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By: NewsRamp Editorial Staff
October 12, 2026
Kellogg-HKUST EMBA Claims No.1 Spot in FT Global Ranking for 13th Time
TLDR
- KH EMBA ranks No. 1 globally in FT 2026, offering alumni a 69 percent salary increase and a powerful network advantage.
- The Financial Times EMBA 2026 ranking evaluates career outcomes, alumni network, and diversity to place KH EMBA first for the thirteenth time.
- KH EMBA's top rank reflects its role in developing responsible leaders who create long-term value for Hong Kong, Asia, and the world.
- KH EMBA alumni report an average salary of USD 607,684 and a 9.73 out of 10 satisfaction score after graduation.
Impact - Why it Matters
This ranking reaffirms the Kellogg-HKUST EMBA's unparalleled ability to transform senior executives' careers, offering a global network and leadership development that directly translates into substantial salary increases and career advancement. For professionals considering an EMBA, it signals a proven pathway to top-tier opportunities, while for the business education sector, it sets a benchmark for excellence in executive learning. The program's consistent No. 1 position highlights the enduring value of cross-border partnerships and the importance of a truly global alumni network in today's interconnected business environment.
Summary
The Kellogg-HKUST Executive MBA (KH EMBA) Program has once again secured the No. 1 position globally in the Financial Times Executive MBA Ranking 2026, marking an unprecedented 13th time the program has achieved this top honor. Jointly offered by the HKUST Business School and the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, this achievement underscores the program's exceptional career outcomes, world-leading alumni network, and truly global executive learning experience. The ranking reflects KH EMBA's excellence across key performance indicators, including career progression, alumni outcomes, international student body, and the strength of its global network, reinforcing its unique position at the intersection of East and West.
The program's alumni community was ranked No. 1 globally in the Alumni Network category, highlighting its powerful international community of senior executives, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders. Graduates reported an average 'Salary Today' of USD 607,684 (over HKD 4.7 million) and an average 69% salary increase following graduation, along with an outstanding overall satisfaction score of 9.73 out of 10. Prof. Frederik ANSEEL, Dean of HKUST Business School, praised the program's consistency in delivering value to senior executives, while Prof. Francesca CORNELLI, Dean of Kellogg School of Management, emphasized the deepening collaboration to nurture forward-looking and responsible leaders.
The Financial Times ranking evaluates EMBA programs through a rigorous framework covering alumni career outcomes, faculty research excellence, diversity, international exposure, and other key indicators. The full FT Executive MBA Ranking 2026 is available at: https://rankings.ft.com/rankings/3048/emba-2026. This news was originally distributed via Media OutReach Newswire. For more information about HKUST, visit https://hkust.edu.hk/.
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