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QS World University Rankings

Our IMBA program ranked #151-200 of business schools around the world (and ranked #51-60 business schools in Europe) in the 2019 QS Global MBA Rankings.

The 2019 Global MBA Rankings includes 251 MBA programs from 37 countries and highlights the best MBA programs worldwide. Schools are ranked on five key indicators: employability, entrepreneurship & alumni outcomes, return on investment, thought leadership, and diversity. Among the five indicators evaluated by QS, our institution scored higher than the global mean in diversity and employability.

Top Management Degrees

Our DBA was ranked in the top 50 top doctorates in business management by Top Management Degrees in 2016.

Top Management Degrees is an online guide for prospective applicants seeking management or business degree programs. It provides insights, rankings, and reviews of the best international management and business degree programs.

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Ivy Exec Rankings

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Our International MBA Executive (IMBA) Program is ranked #28 in Europe and #103 globally by Ivy Exec. Additionally, our IMBA program is ranked #6 in Europe for LIFE BALANCE, #8 for GLOBAL EXPERIENCE and #9 for CAREER ADVANCEMENT.

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Global DBA Rankings 2024

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Our DBA program was ranked #18 in the 2024 Global DBA Rankings by the European Economic Committee.

This ranking acknowledges Franklin Hudson’s management education excellence and impactful research contributions.

The European Economic Committee rankings list the best management programs available. Rankings are published annually and include DBA programs and non-degree executive education courses.

Best Business School 2016

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Our institution was awarded the Best Business School 2016 award by Expatriates Magazine.

Best Business School 2018

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Our institution was awarded the Best Business School 2018 award by Expatriates Magazine.

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Best Business Schools Ranking 2019

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Europe Study 2016

In 2016, our institutionwas ranked #17 in the list of top DBA programs in Europe by Europe Study.

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Accreditation & Recognition

  • All programs are fully accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), a leading specialized accreditation body for business education supporting, celebrating, and rewarding teaching excellence and student learning outcomes.

  • Our institution has received specialized accreditation for its business programs through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE), which is recognized by the Council for Higher Education (CHEA) in the United States.

  • Franklin Hudson — ISM programs are all listed on the CHEA database through its programmatic accreditations, which are recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) in the United States.

    This status confirms that our degree programs meet established U.S. quality assurance standards, thereby strengthening our international credibility and supporting the global recognition of our qualifications.

  • Franklin Hudson is registered as a private establishment of higher education in France with an official status from the French Ministry of Education: Établissement d'enseignement supérieur privé technique. Our International MBA, DBA and PhD programs are recognized as higher education programs. 

  • Qualifi is an Ofqual-regulated awarding body in the United Kingdom, ensuring that its Level 7 and Level 8 qualifications meet nationally recognized postgraduate and doctoral-level standards. Franklin Hudson delivers these qualifications as part of its pathway to doctoral research and international accreditation.

  • Franklin Hudson has received institutional accreditation from the ATHEA Board of Commissioners for the Association for Transnational Higher Education Accreditation (ATHEA), based on the European Standards and Guidelines for Quality Assurance (ESG), which is required for recognition by the European Quality Assurance Register in Higher Education (EQAR).

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Our International Business Degree Programs

  • Introducing our flagship Ph.D. in International Business, a program that propels scholars to make groundbreaking contributions to both academia and practice.

    Immerse yourself in a world of intellectual exploration guided by distinguished faculty with a research-driven curriculum.

  • Our DBA in International Business is dedicated to nurturing innovative thought and fostering practice oriented research.

    Led by accomplished faculty with extensive industry expertise, this doctoral program empowers you to address real-world challenges and drive positive change within your industry.

  • Our IMBA is tailored for aspiring leaders seeking a comprehensive understanding of the complexities of international business. This program equips you with the skills and insights required to navigate the global landscape.

    Immerse yourself in diverse cultural perspectives, study at your own pace, and elevate your career.

Learn more about our programs