An MBA Program at a UK universities usually takes one year to complete, but some UK MBA programs can last for two years and prospective MBA students can also combine study part-time, so your career may continue. Online MBA courses are also availble in many universities. If you are an international student, you must study a full-time MBA, as you cannot get a Tier 4 Visa (UK Study Visa) for a part time MBA.
Contrary to the popular belief that all MBA programs require work experience, International students can study an MBA without having prior work experience in the UK.
MBA in the UK: Key Features
List of Universities / Business Schools Offering MBA Programs in the UK
| London Business School, LBS MBA | University of Oxford | University of Cambridge |
|---|---|---|
| University of Manchester | City University London, CASS Business School MBA | Imperial College London, Imperial MBA |
| Cranfield University | University of Reading, Henley Business School MBA | University of Warwick |
| University of Bath | University of Strathclyde | University of Edinburgh |
| Lancaster University | University of the Arts London | Aston University |
| Durham University | University of Bradford | University of Leeds |
| University of Nottingham | University of Southampton | University of Westminister |
| University of Glasgow | Loughborough University | University of Exeter |
| University of Leicester | University of Birmingham | University of Surrey |
| University of Sheffield | University of Brighton | Brunel University London |
| Robert Gordon University | Newcastle University | Swansea University |
| University of Kent | Royal Holloway, University of London MBA | University of Hull |
| University of East Anglia | University of Portsmouth | Queen's University Belfast |
| Kingston University | Cardiff University | University of Liverpool |
| Manchester Metropolitan University | University of Essex | Heriot-Watt University |
| University of Salford | University of Sussex | University of Aberdeen |
| University of Stirling | University of Buckingham | University of Central Lancashire |
| Falmouth University | Nottingham Trent University | Ulster University |
| University of the West of England | University for the Creative Arts | University of Roehampton |
| Royal Agricultural University | Sheffield Hallam University | Canterbury Christ Church University |
| Edinburgh Napier University | Oxford Brookes University | Glasgow Caledonian University |
| Middlesex University | Northumbria University | University of the West of Scotland |
| University of Greenwich | London Metropolitan University | Bangor University |
| Birmingham City University | Bournemouth University | De Montfort University |
| University of Lincoln | University of Huddersfield | University of Winchester |
| University of Derby | University of East Lopndon | Queen Margaret University |
| Coventry University | London South Bank University | Staffordshire University |
| Teesside University | York St. John University | Anglia Ruskin University |
| University of Northampton | University of Bolton | Edge Hill University |
| University of Gloucestershire | Cardiff Metropolitan University | University of Cumbria |
| Leeds Trinity University | Southampton Solent University | University of St. Mark and St. John |
| University of Sunderland | Liverpool Hope University | University of Chester |
| University of Worcester | University of Bedfordshire | University of West London |
| University of South Wales | Leeds Beckett University | Liverpool John Moores University |
| University of Wales Trinity Saint David | Glyndwr University | Bucks New University |
| University of Suffolk | University of the Highlands and Islands |
Admission Requirement and steps involved for Studying MBA in the UK:
Academic Documents: Transcripts and Mark Sheets
- You need to submit all mark sheets from 10th to final year of your studies.
- You do not need to wait for final year or final semester marksheet, while applying to UK Universities. You can apply to UK universities and secure conditional Offer of Admission. Later, when you receive your final mark sheet, you can update it with the university.
- A transcript is not required to apply in most of the UK universities.
English Proficiency Test
In order to get admission in the UK Universities, student needs to demonstrate his / her English language proficiency. Acceptable English Language Tests in the UK:
- IELTS (International English Language Testing System)
- Cambridge Assessment English’s C1 Advanced and C2 Proficiency
- PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English)
- Duolingo
- TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Langauge)
Statement of Purpose (SOP) for Studying MBA in the UK
Statement of Purpose (SOP) is an important part of your application process while applying to Master’s Program in the UK. The statement you write provides additional evidence of your intellectual and creative achievement. Such a statement is also the only opportunity for the readers of your application (admission department, committee) to get a feel for you as a person as well as for you as a student.
The statement of purpose is also the place where you can put your academic records into the context of your opportunities and obstacles, your long-term career goals and more.
Your personal statement should be exactly that – personal. This your opportunity to tell a University about yourself – your hopes, ambitions, life experiences, inspirations, why Study in UK, what attracts you about a specific UK University.
Resume / Updated CV
A well crafted Resume goes a long way. It should clearly tell about your employment, education and achievements. Generally, we recommend that your resume / CV should be of 1 page or max 2 pages.
Letter of Recommendation for Studying MBA in the UK
A recommendation letter that highlight’s candidate’s achievements in academic or professional world would add great value for the candidature.
- It is advisable to get such references from one’s academic institutions (Professors / directors / project guide) or from workplace (reporting manager / CEO) if you have work experience after your graduation. Your immediate supervisor is generally considered to be in the best position to have been able to observe and assess your capabilities.
- Recommendation letter should be on the letter head of your institute / employer and should be signed and stamped.
- Some UK universities also accept online recommendation. You will need to register the referees online (in the online application portal). Your referee will receive an email from the University and he / she will have to follow the instructions to submit the recommendation online. While registering the referees, it is preferred to have the institutional or organizational email id.
- Most UK Universities will ask for 2 Letter of Recommendations.
Work Experience Letters
Though work experience is not necessary for Most UK universities. However, if you have study gaps, you must justify your gaps, by providing work experience letters.
Passport Copy and Immigration History
Most of the UK Universities will ask you to submit the front and last page of your passport. And, if you have previously studied in the UK or have undertaken any visits, UK Universities may ask you to fill an immigration history form.
Interview
The interview is usually the last step during the admission process. Most UK universities will not do an interview. However, there are several universities, where it is compulsory. These interviews could be conducted by a faculty member. These interview are more often informal in nature and are meant for information exchange. There interviews allow university representative to judge the candidates’ focus, passion, future career goals and personality.
Receive Conditional / Unconditional Offer Letter
After your application is submitted. UK University will offer you a Conditional offer of admission. The conditions that you need to fulfill will be mentioned on the conditional offer letter. It could be about finishing your final year of studies with a specific score or submitting English Language Proficiency Test Scores. Once you meet all the conditions, you will receive and unconditional offer letter of admission. This means you can move to the next step of making a deposit payment to the University.
Confirmation of Acceptance For Studies (CAS)
Once the deposit payment is done, you University will issue a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) which is the document that you need to submit to apply for a UK Student Visa (Tier 4 Study Visa). You must verify all the information in the CAS thoroughly before making a UK Student Visa Application and get any errors rectified by the University.
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