University of Derby
Video Play Icon12 Photos
University of Derby Logo

MBA Courses at University of Derby

Shiksha popularity ranking
Info Icon

#601 in World

#74 in UK

Plan your Finances
livingCost IconEstimate living cost in Derby
Check now
Rupee Coin Icon955 Scholarships for studying in UK
Check now
Talk to Expert IconTalk to Expert
Dark Clock Icon Last updated on 10 Feb '26

University of Derby MBA/PGDM Highlights 2026

Q&A Icon
Commonly asked questions
On Highlights
Q:   Does the University of Derby MBA provide a good ROI?
A: 

Yes after pursuing an MBA from Derby students can have the opportunity to work for companies like PwC or Toyota. Moreover the University of Derby has been ranked in top 10 for graduate prospects on track for Business and Management studies by Complete University Guide.

It has also been ranked 2nd for Business studies and in top 25 for teaching quality - Business, Management and Marketing by The Times and Sunday Times.

Q:   Is University of Derby good for MBA?
A: 

University of Derby is among the top 100 business schools in the country that offers the best master’s program in Business. Derby University MBA program provides the strategic knowledge, vision and confidence to innovate, challenge and lead change. International students can study the MBA programme either full-time or part-time. The University of Derby MBA Global course is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) and includes membership of CMI.

Also read: MBA In the UK

Q:   How are the University of Derby MBA placements?
A: 

The Derby University placements for MBA are excellent as the employment rate is 96% within six months and students secure employment with companies like PwC, Unilever, HSBC, Rolls-Royce, Toyota, Bloc Digital, and Pentland Brands.

Q:   Which is better for MBA: the University of Derby or IIM Ahmedabad?
A: 

Both the University of Derby and IIM Ahmedabad are among the top universities in the UK and India respectively. They offers the best programs in business to students at an affordable tuition fees. Students get better placement opportunities after completing the MBA degree from these universities. In the below table we have compared them in term of tuition fees and salary to find which is better to study MBA:

College/University

Tuition Fees

Salary after MBA

University of Derby

INR 16 L

INR 41 L

IIM Ahmedabad

INR 12.5 L (approx.)

INR 30 L

As per the above data, the University of Derby is the perfect choice to study MBA abroad in comparison with IIM Ahmedabad.

University of Derby MBA/PGDM
Popular courses

Filter Icon1
Streams
Down Arrow Icon
Specialization
Down Arrow Icon
Course Level
Down Arrow Icon
Mode of Study
Down Arrow Icon
Showing 18 Courses
1 year
– / –
– / –
– / –
– / –
– / –
– / –
– / –
– / –
– / –
– / –
– / –
– / –
– / –
– / –
– / –
– / –
– / –
– / –
– / –
– / –
– / –
– / –
– / –
– / –
– / –
– / –
– / –
– / –
– / –
– / –
– / –
– / –
– / –
– / –
– / –
– / –







University of Derby MBA/PGDM
Fees details 2026

Accordion Icon V3
Fee componentsAmount (for 1 year)
INR 21.45 L - 23.4 L
INR 21.45 L - 23.4 L
Info Icon

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

University of Derby MBA/PGDM

Accordion Icon V3

Compare MBA/PGDM at University of Derby with other similar colleges

College1st Year Tuition FeesRanking
INR 19.06 L - 23.03 L#59 Guardian, 2026
INR 17.27 L - 25.53 L#86 CUG, 2026
INR 19.58 L - 24.95 L#58 Guardian, 2026
INR 22.9 L - 23.54 L#93 CUG, 2026
INR 62.7 L -/-
INR 7.75 L -/-
The values are of the latest years available with Shiksha. For more details, check detailed comparison
View comparisons
Right Arrow Icon

University of Derby MBA/PGDM
Explore Other Courses

University of Derby MBA/PGDM
Students who viewed this university also viewed

qna

Comments

qna

University of Derby

Student Forum

chatAnything you would want to ask experts?
Write here...

Answered 5 days ago

Ideally, for the University of Derby admissions, Indian students should upload the semester-wise or year-wise mark sheets

It helps students show a detailed and individual semester performance. In case, you have already finished your degree, the consolidated marksheet is accepted by year wise is pre

...Read more

78590758
Loveleen Sharma

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 5 days ago

Yes, applying early for the University of Derby admissions is highly beneficial and very much recommended for Indian students. If you apply early, the given advantages are there - 

  • Better chances of securing a spot 
  • Allows more time for visa processing 
  • Allows you to apply for the University of Derby s

...Read more

V

Virajita Bisht

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 5 days ago

After receiving the University of Derby offer letter, Indian students are required to show the proof of funds for the first year tuition fees and living expenses of GBP 1,171 (INR 1.51L) per month for Derby. 

Look at the guidelines given below for the same - 

  • Show these funds for 28 consecutive days 
  • B

...Read more

B

Bhumika Vimal

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 5 days ago

For creative courses like Art, Design or Fashion at the University of Derby, it is important to submit a portfolio that showcases your technical skills and creative thinking. Indian students need typically 70% and the given requirements should be met - 

  • Prepare a digital portfolio (10 to 20 pieces)
  • Fo

...Read more

R

Rachit Arora

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 5 days ago

Yes, the University of Derby accepts the 3-year UG degree for most of the PG programs which are awarded by a recognised university in India.

Generally,  applicants are required to score at least 50% to 60%, depending on the specific programme and the subject competitiveness. Other than this, given b

...Read more

D

Divya Shukla

Contributor-Level 10

About the author

author image
Kanishk Aggarwal

Study Abroad Expert

Kanishk Aggarwal is a content writer at Shiksha.com, creating content for universities abroad. Having pursued an M.Sc. in Forensic Science from GD Goenka University, Gurugram, he has been creating content across diverse domains. When not guiding stud... Read Full Bio

University of Derby

University of Derby Others(1)Campus
University of Derby Others(2)Front View
University of Derby Others(3)University of Derby picture
University of Derby Others(4)University of Derby picture
University of Derby Others(5)University of Derby picture

University of Derby
Location

Accordion Icon V3
University CityDerby, Derbyshire, UK

University of Derby
Contact Information

Address

University of Derby
Kedleston Road
Derby
DE22 1GB

Derby ( Derbyshire)

Go to College Website ->