About the university
London Business School (LBS) is a postgraduate business school in London, founded in 1964, with a second campus in Dubai. It teaches the two-year MBA, pre-experience Graduate Masters in Management, Analytics and Management and Financial Analysis, a post-experience Masters in Finance, the Sloan Masters in Leadership and Strategy, executive MBAs and executive education. It has about 3,800 students and online learners, and 59,000+ alumni from 166 countries.
Indian graduates and professionals look at LBS for finance, consulting and technology careers in London. Fees are the same for all nationalities, and the 2026-intake programme fees run from £52,950 for a Graduate Masters to £123,950 for the MBA. LBS quotes the Financial Times placing it as the number 3 business school in Europe in 2025.
- Founded
- 1964
- Students
- 3,800 students and online learners
- International
- 92% of MBA students are international
- Alumni
- 59,000+ from 166 countries
- Campuses
- London, plus Dubai (DIFC)
- Intakes
- August for the MBA and Graduate Masters; December for the Sloan Masters
- Scholarships
- £22m awarded for the academic year
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £61,975
- Duration
- 15–21 months full-time
- Intakes
- August
- English
- Check the MBA English language info sheet
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £52,950
- Duration
- 12–16 months full-time
- Intakes
- August
- English
- IELTS 7.0 (6.5 each), PTE 76 (70 each), Duolingo 130 (125 each)
- Postgraduate
Masters in Analytics and Management (MAM)
- Fee / year
- £52,950
- Duration
- 12–16 months full-time
- Intakes
- August
- English
- IELTS 7.0 (6.5 each), PTE 76 (70 each), Duolingo 130 (125 each)
- Postgraduate
Masters in Financial Analysis (MFA)
- Fee / year
- £52,950
- Duration
- 12–16 months full-time
- Intakes
- August
- English
- IELTS 7.0 (6.5 each), PTE 76 (70 each), Duolingo 130 (125 each)
- Postgraduate
Masters in Finance (Full-time)
- Fee / year
- £67,950
- Duration
- 10–16 months full-time
- Intakes
- August
- English
- IELTS 7.0 (6.5 each), PTE 76 (70 each), Duolingo 135 (125 each)
- Postgraduate
Global Masters in Management (with Fudan University)
- Fee / year
- £52,950
- Duration
- 24 months
- Intakes
- August
- English
- IELTS 7.0 (6.5 each), PTE 76 (70 each), Duolingo 130 (125 each)
- Postgraduate
Sloan Masters in Leadership and Strategy
- Fee / year
- £99,950
- Duration
- 12 or 16 months full-time
- Intakes
- December
- English
- Check the programme's English language requirement
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (GBP) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBA | 15–21 months full-time | £61,975 | ≈ ₹75.6 lakh |
| Masters in Management (MiM) | 12–16 months full-time | £52,950 | ≈ ₹64.6 lakh |
| Masters in Analytics and Management (MAM) | 12–16 months full-time | £52,950 | ≈ ₹64.6 lakh |
| Masters in Financial Analysis (MFA) | 12–16 months full-time | £52,950 | ≈ ₹64.6 lakh |
| Masters in Finance (Full-time) | 10–16 months full-time | £67,950 | ≈ ₹82.9 lakh |
| Global Masters in Management (with Fudan University) | 24 months | £52,950 | ≈ ₹64.6 lakh |
| Sloan Masters in Leadership and Strategy | 12 or 16 months full-time | £99,950 | ≈ ₹1.22 crore |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
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Scholarships
- MBA and Graduate Masters
LBS merit scholarships
Value: Varies; around 20% of the Graduate Masters class receives school scholarship funding
Eligibility: Admitted students are automatically considered for all merit awards they qualify for.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - MBA and Graduate Masters
Laidlaw Women's Leadership Fund
Value: Not stated
Eligibility: Outstanding women who might not otherwise be able to afford a top-tier business education.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- LBS does not teach undergraduate degrees.
Postgraduate
- MiM, MAM, MFA and Global MiM are for recent graduates who finished their degree within the last two years, with 0 to 2 years of post-degree work experience (internships during study do not count).
