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Financial Times Masters in Finance Ranking highlights Durham’s Global Top 20 Careers Support

16 June 2025
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Durham University Business School has once again been recognised in the prestigious Financial Times Masters in Finance 2025 ranking, placing 58th among 70 leading global institutions.

This year’s table includes the largest number of participating schools to date, reflecting the increasing competitiveness and global reach of finance education.

The School performed particularly well in several key areas:

  • Careers Service: Ranked 3rd in the UK and 15th globally, recognising the outstanding support provided to students as they transition into the workforce.
  • Career Progress: Ranked 3rd in the UK and 18th globally, reflecting the upward mobility and professional development of our graduates, and our commitment to supporting their long-term success.
  • Alumni Network: Ranked 4th in the UK and 13th globally, our influential and supportive global alumni network reinforces the lifelong value of a Durham degree.
  • Average Salary: Graduates report an average salary of $52,742 three years after graduation.

These outcomes highlight the programme’s positive impact on graduate success and long-term career progression.

Durham also performed strongly in a new category introduced this year: ESG and Net Zero teaching, where the School ranks 6th in the UK and 37th globally. This reflects our firm commitment to sustainability and responsible finance education.

Professor Kieran Fernandes, Executive Dean of the School, said:

“This year marks our 60th anniversary, and our consistent performance in these rankings since first appearing in the debut edition of 2011 tells a compelling story. Durham has maintained a strong global presence over the past 15 years, consistently ranking among the top UK institutions and performing well on the global stage. This reinforces our role as a key contributor to global finance education.”

The Business School continues to offer a world-class finance education, combining academic excellence with outstanding careers support and a truly global alumni network. These latest results confirm the School’s position as a leading destination for the next generation of finance professionals.

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