Top 10 Business Schools in UK

As of 2025, the following top 10 business schools in UK have earned their positions as leaders.

1.      London Business School

Situated in the heart of London since 1964, London Business School (LBS) stands as a global business education powerhouse. LBS has consistently ranked among the top business schools worldwide.

 Their business programs offer a deep dive into global business strategies and leadership skills, with opportunities for international exchanges. Additionally, students will get a chance to meet and work with a diverse peer group from various industries and backgrounds.

 Top Courses

• Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• Executive MBA (EMBA)
• Master in Finance (MiF)
• Executive Education Programs

Course Fees

The estimated fees for the full-time MBA program is approximately £88k, while the MIF program is around £38k. 

Entry Requirements

• A strong academic background 
• Competitive GMAT or GRE scores 
• Significant work experience for MBA programs 
• Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills

   

  2.      Imperial College Business School

  Imperial College Business School is one of the top-ranked universities in the UK. The University offer one UG, and 21 PG/PhD programs. Imperial College Business School is part of Imperial College London and is known for its excellence in science, engineering, medicine, and business. Renowned for innovation and entrepreneurship, the business school has a global reputation.

   

  Top Courses

  • Full-Time MBA
  • Global Online MBA
  • MSc Finance
  • MSc Management 

   

  Course Fees

  The Full-Time MBA program’s fees are approximately £57,500, and the MSc Finance program is around £38,500. 

  • A strong academic background
  • Competitive GMAT/GRE scores
  • Relevant work experience. 

   

   

  3.      Bayes Business School

  Formerly known as Cass Business School, Bayes Business School is part of the University of London. It is located in St Luke’s, and it also offers distance education as well. The university provides a space where students, policymakers, academicians, business leaders and industry experts, learn, share, understand, and work on ideas and thinking. 

   

  Top Courses

  • Full-Time MBA
  • Executive MBA
  • MSc Management
  • MSc Finance

   

  Course Fees

  The Full-Time MBA program costs around £47,000, while the MSc Finance program is approximately £28,000.

   

  Entry Requirements

  • A good undergraduate degree
  • Relevant work experience
  • For some programs, GMAT/GRE scores 

   

  4.      ESCP Business School, London

  Founded in 1819, ESCP Business School is the world’s first business school in UK, which provides a truly European perspective on business education. Its diverse and multicultural environment fosters a global mindset among its students. ESCP is based across Europe with campuses in Berlin, Paris, Madrid, Turin, and Warsaw. In London, it offers various PG and executive programs and students from around the world every year try to get admission to this world-class university.

   

  Top Courses

  • Master in Management (MIM)
  • Master in European Business (MEB)
  • Executive MBA (EMBA)
  • Specialized Master’s Programs 

   

  Course Fees

  As of 2024, the MIM program’s fees range from €30,000 to €34,000. The EMBA program can cost around €63,000.

   

  Entry Requirements

  • A bachelor’s degree or equivalent 
  • Competitive GMAT or GRE scores 
  • Language proficiency (English is the primary language of instruction)
  • Relevant work experience for specific programs 

   

   

   

   

  5.      Kings Business School

  Situated in the vibrant city of London, King’s College London Business School is known for its research-led programs and emphasis on creativity and innovation. Commonly known as King’s Business School (KBS), it is accredited by the EQUIS, AACSB, and AMBA. It offers 5 undergraduate and 15 postgraduate courses and some Executive Education programmes.

   

  Top Courses

  • Executive MBA
  • MSc International Marketing
  • MSc Finance
  • MSc Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Technology 

   

  Course Fees

  As of 2024, the Executive MBA program’s fees are approximately £52,500, and the MSc Finance program is around £32,000.

   

  Entry Requirements

  • A good undergraduate degree
  • Relevant work experience
  • For some programs, GMAT/GRE scores

   

  6.      UCL School of Management

  UCL School of Management, part of University College London (UCL), focuses on research-led and practice-based learning. It offers UG, PG, PhD and executive programs in entrepreneurship, management, finance, business analysis, and business information systems.

   

  Top Courses

  • MSc Management
  • MSc Finance
  • Executive MSc in Strategic Management 

   

  Course Fees

  The MSc Management program’s fees are approximately £28,200 for UK/EU students and £33,400 for international students.

   

  Entry Requirements

  • A good undergraduate degree
  • Relevant work experience
  • For some programs, GMAT/GRE scores

   

  7.      Hult Business School

  Hult International Business School is a global institution with Boston, San Francisco, London, Dubai, Shanghai, and New York campuses. It focuses on a practical and hands-on approach to business education. With an acceptance rate of 48% Hult Business School is one of the top choices for international students looking for business studies.

   

  Top Courses

  • Global One-Year MBA
  • Executive MBA
  • Master of International Business
  • Master of Finance 

   

  Course Fees

  The Global One-Year MBA program’s fees range from $85,000 to $97,000.

   

  Entry Requirements

  • Requirements include a bachelor’s degree
  • Relevant work experience
  • Language proficiency

   

   

  8.      Brunel Business School

  Brunel Business School, part of Brunel University London, is known for its practical and industry-focused approach to business education. Along with various UG, PG and PhD courses, the university offers the full-time Brunel MBA programme. This is an intensive one-year course that provides students with a qualification that represents their dedication to continued growth in their profession.

   

  Top Courses

  • MBA
  • MSc Management
  • MSc Accounting and Finance 

   

  Course Fees

  As of 2024, the MBA program’s fees are approximately £22,500, and the MSc Management program is around £16,600.

   

  Entry Requirements

  • Undergraduate degree
  • Work experience
  • GMAT/GRE scores

   

  9.      Queen Mary University of London

  Queen Mary University of London is a leading research-intensive institution. The School of Business and Management emphasises research-led teaching and strong industry connections. The University offers 310+ UG and around 400 PG courses. Only in Business and management, there are around 61 courses. On its London campus alone students from around 170 countries try to get admission every year.

   

  Top Courses

  • MSc Management
  • MSc Finance
  • MSc International Business 

   

  Course Fees

  The MSc Management program’s fees are approximately £17,800 for UK/EU students and £23,500 for international students.

   

  Entry Requirements

  • An undergraduate degree
  • Relevant work experience
  • GMAT/GRE scores 

   

  10. Middlesex Business School

  Middlesex Business School, part of Middlesex University London, is known for its diverse and inclusive learning environment. It aims to prepare students for the global business landscape. With core themes of entrepreneurship and consulting, their programs in Business and Management are designed for those working in established businesses as well as those wishing to set up their own enterprises.

   

  Top Courses

  • MBA
  • MSc International Business Management
  • MSc Marketing 

   

  Course Fees

  The MBA program’s fees are approximately £14,000, and the MSc International Business Management program is around £16,500.

   

  Entry Requirements

  • A good undergraduate degree
  • Work experience 
  • GMAT/GRE scores