University of Manchester
Video Play Icon4 Videos,
18 Photos
University of Manchester Logo

MBA Courses at University of Manchester

Shiksha popularity ranking
Info Icon

#5 in MBA/PGDM in UK

Rupee Coin Icon955 Scholarships for studying in UK
Check eligibility
  • Institute Icon667 acre campus
  • Estd. 2004
Talk to Expert IconTalk to Expert
Dark Clock Icon Last updated on 12 Feb '26

University of Manchester MBA/PGDM Highlights 2026

Q&A Icon
Commonly asked questions
On Highlights
Q:   Which one would be better for freshers in term of placements: SPJIMR for PGDM or the University of Manchester for MBA?
A: 

SPJIMR or SP Jain is one of the top PGDM colleges in India and the University of Manchester is among the top MBA universities in the world. They both offers the best management programs to students at an affordable cost. We have compared them below in terms of thier cost and placements:

College/UniversityTuition FeesPlacements (average salary)
SPJIMR9.5 L - 22.1 L (total fees range)INR 81 L
University of ManchesterINR 20 L to INR 40 L (first year fees range)INR 1.2 Cr

As per the above data, the University of Manchester has the highest average salary for graduates in comparision with SPJIMR placements. But, SP Jain has the low tuition fees for PGDM program. Therefore, it your choice where you want to apply.

Q:   What is the application fee for the MBA course at the University of Manchester?
A: 

The Uni of Manchester MBA application fee is GBP 60. The applicants can take admission to the MBA course by submitting the online application.

Given below are the admission documents requirements for international students - 

  • Admission essay
  • CV
  • Degree transcripts
  • GMAT / GRE
  • English language proficiency score report
Q:   What are the requirements for an MBA course at the University of Manchester?
A: 

Manchester University has certain criteria for various Qualifications. No specific cutoff is mentioned for 12th grade or graduation, allowing applicants from various backgrounds. For MBA a good UG degree or international equivalent is required, with an expectation of being in the top 25% of their class. Check out the table below about the entry criteria required for the MBA program. 

Qualification

Entry Criteria

12th

No specific cutoff mentioned

Graduation

No specific cutoff mentioned

  • Applicants must hold a good undergraduate degree or international equivalent
  • Applicants are expected to be in the top 25% of their bachelor's class 
  • Candidates from any subject background will be considered

IELTS

Marks - 6.5/9

  • with at least 6.5 in the speaking and writing components and no less than 6.0 in reading and listening

GRE

No specific cutoff mentioned

Work Experience

  • Minimum of three years post-graduation work experience with strong, consistent career progression and achievement
Q:   How good is the AMBS internship record for MBA?
A: 

AMBS MBA Class of 2023's overall internship placement rate stood at 96%. Of the 110 members, 106 were offered internships in a range of sectors by some of the top organizations.

Listed below are some of the sectors in which students got offered internships:

·      Consulting

·      Finance/Accounting

·      Technology

·      Manufacturing

·      Transportation and Logistics

Manchester University MBA/PGDM
Popular courses

Filter Icon1
StreamsDown Arrow Icon
SpecializationDown Arrow Icon
Course LevelDown Arrow Icon
Mode of StudyDown Arrow Icon
Showing 44 Courses
Star Icon4.415 months
#5
36 Months
– / –
11
– / –
11
– / –
21
– / –
11
– / –
11
– / –
11
– / –
11
– / –
11
– / –
11
– / –
11
– / –
21
– / –
21
– / –
11
– / –
11
– / –
11
– / –
11
– / –
11
– / –
21
#8
11
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3







Manchester University MBA/PGDM
Fees details 2026

Accordion Icon V3
Fee componentsAmount (for 15 months)
INR 58 L
INR 9.31 L
INR 90.02 K
INR 86.3 K
INR 54.06 K
INR 69.62 L
Info Icon

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

Manchester University MBA/PGDM

Accordion Icon V3

Compare MBA/PGDM at Manchester University with other similar colleges

College1st Year Tuition FeesRanking
INR 23.08 L - 60.74 L#9 QS, 2026
INR 29.16 L - 52.61 L#6 QS, 2026
INR 23.62 L - 45.92 L#14 CUG, 2026
INR 0 - 94.76 L#2 QS, 2026
INR 23.69 L - 47.68 L#16 QS, 2026
INR 27.14 L - 69.86 L#7 Guardian, 2026
The values are of the latest years available with Shiksha. For more details, check detailed comparison
View comparisonsRight Arrow Icon

