Management and Science University climbed to 88th globally in the THE Sustainability Impact Ratings 2026, marking its highest-ever ranking since 2021.
MANAGEMENT and Science University (MSU) has recorded its strongest performance to date in the Times Higher Education (THE) Sustainability Impact Ratings 2026, climbing to 88th place globally in recognition of its commitment to advancing sustainable development through education, research and community engagement.
The achievement marks a significant improvement from the university’s position in the 101–200 band in 2025, making it MSU’s highest-ever placement since it first entered the rankings in 2021.
With an overall score of 89.8%, MSU joins the world’s leading higher education institutions recognised for driving progress towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The THE Sustainability Impact Ratings assess universities based on their contributions to all 17 SDGs across four key areas: research, stewardship, outreach and teaching. This year’s edition evaluated 1,646 universities from 116 countries and territories, making it one of the most comprehensive global sustainability benchmarks for higher education.
MSU delivered standout performances across several SDGs, led by an impressive third-place global ranking for SDG 5: Gender Equality, underscoring the university’s commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable learning environment.
The university also achieved 29th place worldwide for SDG 4: Quality Education, highlighting its efforts to provide accessible, high-quality education while nurturing graduates equipped to address future global challenges.
For SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals, MSU ranked 66th globally, reflecting its extensive collaboration with universities, industry partners, government agencies and non-governmental organisations in advancing sustainability initiatives.
Other notable achievements include 39th place globally for SDG 1: No Poverty, while SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being and SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities both secured 60th place worldwide, demonstrating the university’s continued focus on improving community well-being and promoting inclusive development.
MSU also maintained strong performances across a broad range of sustainability indicators. SDGs 6, 12, 13 and 14 were placed within the global top 101–200, while SDGs 11 and 15 ranked in the 201–300 band. SDGs 7 and 16 were positioned in the 301–400 band, with SDGs 8 and 9 placed within the 401–600 band globally.
The latest rankings reflect MSU’s long-term strategy of embedding sustainability throughout its academic programmes, research activities and campus operations while encouraging a culture of innovation, integrity and social responsibility among students and staff.
The university attributed its continued progress to strong partnerships with local and international institutions, industry stakeholders and community organisations, which have played a key role in expanding initiatives that support sustainable development and create meaningful social impact.
The latest recognition further reinforces MSU’s growing reputation as one of Malaysia’s leading universities committed to producing globally competitive graduates while contributing to sustainable and inclusive development at both the national and international levels.
