University of Manchester Ranking #21 in QS Global EMBA Rankings 2026 

The Manchester Global Executive MBA programme has debuted in the QS Global EMBA Rankings 2026 with a rank of 21st! The survey ranks over 200 EMBA programmes and we are proud of this exceptional achievement as first-time entrants to this ranking.

Notably, the programme ranks 5th in Diversity, surpassing all other UK schools and reflecting the truly global experience of this programme. 

The Manchester Global Executive MBA programme is a truly global cohort, with students from all regions, and studying at multiple global centres, including the University of Manchester East Asia Centre in Hong Kong.  

The University of Manchester East Asia Centre is proud of its current students and alumni of the Global Executive MBA programme for being a big part of its success.

More information about the Manchester Global Executive MBA  

The Manchester Global Executive MBA is an 18-month programme designed for our most senior executives. With five possible global campus locations, the international exposure on this programme and the global networks gained are unparalleled. 

Students attend 4 core workshop residentials as a cohort in Manchester, Dubai, and Hong Kong for greater exposure to international business culture, then choose your own electives at any of our 5 global centres. We provide 26 nights of accommodation across the three core global locations.

Modern leadership requires modern understandings. Our core courses help you keep abreast of modern developments. Examples include Digital Economy, which boosts your understanding of e-commerce, technology and AI's impacts on key industries.

Each Manchester Global Executive MBA contains an average of 16 nationalities, all with an average of 12 years of managerial experience and an average age of 40. This allows participants to gain a variety of perspectives from across regions and across industries throughout their studies.  

Intake Dates: January and July 

To hear more about this programme, sign up for a one-to-one consultation with our Admissions Team.