Most affordable MBAs in the UK
See which universities offer low-cost MBAs on our list of the cheapest MBAs in the UK.
An MBA qualification may help you to climb the career ladder but it can come at a substantial cost. We list the UK's cheapest MBA degrees so you can find affordable options that suit you. Fees are for UK students studying full-time on campus and commencing their course in 2023/24.
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University of Wolverhampton
Current cost: £11,550
Sustainable strategic management is one of the strands of learning on the University of Wolverhampton’s MBA. Encompassing other key business functions – finance, marketing and people management – you’ll gain an overview of the internal and external pressures on strategic decision-making and how to adapt in a constantly changing global environment.
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Ulster University
Current cost: £11,170
Ulster University’s MBA develops forward-thinking business leaders who understand the essentials of business from leadership to strategy, marketing, finance and business operations. Guest speakers provide insights from diverse companies, including Microsoft, First Trust Bank, Invest NI and Suki Tea. The interactive lecture format enables students to discuss theories and explore ideas.
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Teesside University, Middlesbrough
Current cost: £10,250
Teesside University, Middlesbrough aims to develop entrepreneurial business leaders, equipping you with the skills, knowledge and acumen to navigate the complexities of modern business. Real-time projects with partner organisation will give you the chance to put skills into practice and build your experience.
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York St John University
Current cost: £10,000
You can choose between the MBA and Executive MBA at York St John University. You’ll also gain a professional accreditation from the Chartered Management Institute to boost your CV. Informed by industry insights, the courses bring together theory and practice with a strong focus on employability.
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Bath Spa University
Current cost: £9,930
Bath Spa University offers a Leadership MBA to help you grow into an innovative leader, building on your existing management experience. International perspectives will help deepen your understanding of globalisation on business and the economy. You’ll learn to navigate the challenges facing the sector, able to offer creative and effective leadership.
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London Metropolitan University
Current cost: £9,300
Study for the London Met MBA and you’ll benefit from thoughtful, experience-based learning. You could be leading on projects centred around social responsibility. Low fees make things a little easier in the expensive English capital while living as a postgraduate student.
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University of Bolton
Current cost: £9,000
Analysis, synthesis, innovation and other key characteristics of successful business people are nurtured and developed at the University of Bolton. MBA students are taught by both academics and real business leaders, ensuring a meaningful education borne from experience.
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University of Worcester
Current cost: £8,180
At the University of Worcester graduates from any discipline will be able to develop their understanding of business leadership, whether to run their own business or move into a management role. Alongside core management modules, options include leadership and change management, managing across cultures, and cybersecurity and the online market.
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University of Wales Trinity Saint David
Current cost: £7,800
In 2023/24 the most affordable MBA in the UK can be found at the University of Wales Trinity Saint David. Focused on increasing the employability of all its students, the MBA course at Trinity St David’s Swansea Business School is perfect if you’re looking to gain an internationally-relevant qualification by expanding on previously-learned skills and knowledge.
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