There are a variety of subjects to choose from when you decide to pursue your higher studies in the UK. MBA is one of the most opted courses in the UK because it finishes in just one year, except for some specialisations that might require more months in the university for its completion.

Some of the top subjects or specialisations that most international students prefer are International Business, Human Resource, Finance, Project Management and more. Almost every other university in the UK provides various specialisations to students thinking of pursuing an MBA.

Getting your degree from the UK helps you expand your wings to different corners of the world due to the acceptance of degrees offered by renowned universities in this country.

Eligibility criteria for MBA in the UK

Although the entry requirements vary drastically in different universities in the UK, the essential eligibility criteria for international students remain the same. Here are some of the qualifiers that you need to keep in mind while thinking of studying in the UK:

  • A bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university is valid and acceptable in the UK.
  • Legit work experience certificates.
  • Have a valid score in any English language test or other course-specific entrance tests.

Along With your documents, applicants might need to present essays showcasing their inclination of studying in the UK, SOP’s, reference letters from professors or employers, updated CVs, etc.

You can contact SI-UK to clarify any doubts and complete your documentation for applying online either at the university website or through the UCAS portal.

Top MBA colleges in the UK

The UK is an ideal place to reach if you are thinking of pursuing a master’s in Business Administration. There are many renowned and affordable universities in the UK so that every student can find their perfect institution to go to.

Here is the list of top MBA colleges in the UK according to the famous QS world ranking of 2021:

  • London Business School
  • University of Cambridge
  • University of Oxford
  • London School of Economics and Political Science
  • University of Warwick
  • University of Manchester
  • Imperial College London
  • City, University of London
  • Lancaster University
  • University of Bath
  • University of Leeds
  • Oxford Brookes University
  • University College London
  • University of Strathclyde
  • Aston University
  • King’s College London
  • University of Edinburgh
  • Durham University
  • Cardiff    University
  • University of Nottingham

The ranking of these universities are based on various factors like the reputation of the university, current students input amongst other qualifiers.

Many of the universities from the above list are situated in London thus it would be safe to say that universities in London are the ideal choices for an MBA degree.

On top of this, London has been chosen three times as the best city for university students, making it a desirable place to reside and complete your course if you want to move to the UK.

The cost of studying for an MBA in the UK for Indian students depends solely on which university they are taking admission in. As this course is generally for one year, the cost of being in the UK is relatively less than any other country for your post-graduation.

Due to the short duration that postgraduate degrees have in the UK, students choose these institutions time and again. On average, the annual tuition fee of an MBA can start from £10,000 and go up to £50,000.Some universities don’t require GMAT scores for considering your application for studying MBA. These institutions are:

  • University of Central Lancashire
  • Warwick School of Business
  • Birmingham City Business School
  • Durham University Business School
  • Middlesex University

You can get admission right after completing your undergraduate degree in India without needing work experience to show in your application for some universities in the UK. Some of these organizations are:

  • Anglia Ruskin University
  • University of Bedfordshire
  • Coventry University
  • University of East London
  • Glyndwr University
  • Leeds Beckett University
  • Liverpool John Moores University
  • University of Northampton
  • Staffordshire University
  • University of Sunderland
  • Swansea University
  • Teesside University
  • University of Central Lancashire
  • University of Westminster
  • University of West London
  • West London College

Apart from these options, some universities in the UK allow students without any valid score in English language tests. Based on your marks in English, various universities open their doors for Indian students. Here is the list of such institutions:

  • Anglia Ruskin University
  • Bolton University
  • University of Greenwich
  • University of West London
  • University of South Wales
  • Cardiff Metropolitan University
  • Chester University
  • Middlesex University

However, for these universities, you might need to attend an online interview and to get admission you must have studied in an English medium school with valid scores in the English language in your 10+2 examination.

If you have any doubts about studying in the UK, you can contact SI-UK by booking a free consultation call. Our experts are available for every query, no matter whether you have regarding your studies in the UK. Get in touch today.