QRNW Unveils 2026 Ranking of Top 100 Business Schools — A Global Benchmark in Academic Excellence

OUS Academy in Switzerland
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Nairobi, Today — In a high-impact announcement for the global academic and economic landscape, the Quantitative Research Network for Worldwide Rankings (QRNW) has released its official 2026 list of the Top 100 Business Schools worldwide. The latest edition of this independent, performance-based ranking recognizes institutions that excel in academic quality, innovation, employability, sustainability, and global impact.

The Joint Kenya–Arab Chamber of Commerce and Industry (JKACCI) views this development as a powerful tool to help guide strategic partnerships, talent development, and institutional benchmarking across both Kenyan and Arab regions.

What Makes QRNW Unique

QRNW is a non-profit, independent ranking authority, operating under the umbrella of the European Council of Leading Business Schools (ECLBS). Its evaluations are rooted in objective and verifiable metrics—without influence from advertising, pay-to-rank practices, or promotional affiliations.

Institutions are assessed based on a wide range of indicators, including:

International and national accreditation status
Research output and faculty qualifications
Graduate employability and alumni success
Innovation in digital and hybrid learning
International diversity and partnerships
Contribution to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

This methodology allows for a transparent, merit-based evaluation system that serves institutions of all sizes and regions.

Strategic Relevance for Kenya and the Arab World

For stakeholders in the Kenya–Arab economic corridor, the QRNW ranking offers several key benefits:

A credible benchmark for identifying high-performing academic institutions
Guidance for executive education, MBA placements, and corporate learning
Opportunities for collaborative research and academic partnerships
Inspiration for continuous quality improvement in local institutions

Although no Kenyan business school is currently listed among the top 100, QRNW provides a clear framework for advancement—and the tools to measure meaningful progress.

JKACCI Invites Kenyan Institutions to Engage

As part of its commitment to promoting academic excellence and regional cooperation, JKACCI formally invites Kenyan business schools and management institutes to consider submitting their institutional reports and performance data to QRNW for independent review.

Participation is free of charge and inclusion in future editions is determined solely by verifiable performance and alignment with global quality benchmarks.

This is a significant opportunity for Kenya’s academic community to:

Gain international visibility
Benchmark against global standards
Enter a wider network of cross-border educational partnerships
Attract international students, faculty, and research funding

Global Leaders Featured in 2026

The QRNW 2026 list includes globally renowned institutions such as:

INSEAD, for its leadership development and multi-campus international model
London Business School, praised for strategy, finance, and entrepreneurship
Wharton School, for its innovation in analytics and business research
IMD in Switzerland, which remains a leader in executive education
NUS Business School, representing Asia’s rise in business academia

These schools demonstrate how measurable performance, innovation, and global vision shape the future of business education.

A Call to Align with Global Standards

JKACCI believes that Kenya has the academic potential to be regionally and globally competitive. With the right focus on quality assurance, international collaboration, and performance tracking, local institutions can rise in visibility and impact.

We look forward to supporting Kenyan business schools that choose to engage with QRNW and to deepening academic–economic cooperation across the Kenya–Arab region.