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About
Kent Business School rankings
The University of Kent continues to achieve strong recognition in major global rankings, placing 387th worldwide and 59th in the UK in the QS World Rankings 2026.
Kent Business School (KBS) further strengthens the University’s reputation with impressive subject-specific achievements, including being ranked top 100 globally for both the Masters in Marketing and Masters in Supply Chain Management in the QS Business Masters World Rankings 2026.
KBS is also a research-intensive institution, with 80% of its research rated “world leading” or “internationally excellent” in REF 2021.
As a Triple Accredited Business School (EQUIS, AACSB, AMBA), KBS is positioned among the top 1% of business schools worldwide.
The University’s commitment to student success and opportunity has also been recognised nationally, being shortlisted for University of the Year at the Academic Employability Awards and Higher Education Institution of the Year at the NEON Awards 2025.
What Triple Accreditation Means
Kent Business School is Triple Accredited by EQUIS, AACSB and AMBA, a prestigious status held by only 1% of business schools worldwide.
This global benchmark - often referred to as the “Triple Crown” - recognises excellence across every area of business education, including teaching quality, research impact, student experience, international outlook and industry engagement.
- EQUIS (European Quality Improvement System) assesses schools on governance, academic standards, sustainability and strong links with global industry partners.
- AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) focuses on innovative teaching, impactful research and a commitment to continuous improvement.
- AMBA (Association of MBAs) accredits only the highest-quality postgraduate business programmes around the world.
Together, these three accreditations demonstrate that Kent Business School meets the highest international standards, offering students a rigorous, globally recognised and career-enhancing business education.
Our rankings
Global reputation
Top 100 globally for Masters in Marketing and Masters in Supply Chain Management (QS Business Masters World Rankings 2026).
Top 1%
Triple Accredited by EQUIS, AACSB and AMBA placing us in the top 1% of Business Schools
High prospects
Shortlisted for University of the Year (Academic Employability Awards) and Higher Education Institution of the Year (National Education Opportunities Network Awards 2025).
80%
of KBS' research deemed ‘world leading’ or ‘internationally excellent' (REF2021)
Top 40
in the UK for Business & Management and Marketing (The Guardian University Guide 2026).
Building a sustainable tomorrow
At KBS we are committed to following the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals. All of our teaching is designed to embed skills with these goals at their centre. Creating the next generation of responsible business leaders for a brighter tomorrow.
Our study environment
Kent Business School has sites at our award- winning Sibson Building on the Canterbury campus and the newly renovated Medway Building at Medway.
Both campuses have first-class academic and leisure facilities that encourage collaborative learning and have a comfortable, yet corporate feel.
Research with impact
80% of our research was deemed 'world leading' and 'internationally excellent' in the REF2021. Our academics work to address the issues facing the global business community including groundbreaking work with Parker Steel, Priority Freight, Port of Dover, Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL) and Eurostar.
Forging connections
Our dedicated employability team supports students with networking opportunities, interviewing technique, application support and finding the best employers for placements, Year in Industry roles and graduate employment. We have enviable links to the business world across the globe through research partnerships, student placements and networking events.
Professional recognition
We hold a highly regarded Triple Accreditation and many more. Showing our commitment to high standards and continuous improvement.
CABS
Being a member of CABS means that KBS are committed to turning our research into viable business and embedding EDI into our activities.
EQUIS
EQUIS accreditation is a high-level recognition of our high standards, and our aim to keep raising them. We proud to be in the top 1% in the world, but we want to be higher.
AACSB
AACSB's process includes 'a rigorous external review of a school’s mission, faculty qualifications, curricula, and ability to provide the highest-quality programs'.
AMBA
AMBA are a leading association who spearhead excellence and innovation in global postgraduate management education. Their accreditation puts our MBA programme amongst the best in the world.
PRME
Kent Business School is a signatory member of the UN 'Principles for Responsible Management Education'. This is a part of our commitment to building sustainble business and a sustainable tomorrow.
EFMD
Kent Business School is a member of EFMD Global. EFMD provide the EQUIS accreditation, and as a member we are part of their mission driving quality improvement in the sector across the globe.