- A strong GMAT or GRE score helps LBS assess you; no minimum score is published. MAM and MFA expect strong quantitative skills.
- The MBA is for professionals with strong work experience; the Masters in Finance needs finance experience (about 5 years on average); the Sloan Masters is for senior leaders (about 18 to 20 years on average).
- Offer holders pay non-refundable commitment and reservation fees (for example £2,000 and £6,000 for Graduate Masters, £3,500 and £6,500 for the MBA), deducted from tuition.
Documents
- Online application
- Degree transcripts
- CV
- GMAT or GRE score (recommended)
- English test result taken within 2 years of the start date
- Passport
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 7.0 overall with 6.5 in each component (Graduate Masters and MiF) |
| PTE Academic | 76 overall with 70 in each component |
| TOEFL iBT (from 21 Jan 2026) | 5 overall on the new scale; section minimums vary by programme |
| Duolingo | 130 overall (135 for MiF) with 125 in each component |
| Waiver | Only for full-time degrees taught entirely in English in a majority English-speaking country; an Indian degree taught in English does not qualify on its own |
Accommodation and living costs
Most LBS students rent privately in London: studios, flats, shared flats or houses. LBS offers a limited number of rooms in University of London halls through University of London Housing Services. The LBS pages we opened give no rent figures.
| Item | In GBP | Approx. in rupees |
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Campus and location
LBS is based in London, with a campus at the Dubai International Financial Centre and a corporate presence in Riyadh.
- Almost 1,000 faculty and staff.
- 80+ student clubs.
- 8,000+ executive education participants a year.
- Global MiM students also study at Fudan University's School of Management in Shanghai.
Careers and graduate outcomes
LBS graduates mainly go into finance, consulting and technology. Published outcome figures are for jobs accepted or offered within three months of graduation. See our UK guide for Graduate visa rules.
| What | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| MBA 2025 class: accepted job offers within three months | 86% | LBS MBA page |
| MAM 2025 graduates: job offer within three months | 96% | LBS MAM page |
| MFA 2025 class: job offer within three months | 92% | LBS MFA page |
| Masters in Finance 2025 graduates: employed within three months | 83% | LBS Masters in Finance page |
Studying in the UK
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FAQs
How much does LBS cost for Indian students?
Fees are the same for all nationalities. For the 2026 intake, the MiM, MAM and MFA cost £52,950 for the programme, the Masters in Finance £67,950, the Sloan Masters £99,950 and the MBA £123,950 for 15–21 months. Living costs in London are extra.
Do Indian students need IELTS for LBS?
Yes, usually. The degree waiver only covers degrees taught in English in a majority English-speaking country. For the Graduate Masters you need IELTS 7.0 with 6.5 in each part, PTE 76 or Duolingo 130.
Do I need the GMAT?
LBS publishes no minimum, but says a strong GMAT or GRE score helps it judge your ability to succeed.
Are there scholarships?
Yes. Admitted students are automatically considered for merit awards, and around 20% of the Graduate Masters class gets school funding. LBS awarded £22m in scholarships for the academic year.
Can I work in the UK after LBS?
Graduates can usually apply for the UK Graduate visa. See our UK guide for the current rules.
Sources
- LBS: MBA fees, financing and scholarships (opens in a new tab)
- LBS: Masters in Management fees (opens in a new tab)
- LBS: Masters in Financial Analysis fees (opens in a new tab)
- LBS: Masters in Analytics and Management fees (opens in a new tab)
- LBS: Masters in Finance (Full-time) fees (opens in a new tab)
- LBS: Global Masters in Management fees (opens in a new tab)
- LBS: Sloan Masters fees (opens in a new tab)
- LBS: English language info sheet (MiM, Global MiM, MAM, MFA) (opens in a new tab)
- LBS: proving your English language ability (MiF 2026) (opens in a new tab)
- LBS: MBA programme (opens in a new tab)
- LBS: about London Business School (opens in a new tab)
- LBS: moving to London (opens in a new tab)
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