University of Manchester MBA/PGDM Rankings

Manchester University MBA/PGDM
Explore Other Courses

Manchester University MBA/PGDM
Students Ratings & Reviews

4.4/5
Verified Icon1 Verified ReviewInfo Icon
Student Views (Based on Reviews)
  • 100% students never faced discrimination in this university
Vibe of Campus
Multi-dimensional
Friendly
Liberal
Internships5
Part time work3
Post study jobs5
Quality of faculty4
Student Life5
Value for money5
Public transportation5
Safety5
Indian Food3
Permanent Immigration4
R
Ritwaj Shukla Verified Icon
MBA - Batch of 2025
4.4
Great experiences, vibrant city and a good student culture.
Tips: For my particular course which was the MBA, it is vital to have solid work experience. This is important for doing well in the course and for getting a job later. -There are many cultural differences as compared to India, but a student will experience them only when they arrive here. You need to be more outgoing as compared to India, be able to hold conversations with a barista of a coffee shop as well as a director in a company. Manchester is very diverse and is a wonderful city for students, very vibrant, very happening and not as expensive. I was awarded a scholarship of 7000 GBP based on my work experience and GMAT score. I was awarded this by the university and did not apply for it separately. Very satisfied with everything, I believe this is the best value for money MBA among the top business schools in the UK.
Likes (Safety): Manchester is a safe town, in general UK is quite safe. I have been around the city at 3 AM too and never felt unsafe. There are probably one or two streets where I would not venture out alone at night but for the most part it is safe. I have never had any bad incidents. The most popular crime that takes place is phone snatching, but there is a very easy solution to this, which is not to use your phones while walking on the street.
Dislikes (Indian Food): Various global cuisines are available in Manchester which is the most vibrant city in the UK outside of London. Indian food options are quite limited/average compared to other UK cities. I usually prefer cooking myself but occasionally eat out too.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1300
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 65000
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026Read more
Thumbs Up IconThumbs Down Icon
View 1 ReviewRight Arrow Icon
qna

Comments

qna

Manchester University

Student Forum

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

Answered a week ago

Cardiff University and University of Manchester are best for their Nursing courses. These universities are ranked by top ranking bodies of world such as Shiksha, QS, THE and many more. Table below show Nursing rankings of both universities in UK and in world- 

Ranking Bodies  

Cardiff University (Nursing) 

University of Manchester (Nursing) 

The Guardian University Guide 2026 

#8 

#41 

Complete University Guide 2026 

#15 

#11  

QS Ranking 2025 

#101-150 

#1 

K

Kanishka Gambhir

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

University of Manchester is a public research university based in the UK. The university offers best degree programs at UG and PG levels. Manchester University is home to 10,000+ international students from 160+ nations. University of Manchester placement rate attracts students from all over the wor

...Read more

A

Anangsha Singh

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

Yes, without a doubt Uni of Manchester is worthwhile looking into, considering some of its remarkable rankings for 2025 and 2026. Few of these are mentioned below in a tabular form-

Ranking BodyWorld Rank
QS World University Ranking (2026)35
Academic Ranking of World Universities (2025)46
Times Higher Education (2026)56
Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings (2025)2
QS World University Sustainability Rankings9

R

Ridhi

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

Manchester University offers high placement rate for international students in the UK. According to Financial Times Rankings 2025, the University of Manchester placements rate is 94% and the graduates are employed within 3 months of graduation. The average University of Manchester MBA salary is USD

...Read more

K

Kartik Bisht

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

Yes, the letters of recommendation are an important part of the University of Manchester application

A minimum of one LOR is required to pursue the Manchester programs. This requirement can go as high as 2 LORs too. 

As part of the UCAS application, one reference letter has to be uploaded on the por

...Read more

R

Rachit Arora

Contributor-Level 9

About the author

author image
Akash Gaur

Study Abroad Expert

Akash takes keen interest in writing content. He is particularly drawn towards putting his thoughts into words and is what he enjoys the most. Currently working as part of the Study Abroad team at Shiksha, he keeps a sharp focus on education policie...Read Full Bio

Manchester University

Manchester University Others(1)University of Manchester-Main Building
Manchester University Others(2)University of Manchester Building
Manchester University Others(3)North Campus
Manchester University Others(1)
Manchester University Others(2)

Online courses
you may be interested in

Manchester University
Location

Accordion Icon V3
University CityManchester, Greater Manchester, UK
Size of cityMedium
Population of City5,45,500

Manchester University
Contact Information

Address

Oxford Road, Manchester M13 9PL, UK

Manchester ( Greater Manchester)

Go to College Website ->