Master of Business Administration

Main campus, Lancaster,, United Kingdom

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12 monthsProgramme duration

33,000 GBPTuition Fee/year

1Scholarships

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Programme overview

Main Subject

Business and Management Studies

Degree

MBA

Study Level

MBA

Study Mode

On Campus

The Lancaster Master of Business Administration (MBA) is a transformative experience that goes far beyond acquiring knowledge — it reshapes how you think, lead, and make decisions in a complex, fast-changing world. Designed for ambitious professionals, the programme combines rigorous academic learning with real-world application and a globally connected, diverse community that challenges and supports you every step of the way. Through exposure to cutting-edge research, global business strategy, and practitioner insight, you will develop the skills and mindset needed to lead with confidence and integrity.

Experiential learning and industry connections
What truly sets the Lancaster MBA apart is our commitment to experiential learning. You won’t just study case studies; you will live them by working on real projects with real companies, solving real problems. This is foregrounded in our action-learning challenges, as well as our visits to companies and programme partners, guest lectures from our Entrepreneurs and Leaders in Residence, alumni networking, and business consulting opportunities. This approach enables you to make responsible decisions as business leaders, decisions that ensure the best outcomes and that consider our environment, social wellbeing, opportunity, and risk.

Responsible leadership
The Lancaster MBA seeks to challenge you, as the leader of tomorrow, to consider how you can be a responsible and adaptable leader and create value for your organisation that is both balanced and interconnected.

You will graduate with a resilience that allows you to overcome challenges and identify opportunities, even in volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous environments. After completing the programme, you will be globally fluent and ready to shape businesses and organisations around the world.

Over 30 years in the making
The Lancaster MBA, our Management School’s flagship programme, enjoys a rich heritage and engaged community that is over 30 years in the making. Our committed MBA team ensures our programme curriculum constantly evolves to ensure our graduates acquire the skills, knowledge, and experiences needed to excel in contemporary business environments. Consistently remaining relevant and delivering excellence, the Lancaster MBA is built upon our expertise in strategy, responsible leadership and social sustainability.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Business and Management Studies

Degree

MBA

Study Level

MBA

Study Mode

On Campus

Admission Requirements

Cambridge CAE Advanced

176+

PTE Academic

58+

TOEFL

4.5+

IELTS

6.5+

Bachelor GPA

2.7+

Academic requirements

2:2 Hons degree (UK or equivalent) in any subject.

Additional requirements

A minimum of three years' professional work experience since graduation. This should be evidenced by providing a copy of your current CV detailing your professional experience and achievements to date. Preference will be given to those who can demonstrate that they have strong business experience and have held significant managerial responsibilities. Please ensure that you include dates of employment and job titles on your CV.
Two good references - one from your current employer and, ideally the other from someone who can comment on your academic ability.
A detailed personal statement (around 500 words).
An interview with a member of Lancaster's admissions team.