choice Awards – Leadership Development

Awarded: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025

AMA has been recognized as a winner in the Leadership Development category for six consecutive years. This award reflects our leadership in providing impactful training programs that help professionals strengthen leadership skills and drive organizational results.

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HR Leadership Development Solutions Award recognizing AMA training excellence

HR Leadership Development Solutions Award

Recognized for excellence in leadership development and innovative training programs designed to support HR leaders and organizations in building stronger leadership pipelines.

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Brandon Hall Group Excellence Award for learning and development innovationBrandonHallAwards-S-OnlineCourses-400X425-f-R1BrandonHallAwards-B-BlendedeLearning-400X425-f-R1

Brandon Hall Group Excellence Award

The Brandon Hall Group Excellence Awards recognize organizations that have successfully developed and deployed programs, strategies, and tools that achieve measurable business results.

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Training Industry Top 20 Leadership Training Company

  • Years Recognized: Multiple years
  • Details: AMA consistently earns a place among Training Industry’s Top 20 Leadership Training Companies, a recognition of our breadth of courses, global reach and thought leadership in management education.
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Additional Recognition

  • Recognized as a Top 20 Training Provider in multiple categories by Training Industry.
  • Honored by HR.com and other leading professional associations.
  • Consistently recognized for innovation, impact and excellence in training delivery.

Why Awards Matter

These awards reflect the trust and confidence of training professionals and industry experts. They reinforce AMA’s role as a global leader in professional development — helping individuals and organizations achieve measurable results through award-winning training programs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Has AMA won awards for leadership training?

Yes. AMA has earned multiple industry honors, including the Training Magazine Network Choice Award in Leadership Development (2020–2025) and recognition as a Top 20 Leadership Training Company by Training Industry.

What makes AMA’s training award-winning?

AMA programs are recognized for their measurable impact, innovative learning methods and ability to strengthen leadership and management skills across organizations.

Where can I find a full list of AMA’s awards?

This page highlights many of AMA’s major awards. Additional award announcements can be found in AMA news releases and articles.

Why do awards matter in management training?

Awards validate that AMA’s training programs are trusted by industry professionals and demonstrate independent recognition of their quality and effectiveness.

How often does AMA receive awards?

AMA receives awards regularly, with recognitions spanning multiple consecutive years, reflecting our long-standing leadership in professional development and management training.