Kozminski University continues to solidify its standing within the prestigious group of top European business schools featured in the Financial Times European Business Schools 2024 ranking. As the leading business education institution in Central and Eastern Europe and the sole representative of Poland in this ranking, the achievement is a source of pride for the entire academic community.
The Financial Times has released this year’s ranking, evaluating master's, postgraduate, MBA, Executive MBA, and executive education programs for leaders and enterprises. Kozminski University advanced to 38th place—two spots higher than last year. Its presence in the ranking and high position serve as clear evidence of the university's dynamic development, ongoing commitment to educational quality, and internationalization.
This year, Kozminski University joined the ranks of prestigious institutions across Europe, such as the University of Oxford, IMD, Esade Business School, and Rotterdam School of Management. The Polish university outperformed institutions like the University of Porto, BI Norwegian Business School, WU Vienna University of Economics and Business, Copenhagen Business School, Luiss University, and Alliance Manchester Business School. Leading the ranking are the most internationally renowned business schools, including INSEAD, HEC Paris, London Business School, IESE Business School, and ESCP Business School. Kozminski University has a strategic alliance with ESCP and offers a joint bachelor’s program, with recruitment starting soon.
The ranking recognizes universities for the quality of their programs—ranging from master's degrees to MBA, Executive MBA, postgraduate, and executive education offerings. Kozminski University was distinguished for its global orientation, high level of internationalization, and program alignment with contemporary business needs, as demonstrated by the successes and numerous achievements of its graduates.
As the leader of the EUonAIR consortium of European universities, a member of the elite Global Network for Advanced Management (GNAM) under the auspices of Yale School of Management, and a close collaborator with over 220 top universities across six continents, Kozminski University offers its students unparalleled opportunities to gain international experience and embrace diversity. The university is also recognized for holding the prestigious AACSB, EQUIS, and AMBA accreditations, placing it among the top 1% of business schools worldwide. Additionally, Kozminski University is a leader in implementing solutions in new technologies, ethics, and sustainable development. Its academic staff collaborates with leading institutions, such as Harvard Business School and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, on groundbreaking research projects.
Professor Grzegorz Mazurek, Rector of Kozminski University, emphasizes that the university’s success is primarily due to its entire community: “This year’s advancement of Kozminski University in the Financial Times ranking is a source of pride for the entire Polish higher education sector. The achievements of our graduates and academic staff attest to the highest quality of education in Poland. Our position in the ranking also proves that we are the institution of choice for businesses seeking to develop managerial competencies.”
Kozminski University has been continuously featured in the prestigious Financial Times ranking for the past 15 years, enhancing its international reputation. Its students and graduates, hailing from over 70 countries, serve as ambassadors of Poland and Warsaw, building its renown both domestically and abroad.
Link to the Financial Times European Business Schools 2024 Ranking: https://rankings.ft.com/rankings/2999/european-business-school-rankings-2024
About Kozminski University
Kozminski University is a broad-profile business school with full academic rights. Founded in 1993 and located in the heart of Europe, the university educates 12,000 students, postgraduate participants, MBA attendees, and doctoral candidates, with nearly 70,000 alumni. Its program offerings include diverse undergraduate, master’s, postgraduate, MBA, and doctoral studies in both Polish and English. The university boasts the “triple crown” of AACSB, EQUIS, and AMBA accreditations, held by only 1% of business schools worldwide. Kozminski University consistently ranks highly in global and national rankings, affirming its quality in education and research. Since 2009, it has been the only Polish university featured in the Financial Times rankings, which include the world's best institutions. Kozminski University is also part of an elite group of 32 top global economic universities in the Global Network for Advanced Management (GNAM) under Yale School of Management and is one of two Polish institutions leading a European University consortium (EUonAIR).
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