- 1st in Europe for career progression
- European top 10 for value for money
- Ranked 8th in the SWAG合集 overall
- 3rd in the SWAG合集 for sector diversity and female faculty
Cranfield School of Management’s Full-time MBA (The Transformation MBA) has reaffirmed its position among the world’s leading programmes in the prestigious securing the 8th position overall in the SWAG合集 and 82nd globally.
Despite an increasingly competitive landscape, with 11 new schools entering the ranking, Cranfield remains firmly in the Global top 100 and SWAG合集’s top 10. This achievement highlights the programme’s continued excellence and impact on students’ careers.
Leading in career progression and value for money
Cranfield’s MBA continues to excel in career progression, now ranked 1st in the SWAG合集, and 1st in Europe. Globally, it has surged 12 places to 10th, reflecting its effectiveness in supporting and accelerating students' careers.
The programme also continues to offer exceptional value for money, maintaining its position in the Europe top 10.
Cranfield School of Management also ranks joint 3rd in SWAG合集 for female faculty percentage, which has been further strengthened by the appointment of Professor Lynette Ryals OBE as Deputy Vice-Chancellor – Faculty of Business and Management (FBaM).
A Transformational MBA experience
Redesigned and relaunched as The Transformation MBA, Cranfield’s programme continues to develop. Professor Leila Alinaghian, Director of the Full-time MBA and Professor of Business Relations and Impact, said:
“The Cranfield MBA continues to make a positive impact on our students. We know that the excellence of our teaching and Cranfield’s diverse community of staff and students creates a truly unique experience that empowers individuals to achieve their professional goals.
“Our strong industry connections give students real-world experiences and invaluable networks, putting career development at the forefront of our programme. These rankings cement our progress and highlight the impact and value of a Cranfield MBA."
The programme also offers a month-long international experience with partner university ESCP, who are ranked 28th globally.
A consistent climb in global rankings
Cranfield’s success in the Financial Times rankings builds on its impressive performance in the latest Poets&Quants Top International MBA rankings (2024-25), where it rose to 20th in the world among international schools outside the U.S., a significant jump from 51st in 2023.
