Rome Business School's Accreditations and Rankings

The value of RBS

Rome Business School is Italy’s most international business school, with over 3,395 students from 161 nationalities. Its global learning environment helps participants develop the skills and perspectives needed to work across markets and cultures.

As part of Planeta Formación y Universidades, active in more than 25 countries, RBS combines academic excellence, practical learning and strong connections with the business world. Through international faculty, global experiences and a focus on employability and leadership, the School prepares professionals to build global careers and become “Better Managers for a Better World.”

RBS in Business School Rankings

Rome Business School is included in international rankings and evaluation systems that assess business schools and higher education institutions as a whole, based on institutional quality, academic standards, employability, and impact.

Global University & Higher Education Rankings

Rome Business School is also included in international rankings that evaluate universities and higher education institutions worldwide based on academic impact, reputation, and institutional performance.

QS Stars Rating System

The QS Stars Rating System provides an independent and comprehensive assessment of higher education institutions, evaluating their performance across key areas that contribute to the quality of the student experience.

Rome Business School received an overall rating of four QS Stars out of five, confirming the quality of its educational model and its commitment to supporting students throughout their academic and professional development

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The School achieved the highest rating of five QS Stars in four key categories:

Employability

Inclusiveness

Online Learning

Teaching

In particular, QS Stars rated Rome Business School as “excellent” in the following 4 indicators: Employability, Inclusiveness, Online Learning, and Teaching. The success achieved by Rome Business School in the QS Stars Rating reflects the commitment to ensuring academic excellence for students, once again confirming Rome Business School as one of the leading institutions in the national and international educational landscape.

QS – Quacquarelli Symonds

QS is one of the world’s leading higher education ranking organisations. Its rankings evaluate business schools and academic programmes according to key criteria such as employability, graduate outcomes, academic reputation, diversity and return on investment.
Rome Business School is featured across several QS rankings, with its MBA, Executive MBA, Online MBA and specialised Master’s programmes recognised at international, European and national level.

QS Rankings

Global MBA, ranked 26th worldwide, 16th in Europe and 2nd in Italy. The programme also ranks 1st worldwide for Graduate Outcomes, recognising the career development and professional achievements of its graduates.
International Online MBA, ranked 57th worldwide, 23rd in Europe and 3rd in Italy. The programme also ranks 1st in Italy for both Class Experience and Class Profile.
Executive MBA, ranked 1st in Rome and 2nd in Italy in the QS Executive MBA Rankings 2026. The programme is positioned in the 141–150 global band and has moved up 33 places worldwide compared with the previous edition.
International Master in Finance, ranked 201+ worldwide, 94th in Europe and 6th in Italy. The programme also ranks 2nd worldwide for Diversity.
International Master in Supply Chain Management, ranked 81–90th worldwide, 45th in Europe and 3rd in Italy, with particularly strong results for Diversity and Value for Money.
Global Master in Marketing, ranked 101–150th worldwide, 65th in Europe and 3rd in Italy. The programme also ranks 4th worldwide for Diversity.
International Master in Data Science, ranked 151+ worldwide, 60th in Europe and 4th in Italy. The programme also ranks 3rd worldwide for Diversity.
Global Master in International Management, ranked 151–200th worldwide, 101st in Europe and 5th in Italy, and recognised for the international diversity of its participants.
International MBA, ranked 2nd worldwide for Diversity thanks to its multicultural learning environment. The programme also achieved strong results for Alumni Outcomes and Employability in Europe.

QS World University Rankings

Eduniversal Best Masters Ranking

Eduniversal is an international ranking organisation specialising in the evaluation of Master’s and MBA programmes. Its rankings assess programmes according to three main criteria: reputation among recruiters, graduates’ first employment salary and alumni satisfaction.
Rome Business School has 11 Master’s programmes included in the Eduniversal Best Masters Ranking, across fields such as fashion, tourism, data science, agribusiness, human resources and international management. These results confirm the international relevance of the School’s academic offering and the strong positioning of its specialised programmes.

Eduniversal Ranked Master’s Programmes

International Master in Fashion Management, ranked 22nd worldwide and 4th in Italy.
International Master in Food and Beverage Management, ranked 26th worldwide and 6th in Italy.
Global Master in Fashion and Luxury Management, ranked 32nd worldwide and 6th in Italy.
International Master in Arts and Culture Management, ranked 36th worldwide and 3rd in Italy.
International Master in Tourism and Hospitality Management, ranked 39th worldwide and 2nd in Italy.
International Master in Sport and Lifestyle Management, ranked 40th worldwide and 2nd in Italy.
International Master Online in Agribusiness Management, ranked 45th worldwide and 2nd in Italy.
International Master in Data Science, ranked 55th worldwide and 3rd in Italy.
Global Master in Human Resources and Talent Development, ranked 60th in Western Europe and 6th in Italy.
International Master Online in eHealth Management, ranked 97th worldwide and 3rd in Italy.

