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20 Best Business & Management Master's Universities in the United Kingdom 2026

This ranks Business & Management master’s degrees in the United Kingdom for 2026. It is for applicants choosing between 24 programmes across 8 universities.

Ranked by our transparent composite score, with QS rankings, tuition fees and entry requirements.

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1

ED

University of Edinburgh

Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom · Public University

★ 79 QS World #27 Admissions open

Tuition (indicative): GBP 25,500 – GBP 34,500/yr
Founded: 1583

2

UC

University College London

London, England, United Kingdom · Public University

★ 78 QS World #9 Admissions open

Tuition (indicative): GBP 28,000 – GBP 38,000/yr
Founded: 1826

3

MA

University of Manchester

Manchester, England, United Kingdom · Public University

★ 75 QS World #34 Admissions open

Tuition (indicative): GBP 23,000 – GBP 31,000/yr
Founded: 1824

4

AI

American InterContinental University - London

United Kingdom · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open

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AR

Anglia Ruskin University

United Kingdom · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open

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AU

Aston University

United Kingdom · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open

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AU

The American University in London

United Kingdom · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open

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BS

Bath Spa University

United Kingdom · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open

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UB

University of Brighton

United Kingdom · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open

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UD

University of Dundee

United Kingdom · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open

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IU

ifs University College

United Kingdom · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open

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KU

Keele University

United Kingdom · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open

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Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities worldwide for Master's Business & Management?▾

Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include University of Edinburgh, University College London, University of Manchester. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.

How much does a Master's in Business & Management cost abroad?▾

Tuition varies by university and is indicative on each profile — public universities are generally the most affordable, while private and international branch campuses charge more. Scholarships can reduce costs significantly.

Can international students study Business & Management abroad?▾

Yes. Most programmes are taught in English and open to international students, who apply for a student visa through the immigration authority after accepting an offer.

How are these universities ranked?▾

We use a transparent composite score combining QS World/Asia positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. See our ranking methodology for the exact weights.

Studying Business & Management at Master's level abroad

your destination country is a popular, affordable destination for Business & Management at Master's level, with provincially accredited programmes taught in English at both public and private universities, plus international branch campuses. The universities above are ordered by our composite ranking score, which combines QS World and QS Americas positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — with no paid placement.

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A master’s in Business & Management is a postgraduate degree for applicants who want advanced study before moving into specialist roles, management tracks, or further academic work. It suits candidates who already hold an undergraduate degree and want a more focused next step.

The universities in this set are all public, so the main differences for a decision are likely to come from location and programme fit rather than ownership type. The spread includes both London-based and other UK locations, so the choice is between big-city study and smaller-city study, and between places where tuition fees may be easier to compare directly and places where you will need to confirm them with the university.

Before applying, verify the tuition fee for your chosen programme, the entry requirements, the application deadline, and whether the specific master’s you want is still available for 2026. You should also confirm the campus location and the exact award title, since those details can affect both eligibility and the kind of study experience you will get.