The University of Exeter Business School was seventh in the UK in the latest QS ranking for international trade programmes.

The MSc International Business programme ranked third in the UK for ‘trade programme content’ in the QS International Trade Rankings 2026 and was 20^th overall.

The programme also performed well in areas such as reputation, graduate outcomes, industry engagement, innovative teaching and research.

The influential rankings offer a snapshot of international trade-focused Masters and MBA programmes, with this year’s edition featuring 136 programmes from a total of 31 countries.

Professor Steve Wood, Deputy Pro-Vice-Chancellor and Dean of the University of Exeter Business School, said: “I would like to congratulate everyone involved in delivering the MSc International Business, which continues to be recognised as one of the leading programmes in its field.

“A deep understanding of trade provides students with essential insight into the global economy – empowering them to make informed business decisions, navigate international markets and pursue diverse career opportunities.”

The QS International Trade Ranking is delivered in partnership with the Hinrich Foundation, a philanthropic organisation that included Exeter’s MSc International Business as one of the world’s top programmes in its recently published Guide to Master’s in International Business and Trade 2025-2026. 

The University of Exeter Business School is among the top 1% of global institutions to achieve Triple Crown accreditation from the three largest and most influential business school accreditation bodies worldwide: AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA.

It was named THE Business School of the Year for 2022 and is a finalist for THE Business School of the Year 2025.