CEO Magazine Global MBA Rankings

CEO Magazine provides independent global rankings of MBA programmes, assessing factors such as faculty quality, international diversity, accreditation, class profile, professional development and value for money.

In the CEO Magazine Global MBA Rankings 2026, Rome Business School strengthened its international position across its International MBA, International Online MBA and Executive MBA programmes. The latest edition evaluated more than 340 programmes across 24 countries.

CEO Magazine MBA Rankings

The International MBA was once again recognised in the Tier One global category, confirming its position among internationally competitive MBA programmes.
The International Online MBA ranked 10th in Europe, 2nd in Italy and 15th worldwide, consolidating the strong growth achieved in the previous edition.
The Executive MBA ranked 11th worldwide and 1st in Italy, confirming Rome Business School’s leading position in executive education at national level.

RBS International MBA achieves AA in the Green MBA Index

The Green MBA Index evaluates how deeply business schools integrate sustainability into their educational model, institutional culture, research activities, and graduate outcomes. Rather than relying on reputation, it focuses on verified evidence to highlight MBA programmes that prepare leaders to create responsible, long-term value.

Green MBA Index

Rome Business School’s International MBA has been awarded an AA classification in CEO Magazine’s 2026 Green MBA Index, the second-highest of six bands, ranking first in Italy and making RBS the only Italian business school featured in the Index.

The Green MBA Index assesses how deeply sustainability is embedded across five dimensions: curriculum integration, experiential learning, research and thought leadership, institutional environment, and graduate pathways, using independently verified evidence with no reputational weighting.

The result recognises the integration of sustainability and ESG throughout the MBA curriculum, dedicated modules on responsible leadership and sustainable value chains, international Bootcamps in Porto and Lagos, and the School’s broader commitment to generating positive social and environmental impact.

Rome Business School - AA Green MBA Index 2026

Times Higher Education Impact Rankings

The Times Higher Education Impact Rankings assess how effectively institutions translate their academic mission into measurable social, environmental, and economic impact. By focusing on progress toward the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, they provide an international benchmark of universities’ contribution to a more inclusive and sustainable future.

THE Impact Rankings

In 2026, Rome Business School further improved its position in the Times Higher Education Sustainability Impact Ratings 2026, confirming its status as the only Italian business school featured in the ranking and placing among the top 5 business schools in Europe.

In 2025, Rome Business School became the first and only Italian business school included in the Times Higher Education – Impact Rankings 2025, which assess the real-world impact of universities in advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

These results reflect RBS’s continued commitment across five key areas:

SDG 4 – Quality Education
SDG 5 – Gender Equality
SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities
SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals

HE Higher Education Ranking

A global ranking that evaluates more than 1,000 universities on parameters such as research, teaching quality, internationalization and student success. It provides a detailed analysis of the most outstanding academic institutions, highlighting those that stand out for innovation and performance.

THE World University Rankings

One of the world’s most authoritative global rankings, the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings evaluates universities and higher education institutions based on 18 performance indicators across five key areas: teaching, research environment, research quality, international outlook, and industry impact.
Rome Business School is the first and only Italian Business School included in the THE World University Rankings 2025, selected among 2,860 institutions worldwide, recognising its strong academic standards, international profile, research dissemination impact, and student–faculty ratio.
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RBS among Europe's leading Business Schools for Positive Impact

Rome Business School confirms its Level 4 – “Transforming School” status in the Positive Impact Rating (PIR) 2026, the international rating assessing business schools and universities based on their positive social and environmental impact. The PIR evaluates how institutions systematically integrate sustainability, inclusion, and social impact into their governance and educational programs, drawing on over 19,789 student and faculty surveys from 32 countries. In the 2026 edition, which included 87 business schools worldwide, Rome Business School was also selected as an international case study in the PIR Global Report, in recognition of its commitment to embedding social impact across programs, fostering community engagement through partnerships with NGOs, and promoting diversity and inclusion at every level.

Research center among the best in Europe

The Interdisciplinary Science Rankings classify institutions most active in promoting and supporting interdisciplinary science, that is, the integration of knowledge, methods, and approaches from different scientific disciplines, developing international collaborations, and creating co-research opportunities among experts in various fields and institutions.

Academic Accreditations & Institutional Recognition

Rome Business School operates within recognised national and European regulatory frameworks and maintains certified quality management standards that support the design, delivery and continuous improvement of its educational activities. Through international university partnerships, academic accreditations and professional certifications, selected programmes benefit from formal recognition, double degree opportunities and alignment with established educational and industry standards. Together, these recognitions reflect the School’s ongoing commitment to academic quality, institutional transparency and internationally relevant learning experiences for its students.

