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Saïd Business School
Established in
1965Famous For
Economics, MBA, EMBA
- Overview
- Services
- Rankings
- Accommodation
- Location
- Courses
- Scholarships
Overview
Saïd Business School (SBS) is part of the University of Oxford, one of the world’s most prestigious institutions. Named after its benefactor, Wafic Saïd, the School is known for its transformative programmes and research that address global challenges and shape the future of business and society.
SBS offers a range of world-class programmes, including:
- MBA
- Executive MBA (EMBA)
- MSc Financial Economics
- MSc Law and Finance
- DPhil in Management Studies
The full-time MBA is structured around three core themes: global rules of the game, entrepreneurship, and responsible business. The EMBA is delivered part-time for senior professionals with over five years of management experience, allowing them to study while continuing their careers.
SBS is deeply embedded in Oxford’s collegiate system, offering students access to a rich academic and cultural environment, as well as a global alumni network.
Services
Saïd Business School provides a comprehensive suite of services to support students throughout their academic and professional journeys:
- Career Development Centre: Offers personalised coaching, employer engagement, and access to global job opportunities. The centre runs workshops, mock interviews, and networking events throughout the year.
- Entrepreneurship Centre: Supports students interested in launching ventures through mentorship, funding competitions, and accelerator programmes.
- Oxford Saïd Finance Lab: Provides hands-on training in financial modelling, valuation, and investment banking, bridging the gap between theory and practice.
- Leadership Development: Integrated into all programmes, with experiential learning, coaching, and peer feedback.
- Student Life and Clubs: Students can join a wide range of professional, cultural, and social clubs, including the Oxford Business Network, Women’s Leadership Alliance, and Impact Investing Club.
Students also benefit from access to the wider University of Oxford’s resources, including libraries, sports facilities, and college-based support systems.
Rankings
- 1st globally – Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026 (University of Oxford)
- 19th globally – QS Global MBA Rankings 2025
- 1st globally – QS Business Master’s Rankings 2025 for MSc Financial Economics
- 6th in Europe and 8th globally – QS Executive MBA Rankings 2025
- 26th globally – Financial Times Global MBA Rankings 2025
- 15th globally – Financial Times Executive MBA Rankings 2025
- 6th globally – Financial Times Masters in Finance (pre-experience) 2025
- 23rd globally – Financial Times Executive Education Custom Programmes 2025
- 25th in Europe – Financial Times European Business School Rankings 2025
Accommodation
While Saïd Business School does not offer on-site accommodation, students are typically housed in one of Oxford’s colleges or in private housing around the city:
- College Accommodation: Many students are affiliated with an Oxford college, which may offer rooms in historic buildings or modern residences. This includes access to dining halls, libraries, and social events.
- Private Rentals: Students may choose to live in shared flats or private apartments in Oxford. The University’s Graduate Accommodation Office and local letting agencies assist with housing searches.
- Short-Term and Executive Housing: EMBA participants and visiting students can access short-term accommodation options, including serviced apartments and college guest rooms.
Courses offered at Saïd Business School
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