Cranfield University is a publicly owned institution headquartered in the UK. Founded in 1946, it employs approximately 2,850 individuals. The university operates as an exclusively postgraduate institution, focusing on developing professionals in technology and management. It engages closely with business, industry, and government entities globally. Through its industry partnerships, applied research projects, and executive education and professional development programmes, Cranfield University collaborates with over 1,500 companies and organisations. Its operations are concentrated on specialist themes including aerospace, defence and security, energy and power, environment and agrifood, manufacturing, transport systems, and water.