FT Ranks HEC as a Consistent Global Force Across Exed Custom and Open Programs
Over the past three years, the school has held top positions in both executive categories, confirming the depth and consistency of its impact.
Five Key Highlights from the 2025 FT Rankings
- #2 in the world for Open-enrolment Executive Education
- #6 globally for Custom Executive Education
- #4 average ranking for Custom Exed over the last three years
- Top-tier results in faculty quality, teaching methods, and participant satisfaction
- Strong global presence with delivery in Europe, the Middle East, and beyond
"Our Long-term Strategy is Bearing Fruit"
"In an increasingly competitive landscape, consistency is the true differentiator,” said Barbara Stöttinger, on hearing the latest FT rankings. The Dean of the HEC Paris Executive Education continued: “These rankings are a tribute to our faculty, our partners, and above all, to the professionals who choose HEC Paris to lead meaningful change in their organizations. We’re proud to remain a trusted partner in executive transformation - in France, in Europe, and around the world."
The 2025 FT Executive Education Ranking once again highlights HEC Paris’ strong position in the field of open programs. The daily recognizes the school’s academic rigor, practical relevance, and the quality of peer learning it fosters. Executives from around the world value the opportunity to gain fresh perspectives and address real-world challenges with actionable strategies. They join a lasting network that extends well beyond the classroom.
With campuses and programs spanning France, Qatar, and an expanding network of international partners, HEC Paris Executive Education continues to support organizations worldwide through its custom programs, co-designed learning journeys tailored to strategic priorities. In the 2025 Financial Times ranking, HEC Paris is ranked #6 for Custom Programs. In addition, the school holds a strong #4 position in the three-year average - a testament to the consistency and quality of its partnerships with leading companies around the world. This performance reflects HEC’s commitment to designing learning journeys that combine academic excellence, strategic alignment, and measurable business impact.
This year’s results reaffirm the strong positioning of HEC Paris and serve as a strong motivation for next year: sustaining excellence where it is recognized, and addressing areas with room for growth, together form a clear path forward - to remain a reference point in global executive education and a trusted partner for transformational learning.