Accreditations

Italian Republic and Camber of Commerce

Legal and Institutional Recognition

Rome Business School is legally certified and authorized by the Italian Republic and Chamber of Commerce to deliver: “management training and consultancy, marketing and communication services, education design, editorial activities by any means, including online publishing, except in the daily press”. n. rea-rm-1264167

European Union

Legal and Institutional Recognition

Rome Business School is officially registered as a participant organization of the Education and Culture Directorate-General and the Education, Audiovisual and Culture Executive Agency of the European Commission, with the Participant Identification Code (PIC) nº 937625960.

ISO 9001:2015

Quality Management Certification

Rome Business School has obtained the ISO 9001:2015 certification that accredits the top-quality standards of our training activities. The ISO 9001:2015 accreditation certified that our organization implements quality systems that provide the foundation for excellent customer satisfaction, staff motivation and continuous improvement.

VIU Double Degree

Double Degree and Academic Recognition

The Business School’s Master’s programmes are accredited by VIU – Universidad Internacional de Valencia, offering students 60 ECTS and double certification. The VIU title is a Spanish Título Propio: although not officially regulated, it may be recognised by other universities and educational institutions and used professionally.

Tesside University Partnership

Double Degree and Academic Recognition

Through our partnership with Teesside University, our Bachelor programs award students 180 University Credits (CFUs), equivalent to 360 UK credits. This collaboration between Rome Business School and Teesside University combines two complementary educational approaches, ensuring a well-rounded and comprehensive experience for our students.

Accredited Programmes

Academic & Institutional Programme Accreditations

Our MBA, International Master in HR & Organization, the Executive Master in Marketing and Sales are accredited by ASFOR. The accreditation recognises the quality of their content, faculty and teaching methods, as well as their career relevance and continuous improvement.

ASFOR – Italian Association for Management Education

Accredited Porgrammes

Academic & Institutional Programme Accreditations

A suite of 4 courses of our International Online Master in HR & Organization and a suite of 3 courses of our International Online Master in Marketing and Sales within the managerial core competences are EOCCS certified by the EFMD (European Foundation for Management Development).

EFMD – EOCCS (Online Course Certification System)

Accredited Programmes

Professional & Industry Certifications

The International Master in Data Science is accredited by DASCA – Data Science Council of America, confirming its alignment with international standards in data science education. The accreditation recognises the programme’s quality in curriculum design, applied skills development and industry-relevant learning.

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SHRM Society for Human Resource Management

Accredited Programmes

Professional & Industry Certifications

Rome Business School holds SHRM Academically Aligned status for its Human Resources Master’s Programmes, including the HR & Organization pathways. This recognition confirms their alignment with internationally recognised professional standards and the quality and global relevance of the School’s HR education.

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Memberships

Rome Business School is an active member of leading international academic, professional and industry networks that promote quality, innovation and responsible management education. These memberships strengthen the School’s connections with global institutions and professional communities, supporting knowledge exchange, international collaboration and the continuous development of programmes aligned with evolving academic and labour market standards.

Memberships

EFMD

Rome Business School is a Member of EFMD, a global, non-profit membership-driven organization specializing in management development. EFMD is a globally recognized accreditation body for business schools, their programs, and corporate universities on a global scale. It strives to develop socially responsible leaders and managers looking for connection opportunities.

Socio Aggregato ASFOR

Rome Business School is a Socio Aggregato of ASFOR, the Italian Association for Management Training, committed to the development and quality of management education in Italy.

uropean Association for Distance Learning

EADL

Rome Business School is a member of EADL, the European association representing organisations delivering high-quality distance and online education, focused on improving standards and acceptance of distance learning.

ECBE

Rome Business School is a registered member of ECBE, an international organisation supporting business and management education institutions at academic and professional level.

Principles for Responsible Management Education

PRME

Rome Business School is a member of PRME, a United Nations–supported initiative promoting responsible management education, sustainability, and ethical leadership worldwide.

PWA

PWA is a non-profit networking organization that supports and promotes the interests of professional women of different nationalities, from diverse cultural environments, welcoming women from various professions at different levels and from different sectors.

PMI – Project Management Institute

Rome Business School is an Authorized Training Partner (ATP) of PMI, the world’s largest professional association for project management.

Master and MBA programs

Rome Business School provides educational paths that will amplify your talents and accelerate your career through Master and MBA programs both on campus and online, as well as Executive Education training programs, based on a practice based methodology, workshops and meetings with international professors and professionals.

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