School of Management achieves third consecutive five-year EQUIS accreditation

In January 2026, the School of Management was awarded a five-year EQUIS accreditation for the third consecutive time.

Five years is the maximum accreditation duration awarded by the EFMD Quality Improvement System, and only a small proportion of business schools have achieved this three times in succession.

This recognition from EQUIS represents the highest international standard for business education and research, and reflects our shared commitment to excellence and ambition for the future.

EQUIS accreditation is the most comprehensive institutional accreditation system for business and management schools. It is acknowledged worldwide by potential students, faculty, employers, corporate clients and the media, often being a pre-requisite for entry to rankings.

“This achievement is the result of the outstanding contributions of colleagues across the School – academic staff, professional services teams, students, and partners,” says Professor Steve Brammer, Dean of the School of Management. “Securing EQUIS accreditation for the next five years further strengthens our global reputation and provides a strong foundation for continued success.”

He continues:

“I'm delighted those excellent contributions from colleagues across the School have been recognised by EQUIS. This is the gold standard for excellence in business education and research and commits the School to continuing to pursue challenging aspirations.”