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The Lancaster full-time 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.
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.
Programme overview
Specialisations
International Management / Business
Degree
MBA
Study Level
MBA
Study Mode
On Campus
The Lancaster full-time 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.
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.
Admission Requirements
3.3+
6.5+
2:2 Hons degree (UK or equivalent) in any subject. We may also consider non-standard applicants; please contact us for information. If you have studied outside of the UK, we would advise you to check our list of international qualifications before submitting your application.
Additional requirements
As part of your application, you also need to provide/have:
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 (minimum 500 words)
An interview with a member of Lancaster's admissions team
English language requirements We may ask you to provide a recognised English language qualification, dependent upon your nationality and where you have studied previously. We normally require an IELTS (Academic) Test with an overall score of at least 6.5, and a minimum of 6.0 in each element of the test. We also consider other English language qualifications. If your score is below our requirements, you may be eligible for one of our pre-sessional English language programmes. Contact: Admissions Team +44 (0) 1524 592032 or email [email protected]
12 Months
Sep
Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
Internationalism is a critical component of our MBA. We actively seek a multinational cohort because we believe that a mix of backgrounds enhances learning, as each student brings a different perspective.
We focus on developing your practical wisdom and capacity for judgment in the turbulent world of international business.
You will complete our unique Mindful Manager and Core Capabilities modules and Action Learning challenges that weave together deep philosophical learnings and practical skills development.
Your sessions will typically involve group work and interactive discussion to draw out your experiences and relate them to the topic at hand.
In addition to exams and in-class tests, we will ask you to complete reports, reflective experiential learning papers, and academic essays, and deliver presentations.
The Lancaster MBA consistently ranks highly in global MBA rankings and has been accredited by the Association of MBAs since 1996.
We are ranked in Tier 1 in the CEO Magazine Global MBA Rankings 2025
In the QS Global MBA rankings 2026, Lancaster was ranked =13th in the UK, ==44th in Europe and in the top 130 programmes globally.
Lancaster MBA
Lancaster University Management School, Lancaster University, Lancaster, GB, Lancaster, United Kingdom
12 monthsProgramme duration
33,000 GBPTuition Fee/year
1Scholarships
Programme overview
Specialisations
International Management / Business
Degree
MBA
Study Level
MBA
Study Mode
On Campus
The Lancaster full-time 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.
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.
Programme overview
Specialisations
International Management / Business
Degree
MBA
Study Level
MBA
Study Mode
On Campus
The Lancaster full-time 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.
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.
Admission Requirements
2:2 Hons degree (UK or equivalent) in any subject.
We may also consider non-standard applicants; please contact us for information.
If you have studied outside of the UK, we would advise you to check our list of international qualifications before submitting your application.
Additional requirements
As part of your application, you also need to provide/have:
- 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 (minimum 500 words)
- An interview with a member of Lancaster's admissions team
English language requirementsWe may ask you to provide a recognised English language qualification, dependent upon your nationality and where you have studied previously.
We normally require an IELTS (Academic) Test with an overall score of at least 6.5, and a minimum of 6.0 in each element of the test. We also consider other English language qualifications.
If your score is below our requirements, you may be eligible for one of our pre-sessional English language programmes.
Contact: Admissions Team +44 (0) 1524 592032 or email [email protected]
Tuition fees
Domestic
International
Scholarships
Management School MBA Scholarship
Value
50% tuition fee waiver
Deadline
31 Aug 2026
Application requirements
QS Event Attendance is NOT required
Entry requirements
You must be admitted to this school to be awarded
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