SKEMA’s Global Executive MBA Ranks Fourth Worldwide in the Financial Times Ranking

In its third appearance in the Financial Times ranking of the world’s top 100 Executive MBA programs, published on October 12, 2026, SKEMA Business School has risen to fourth place worldwide. After climbing nine places since 2024, its Global Executive MBA now ranks first among the 13 French institutions featured.

Number One Worldwide for Career Progression

One of the most significant results in this year’s ranking is SKEMA’s number-one position worldwide for career progression, up two places in one year. This indicator measures graduates’ advancement within their organizations, as well as the growth of the companies in which they work.

The distinction highlights the program’s ability to support participants as they take on greater responsibilities, undergo personal transformation and develop their leadership skills.

“The strength of an Executive MBA can be measured by what its graduates achieve after completing the program. Our number-one global ranking for career progression demonstrates the impact of SKEMA’s Global Executive MBA on participants’ professional journeys. It also validates our decision to place purpose-driven leadership at the heart of the program in the age of artificial intelligence.”

According to Anke Middelmann, Program Director, and Marine Hadengue, Executive Director of SKEMA’s Global Executive MBA, technological transformation is increasing the need for informed, confident and globally minded leadership rooted in self-awareness, personal values and a clear sense of purpose.

A Network That Opens New Opportunities

The program’s alumni network ranks fifth worldwide, up six places from 2025. Graduate satisfaction also received a score of 9.77 out of 10.

These results reflect the value participants place on both the learning experience and the professional connections built throughout the program.

Putting Business Transitions at the Heart of Management

SKEMA also ranks third worldwide for its teaching of ESG and net-zero issues, moving up two places.

The program prepares business leaders to address an increasingly complex set of challenges: integrating artificial intelligence, anticipating geopolitical shifts, transforming business models and mobilizing talent, while ensuring that decisions contribute to a sustainable trajectory.

A Program Designed for Global Challenges

The program’s international ambition is reflected in a cohort made up of 90% international participants and in the structure of the learning journey.

Delivered over 20 months, the Global Executive MBA includes four residential weeks in Brazil, the United Arab Emirates, France and China. Immersion in these different economic and cultural environments helps participants broaden their perspectives and strengthen their ability to analyze, decide and act.

By reaching fourth place worldwide, SKEMA’s Global Executive MBA confirms its position among the world’s leading programs for experienced executives and business leaders.

Adaptation choices: the US English version preserves the press release’s key messages and figures while using a more fluid, editorial style suited to SKEMA’s international newsroom. Role titles and official program terminology have been retained.