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The UBI Global World Rankings Report 19/20 spotlights the world’s most effective business incubators and accelerators. Based on data from 364 programs across 82 countries, the report showcases how these organizations drive entrepreneurship, create jobs, and power sustainable growth across every continent.
Built on the trusted World Benchmark Study, this edition expands beyond university programs to include public, private, and corporate incubators and accelerators, revealing key trends, success factors, and best practices that define global innovation excellence.
Whether you’re managing an innovation hub or shaping national policy, this report offers a clear view of where the world’s best perform — helping you measure your impact, learn from top performers, and take your ecosystem to the next level. 🌍✨
Table of Contents
| Section | Page |
| Program classification | 5 |
| Landscape and methodology overview | 6 |
| Benchmark and ranking framework | 7 |
| Methodological procedure | 7 |
| Score calculation | 8 |
| Ranking and recognition overview | 9 |
| Rankings | 10 |
| World Top University Business Incubators | 10 |
| World Top Public Business Incubators | 12 |
| World Top Private Business Incubators | 13 |
| World Top University Business Accelerators | 14 |
| World Top Public Business Accelerators | 14 |
| World Top Private Business Accelerators | 15 |
| Recognitions | 16 |
| Top challengers | 16 |
| Most promising | 18 |
| Publications | 19 |
| About UBI Global | 20 |
| Directory: featured programs | 21 |