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Manchester University Placements: Job Opportunities, Placement rate, Packages

Q: In which sector Manchester University graduates work?

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 University of Manchester graduates work for top sectors that are listed below- Business Development Education Operations Engineering Research

Q: Does the University of Manchester offer internship opportunities?

Yes, University of Manchester offers 8-12 week internship programs. According to the employment report 2023 for MBA graduates, the companies that offer internship programs are as follows- Amazon Citi Hilti Innovation Factory BASF LADbible Bentley Motors North Edge Capital Biffa Siemens Royce Institute TalkTalk

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As per 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 151,826 or INR 1.37 Cr.

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Financial Times Rankings 2025, the University of Manchester placements rate is 94%.

The average University of Manchester MBA salary is USD 151,826.

Manchester University records an increase of 108% in average salary increase 3 years.

Top employers at Manchester University include Amazon, Microsoft, Google, Unilever, etc.Tesco

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University of Manchester Placement Overview
Manchester University Average packages & top recruiters 2026
Manchester University Course placements 2025
Manchester University Student Reviews
University of Manchester Placement FAQs

University of Manchester Placement Overview

The University of Manchester is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world. Manchester is known for its better placement opportunities and quality education. 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 151,826 or INR 1.37 Cr.

The University of Manchester records an increase of 108% in average salary increase 3 years after graduation (Financial Times Global MBA Ranking 2024). Top employers who hire MBA graduates of Alliance Manchester Business School are Amazon, Microsoft, Google, Unilever, Tesco, Deloitte, Essar and many more.

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University of Manchester MBA Placement 2023 Highlights

The University of Manchester average salary is around USD 140,238 or INR 1.2 Cr. The table below includes highlights of the Manchester University placements:

Head	Data
Average weighted salary	USD 140,238 (INR 1.26 Cr)
Top Employers(MBA)	Amazon, Microsoft, Google, Unilever, Tesco, Deloitte, Essar, etc.
Top Industry	Technology, Financial Services, Consulting, Energy, Healthcare, etc.

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University of Manchester MBA Class Profile

For the MBA class of 2023, the class size decreased from 113 in 2020 to 110 in 2023. However, there is an increase in the percentage of female students from 39% in 2020 to 45% in 2023. Mentioned below are the University of Manchester MBA class profile:

Head	MBA Class of 2020	MBA Class of 2023
Class size	113	110
Percentage of International students	94%	91%
Average age	29	27-34
Average work experience	6 Years	7 Years
Percentage of female	39%	45%
Nationalities	30	30
Complete report	NA	MBA Employment Report 2023

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University of Manchester MBA Top Employers

Every year, the University of Manchester MBA graduates are hired by global employers. They offer the best salary packages in the industry to graduates. The table below includes the industry-wise top employers who hire Manchester MBA graduates:

Industry	Top Employers
Financial Services	American Express, Citi Group, Silver Birch, Mastercard, HSBC
Consulting	Deloitte, Mckinsey, PwC, Gobeyond Partners, Alix Partners, Curzon Consulting, EY, Baringa, RPS
Marketing and Retail	Hilti, Tesco, Mars, Travis Perkins, ASDA, Highbourne Group, THG
Pharma and Healthcare	Lilly, Thermo Fisher, Johnson & Johnson, Unilever, NHS
Telecoms, Media and Technology	Amazon, BT, Microsoft, Sony, TalkTalk, Google, Infosys
Energy and Industry	Essar, Mitsui, Gazprom, RWE, OVO Energy

University of Manchester Post-MBA Professional Experience

Students also worked before they decided to pursue an MBA from the University of Manchester. The pre-MBA professional experience of the graduates with percentage has been given in the table below for the batch 2023:

Industry	Percentage of Students 2023
Technology	25%
Consulting	21%
Financial Services	16%
Healthcare	7%
FMCG	5%
Energy	5%
Other	5%
Retail	5%
Transportation and Logistics Services	5%
Manufacturing	4%
Real Estate	2%

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University of Manchester MBA Employed by Location

The MBA graduates of the University of Manchester were placed in different locations around the globe. The location-wise percentage details for the MBA batch of 2023 have been given in the table below:

Location	Percentage of Graduates Placed in 2023
UK	64%
Europe	10%
Asia	9%
India	7%
South America	4%
North America	2%
Middle East	2%

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Q: Does the University of Manchester offer internship opportunities?

