Nottingham University Business School Rises to 16th Globally in QS International Trade Ranking 2025

Nottingham University Business School has risen to 16th place in the world in the latest QS International Trade Rankings 2025 for its MSc in International Business – an increase of two places from 2024 in an increasingly competitive field that saw thirty-three new institutions included this year.

Created in partnership with the Hinrich Foundation, these prestigious rankings identify universities that excel in preparing graduates for successful careers in international trade.

Nottingham’s continued presence in the global top 20 - and its upward movement -reflects its ongoing commitment to academic excellence, industry collaboration, and innovative teaching. With a curriculum designed to develop practical expertise and career-ready skills, the MSc International Business programme equips graduates to thrive in an evolving global economy.

"Our continued success in this ranking reflects the strength of our teaching and industry engagement on the MSc International Business course," said Dr Jinmin Wang, Programme Director. "Informed by world-leading research in international business, our curriculum integrates innovative teaching methods to develop the skills that employers seek.

Through entrepreneurship initiatives and company-based challenges, our students gain hands-on experience, working alongside industry experts and the Business School’s Professors of Practice to prepare for today’s fast-paced corporate environment."

Designed for students without a first degree in business or management, this one-year, full-time programme offers a global learning experience, with options to study at the University of Nottingham’s UK or China campuses.

So why choose Nottingham's MSc International Business?

• Top 20 globally: Gain a world-class education ranked among the best for international trade.
• Focus on careers: Develop the skills employers seek, with a curriculum that emphasises practical knowledge and industry engagement. Nottingham ranked 3rd among UK business schools on the assessment of Graduate Outcomes, which includes graduate employability.
• Innovative teaching: Learn from academics who use pioneering methods and real-life examples. Among the UK business schools included in the ranking, Nottingham ranked 4th on the measure of Innovative Teaching.
• Digital skills advantage: Enhance your CV with in-demand digital qualifications from Microsoft and SAP.
• Global opportunities: Study on our UK or China campuses and connect with a diverse student body.

Ready to launch your international trade career?

Explore the full programme details and application process: MSc International Business

Official rankings

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