Man Met Business School achieves top status in Global MBA Rankings
Manchester Metropolitan University’s MBA has achieved a coveted Tier One position in CEO Magazine’s prestigious Global MBA Rankings, marking the University’s first appearance in the listing.
The 2026 results position the University’s Business School among an international group of leading institutions recognised for excellence in MBA provision, underscoring its growing global reputation.
Manchester Met MBA Director, Anastasia Kynighou said: “We are delighted to be recognised in the CEO Magazine Global MBA rankings. This achievement reflects our commitment on the Manchester Met MBA to fostering responsible, inclusive leadership and ensuring our students benefit from an outstanding learning experience and strong career outcomes after graduation. It is also a testament to the collective dedication and hard work of everyone involved in shaping and delivering the Manchester Met MBA.”
CEO Magazine’s Global MBA Rankings evaluate 340 programmes across 152 business schools in 24 countries, using a rigorous set of data driven criteria. Now in its 14th year, the ranking is designed to offer prospective students a clear and transparent assessment of MBA quality, focusing on areas such as faculty expertise, international diversity, class size, accreditation, professional development and gender parity.
The methodology emphasises factors that matter most to MBA candidates, including teaching quality, faculty experience, global reach, and opportunities for career development. The 2026 cycle, included 10 new entrant programmes, making this the publication’s largest benchmarking exercise to date.
The Business School holds triple accreditation, placing it in the top 1% of business schools worldwide.
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