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International MBA Programs in the UK

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Full-time MBA (with or without International Exchange) MBA

The University of Edinburgh Business School United Kingdom

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Master of Business Administration (MBA) Online MBA

International Career Institute United Kingdom

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International MBA MBA

Liverpool Hope University United Kingdom

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International MBA MBA

Birmingham City University United Kingdom

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MBA in International Management MBA

ESCP Business School United Kingdom

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MBA (Executive) MBA

Leeds Beckett University Distance Learning United Kingdom

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International Management with a Year in Business MBA

Royal Holloway, University of London United Kingdom

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International Business MBA

University of Greenwich United Kingdom

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The Oxford Brookes Global MBA MBA

Oxford Brookes University United Kingdom

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International Master of Business Administration MBA

University for the Creative Arts (UCA) United Kingdom

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MBA MBA

Regent's University London United Kingdom

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The Henley MBA by Distance Learning MBA

Henley Business School, University of Reading United Kingdom

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Master of Business Administration (International Management) MBA

London South Bank University (LSBU) United Kingdom

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International Business MBA MBA

University of Cumbria United Kingdom

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International Management MBA (PGCert PGDip) MBA

University of Brighton United Kingdom

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MBA by distance learning MBA

University of Leicester, School of Management United Kingdom

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All International MBA Masters Degrees

Study an International MBA Course in the UK in 2025

An International Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree is aimed at working professionals who are looking to progress their career. Due to the mass globalisation of business, there is an increase in the demand for managers with international business expertise. An international MBA, also known as an IMBA, will prepare you for the fast-paced, competitive and demanding nature of business. An IMBA will likely be attended by more mature students than an undergraduate degree, as they will be coming to education after gaining several years of work experience.

An IMBA degree will take your existing knowledge of international business and build on it, progressing your skills and abilities. You will be sharing your perspective of key principles and concepts with students from many areas of the business world, and potentially from a variety of countries. This will be the perfect opportunity to network with potential future global business leaders.

Your degree will be delivered in a mixture of modes. These will include lectures and seminars, as well as practical sessions. You may be required to take part in a work placement as part of your degree.

Depending on where you choose to study, you may be able to specialise throughout your degree. This specialisation might be able to influence the way in which your career progresses when you finish studying. Common specialisations might include:

  • International Business
  • Global Strategic Operations
  • Global Risk Management
  • International Finance
  • International Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Creativity

If your degree requires you to write a dissertation or submit a final research project, this will give you an opportunity to further explore a favoured area of international business.

The accreditation of an IMBA is internationally standardised. This means that no matter where in the world you choose to study, you will be awarded a Master of Business Administration. The only element of your award that may be different is the specific title.

Some degrees may be accredited or approved by professional bodies of business and management. These might include the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), or the Association of MBAs (AMBA).

The duration of your IMBA will depend on where you choose to study. It will also be influenced by the country in which your institution is located. Generally, an IMBA can take up to three years when studied full-time, and up to eight years if studied part-time.

An MBA is generally studied as a final degree, so further study does not tend to be common. However, if you do wish to continue your studies, this could be in the form of a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA), a different masters degree, or a graduate diploma or certificate.

International MBA degree students are likely to already have an idea of their career path after they have graduated. This might include progressing in your current career, such as moving from a middle management job role to a senior management job role. It could also include changing career completely, potentially moving industry and location. Gaining an IMBA is a great way to display to international companies that you have an advanced expertise in business, and have gained a world-recognised award.

Study in the UK

The UK is a popular destination for international students who want to study abroad. With a wide range of universities offering a variety of courses, there are so many opportunities that students might not be able to find elsewhere. Each university will pride itself on offering high quality education from leading teaching professionals. A qualification gained in the UK will be well regarded across the globe, making an education in the UK a great investment in your future. As well as this, there are many highly ranked universities in the UK, around 17 of which are consistently appearing in the top 100 of the QS World University Rankings.

See our detailed guide to studying in the UK for international students.

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