ESCP EMBA recognised among the best globally
ESCP Business School’s Executive MBA programme has been ranked #1 in Europe and #3 worldwide in the 2025 Financial Times ranking of the top 100 Executive MBA programmes. For the third consecutive year, ESCP’s EMBA holds the top position in Europe and in all countries where its campuses are located: the UK, France, Germany, Italy, Poland, and Spain. This achievement underscores ESCP’s leadership in executive education and the strength of its European model with an international outlook.
“These results are a testament to our commitment to shaping leaders who drive positive change and our belief in education that bridges borders, disciplines, and perspectives. ESCP continues to set the standard for a truly international, responsible, and forward-looking business education,” said Professor Léon Laulusa, Executive President and Dean of ESCP Business School.
Career progress and leadership impact
- ESCP achieved #1 for career progress, measured by changes in seniority and organisation size among EMBA alumni.
- The programme helps participants surpass ambitions and become responsible, impactful leaders globally.
- Sustainability and ESG leadership
- ESCP moved up one place from 2024 to rank #1 worldwide for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and net zero teaching.
- Professors are required to identify two to four Sustainable Development Goals that each course contributes to, reflecting the school’s long-standing commitment to sustainability and ethics.
International experience and alumni network
- The programme ranks #2 for international course experience and #5 for alumni network.
- 95% of participants and 93% of faculty are international, fostering a global learning environment where perspectives are shared across industries, cultures, and continents.
Flexible and customisable EMBA model
Participants can tailor the programme to their goals by choosing:
- Course locations: across six campuses or online
- Format: monthly or intensive week blocks
- Duration: 18, 22, 30, or 34 months
- Electives: more than 50 courses to align with professional aspirations
Overall, the ESCP EMBA earned a participant satisfaction score of 9.67 out of 10, according to the Financial Times.
“The ESCP EMBA goes far beyond business education. It’s a transformational experience that equips participants with the strategic insight and human values needed to navigate today’s complex global challenges,” said Professor Francesco Venuti, Associate Dean of the Executive MBA.
“We are deeply proud of this year’s results, which reflect the passion of our participants and alumni, the excellence of our faculty, and the collective power of our global community. ESCP’s EMBA continues to prove that international, responsible, and human-centred leadership is the way forward,” said Manon Marinière, Director of the Executive MBA.
Financial Times 2025 EMBA ranking highlights
- Evaluated 100 programmes based on alumni career progression, programme quality, international mobility, research, and societal impact.
- Globally, the top spot went to Washington University in St Louis-Fudan University EMBA in the US and China.
- Cross-continental partnerships are rising in executive education, with four of the top five programmes involving international collaborations.
- Average salaries for graduates three years post-completion rose 4.4% to nearly $230,000 adjusted for purchasing power parity.
ESCP’s strong performance reflects both accelerated executive advancement amid economic uncertainties and a broader trend toward ESG integration. A 2024 GMAC survey found that 71% of prospective MBA students prioritise programmes with strong ESG curricula, up from 62% in 2020.
Multi-campus model fosters global perspective
- Campuses in Berlin, London, Madrid, Paris, Turin, and Warsaw enable participants to rotate locations and immerse in diverse regulatory and cultural contexts.
- The model enhances international course experience and builds resilient networks, supporting the programme’s #5 alumni ranking.
About ESCP Business School
- Founded in 1819, ESCP is the world’s oldest business school.
- The school educates accountable, bold, and creative leaders who launch trends, provide solutions, and shape future codes.
- Its six campuses support a European approach to management grounded in multiculturalism.
- Annually, ESCP welcomes over 11,000 students and 6,000 managers from 140 nationalities across general and specialised programmes, including Bachelor, Master, MBA, Executive MBA, PhD, and Executive Education.
- Innovation drives academic research and business education to create pathways for a better future.
In an era of volatile markets and climate imperatives, the ESCP EMBA stands out for blending rigorous academics with ethical leadership training. Alumni across tech, finance, and consulting report both salary gains and profound shifts in worldview, aligning with the programme’s human-centred ethos.