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Cranfield School of Management
Established in
1967Famous For
Supply Chain Management, MBA, Management
- Overview
- Services
- Rankings
- Accommodation
- Location
- Courses
- Scholarships
Overview
Cranfield School of Management, part of Cranfield University, is one of the UK’s oldest and most specialised business schools. Located just 90 minutes northwest of London, the School is situated on a dedicated postgraduate campus, offering a focused and professional learning environment. With 87% of students coming from outside the UK, Cranfield is truly international in outlook and community.
The School is renowned for its practical, research-led teaching and strong links with industry. It offers a wide range of postgraduate programmes, including:
- MBA (full-time and Executive)
- MSc in Management
- MSc in Finance and Management
- MSc in Logistics and Supply Chain Management
- MSc in Strategic Marketing
- MSc in Business Analytics
- PhD and DBA programmes
Cranfield is one of the few business schools worldwide to hold triple accreditation from AMBA, EQUIS, and AACSB. Its MSc in Logistics and Supply Chain Management is particularly well regarded, supported by Europe’s largest specialist faculty in the field.
The School’s mission is to develop leaders who make a positive impact on business and society, with a strong emphasis on sustainability, innovation, and responsible management.
Services
Cranfield School of Management offers a comprehensive range of support services tailored to international and postgraduate students:
- Visa and Immigration Support: Dedicated staff assist with student visa applications, renewals, and compliance.
- Pre-sessional English Courses: Designed to help non-native speakers improve academic English and adjust to UK academic culture.
- Careers and Employability Service: Offers one-to-one coaching, CV and interview workshops, employer networking events, and access to global job opportunities.
- Entrepreneurship Support: Through the Bettany Centre for Entrepreneurship, students can access mentoring, funding competitions, and start-up resources
Rankings
Cranfield Management School regularly performs well in national and international league tables, making it a desirable home for international business students.
- 34th in Europe – Financial Times European Business School Rankings 2025
- 12th globally – QS World University Rankings 2026 for Master's in Supply Chain Management
- 30th globally – QS Rankings 2026 for Master's in Management
- 39th globally – QS Rankings 2026 for Master's in Finance
- 14th globally – QS Rankings 2026 for Master's in Marketing
- Top 10 in the UK – Business School Teaching Power Rankings 2025
Cranfield is triple-accredited by AMBA, EQUIS, and AACSB.
Accommodation
Cranfield offers both catered and self-catered on-campus accommodation, from halls of residence to shared houses, apartments for couples to houses for families. The University can also help to find private accommodation in nearby towns and villages. University rooms on the Shrivenham campus are generally reserved for military students. Learn more about Cranfield accommodation.
Location
Cranfield University campus is 40 minutes away from central London by train, with the nearest towns being Milton Keynes and Bedford. London Luton airport is the closest to the University, while Heathrow, Gatwick and Stansted are all easily accessible via train and coach.
Courses offered at Cranfield School of Management
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