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- Aston University’s Executive MBA climbs 24 places and is now ranked first in the UK (12th globally) in CEO Magazine’s Global EMBA Rankings
- The University retains Tier One full-time MBA status
- Aston remains a ‘premier DBA provider’ in the rankings.
Aston University’s Executive MBA programme has been ranked first in the UK (12th globally) alongside its online MBA, which is also ranked first in the UK in the latest Global MBA Rankings by CEO Magazine.
CEO Magazine showcases the top business schools from around the globe, and in its latest rankings, Aston University has once again maintained its status as a Tier One Global MBA institution, recognising its position as among the best in the world.
It has also been listed as a 'premier DBA provider', one of 29 UK institutions to achieve this status.
Professor Mike Caine, interim Vice-Chancellor, said: “Once again, we are proud to see Aston Business School’s MBA programmes recognised by CEO Magazine.
“Being ranked top for both of these flagship programmes is a true testament to the outstanding commitment of our faculty, the depth and relevance of our curriculum, and the drive and ambition of our students and alumni.
“This recognition reflects the real-world impact of our teaching and the global relevance of our MBA programmes, which deliver transformational learning to professionals seeking to lead with purpose and confidence in a rapidly evolving global business environment.”
Professor Marian Garcia, Dean of Aston Business School (ABS), said:
"The CEO Magazine rankings recognise Aston University's position as a leading provider of MBA education, and we’re delighted to be top of the list. Our programmes offer cutting-edge curriculums and transformational experiences that set our students up for business success, with opportunities to engage with our diverse range of industry partners and in advanced research. We are proud that growing numbers are travelling from around the world every year to gain the Aston advantage.
“This recognition reflects the real-world impact of our teaching and the value our MBA programmes deliver to professionals seeking to lead with purpose and confidence in a rapidly evolving global business environment.”
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About Aston University
For over 130 years, Aston University has been making our world a better place through education, research and innovation. Our history is intertwined with the remarkable city of Birmingham, once the heartland of the Industrial Revolution and now the thriving base for an innovation ecosystem of global significance, which Aston is co-creating.
Our vision is to be a leading university for science, technology and enterprise, measured by the positive transformational impact we achieve for our people, students, businesses and the communities we serve.
Aston focuses on high-quality, exploitable research that has an impact on society through medical breakthroughs, advancements in engineering, policy and practice in government, and the strategies and performance of business.
The university offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes, as well as continuing professional development solutions.
Thanks to its focus on delivering excellent outcomes for students, Aston University's reputation continues to grow. It was recognised as the Daily Mail University of the Year for Student Success 2025, is second in England for social mobility (2023 HEPI Social Mobility Index), and is top 20 for graduate salaries (2024 Longitudinal Education Outcomes).
Aston University is now defining its place in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (and beyond) within a rapidly changing world.
For media enquiries, contact Mark Round, Press and Communications Manager, Aston University, email: m.round@aston.ac.uk