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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.

20 universities · ranked best first

how we rank
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UL University of Leicester logo

University of Leicester

United Kingdom · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
15
UL University of London logo

University of London

United Kingdom · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
16
UN University of Northampton logo

University of Northampton

United Kingdom · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
17
US University of Sussex logo

University of Sussex

United Kingdom · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
19
HB HULT Business School logo

HULT Business School

United Kingdom · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded

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 Leicester, Liverpool John Moores University, University of London. 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.