- 6th in the UK
- Top 50 globally
- 2nd in the UK for percentage salary increase
- 5th in the UK for international work mobility
Cranfield University’s Finance MSc has been ranked 6th in the UK and placed in the top 50 globally in the 2026 Financial Times Masters in Finance (MiF) rankings, climbing seven places from last year to sit 42nd worldwide.
The School of Management programme placed 2nd in the UK for Percentage Salary Increase, highlighting its strong return on investment. It also performed strongly in international outcomes, ranking 5th in the UK for International Work Mobility, reflecting the global career opportunities available to graduates.
The Financial Times MiF rankings are widely recognised across academia and industry, providing prospective students with a trusted benchmark of the world’s leading finance programmes.
Professor Lynette Ryals OBE, Deputy Vice-Chancellor of the Faculty of Business and Management at Cranfield University and Dean of the School of Management said: ““I’m incredibly proud of our outstanding UK top 10 course. Seeing a rise of seven places globally in this year’s rankings is a fantastic achievement and reflects the collective effort and dedication of our faculty, staff, students and alumni."
Professor Yacine Belghitar, Professor of Finance and Course Director, said: "Our performance in this year’s rankings reflects the continued strength of the programme and the hard work of our students and staff. We remain focused on delivering a practical, high-quality finance education that enables graduates to succeed and progress in a competitive global environment."
