Solvay Brussels School of Economics & Management - Lifelong Learning Enters Financial Times Executive MBA 2025 Rankings

BRUSSELS, 13 October 2025 — Solvay Lifelong Learning is proud to announce a significant milestone for its Executive MBA (EMBA) programme: its return to the Financial Times (FT) Top 100 global ranking. Widely recognised as one of the most demanding and respected assessments in the world, this achievement highlights the programme’s quality, relevance, and international reach.

The strong performance in the international rankings follows another year of successful recruitment. The Solvay EMBA has attracted a new cohort rich in varied and experienced profiles, demonstrating the programme's strong value proposition in the market.

"The good news keeps coming for our Executive MBA," said Bruno Wattenbergh, Academic Director of the EMBA at Solvay Brussels School - Lifelong Learning. "Achieving our recruitment goals with such a high-calibre class, and now returning to the Financial Times Top 100, is a source of immense pride."

The Solvay EMBA has a long-standing history, having been launched in 1990. Built on the core principles underpinning the Solvay Faculty, the programme prioritises an active learning approach and real-world relevance. This foundation ensures that professionals are equipped with the practical insights necessary to lead and excel in rapidly evolving business landscapes.

Its recognition is a direct result of the ongoing dedication across the Solvay ecosystem. The rankings reflect the collective efforts of the Solvay Lifelong Learning Team, the Solvay Faculty and ULB to maintain an ever-higher level of academic standards and professional returns for our participants.

"These results showcase the collective work and the constant commitment to maintain an ever-higher level of academic standards and professional impact," Wattenbergh added. "The bar is being raised even higher, and that's a consequential matter for our students and our community."

This achievement is also a testament to our learners, both past and present, for entrusting Solvay with their transformational journeys. Solvay Brussels School - Lifelong Learning is focused on building on this momentum by reinforcing its commitment to ongoing improvement and providing globally competitive education.

The Rankings on the Financial Times Webpage.

Article last edited on 13/09/2025