Yes, University of Manchester offers 8-12 week internship programs. According to the employment report 2023 for MBA graduates, the companies that offer internship programs are as follows-

Amazon
Citi
Hilti
Innovation Factory
BASF
LADbible
Bentley Motors
North Edge Capital
Biffa
Siemens
Royce Institute
TalkTalk

Manchester University
Average packages & top recruiters 2026

Top Recruiters

IBM

AIRBUS GERMANY

Ernst & Young

HSBC

Rolls-Royce

Mott McDonald

JLL

Gucci

Nissan

Hewitt

Nestle

ACCENTURE

Amazon.com

Microsoft

Blackrock

Saudi aramco

Knight Frank

IBM

Shell

Exxon

Burberry

Tata Steel

Jaguar

KPMG

Honda Two Wheelers

AVIS

Apple

Tesco HSC

Citi Corp

Boeing

StandardChartered

BP Foundation

Deloitte

Bombardier

Accenture

Amazon

Siemens

Google

Rolls Royce

SONY

Marks and Spencer

PricewaterhouseCoopers

CBRE

Cisco Systems

shell

pwc

tesco

Schlumberger

Johnson Johnson

American Express

Procter Gamble

Unilever

Fujitsu

Osmosys

Bloomberg

GE Healthcare

Armacell

McKinsey

KPMG

TATA Consultancy Services

Barclays Capital

Ormat Technologies

Bank of America

Standard Chartered bank

Decathlon

McKinseyCompany

Credit Suisse

Goldman Sachs

Samsung

Shoppers Stop

Deutsche Bank

Vodafone

Merrill Lynch

Morgan Stanley

RBS (Royal Bank of Scotland)

UBS

Manchester University
Course placements 2025

Course	Average salary	Median Salary	Highest Salary
MBA	Pound 98,300	-/-	-/-

Manchester University
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Internships3.1

Part time work3.5

Post study jobs3.7

Quality of faculty4.3

Student Life4.7

Value for money3.7

Public transportation4.7

Safety4.4

Indian Food4.3

Permanent Immigration3.1

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MSc in Data Science (Business and Management) - Batch of 2025

Strong faculty, academically inclined, but poor career support.

Tips: Manchester + Uom genuinely changed me. I'd lived abroad in Sweden before, so moving countries wasn't new, but Manchester hits different. Manchester feels different, cloudy, social, and full of character. Living here has made me more patient and open-minded just by living in such a diverse place. It is also super safe compared to India, and that safety unlocks a new kind of confidence; you start feeling like the world is your playground. I become more independent, more secure in my own style, and more me. Day-to-day is very "Oxford Road main arc" where life circles lectures, library, coffee runs, and constantly running into people because the whole stretch is basically student central. When I am not in lectures, I am mostly hiking around speak district, people watching around NQ, or on my way to inhale food on Curry Mile. And the rain is super annoying at first, but as you go through the seasons, you go from gloomy to romanticising the rain, where later on you huddle up and imagine yourself as an indie movie character. Academically, the University of Manchester is strong. For data Science, a lot of teaching staff are from other departments, so they are genuinely experts in their fields. All the professors are warm and welcoming in general. I would suggest the university for students who want to pursue further studies. A lot of students secured partial and full ride schlorhsip, especially within the school of engineering and AMBS. Overall, being in university is strong academically, but there is not much support career wise 70% of the class always move back home, and the rest struggle due to international passports and strict government regulations. Even though I have thoroughly enjoyed my time here, I think it is a better option to apply in the EU or Australia.

Dislikes (Internships): The University of Manchester has a dedicated careers centre but the support feels more like it only exists in theory. The practical support available for postgrad students seeking internships is limited in effectiveness. The opportunities are mostly available to students who already carry relevant work experience (2+ years) in their home country or are British passport holders. Many capable fresh college graduates struggle to secure a job despite making active efforts. There are no readily available internships; the university does have some programs in different schools, such as engineering or medicine but again these resources are mostly centred around undergrad students.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 525

Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 30000

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026Read more

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MSc in Health Data Science - Batch of 2024

4.1

The city is well connected.

Tips: The culture is a bit different but one can easily adapt to it. I did not avail any scholarship for this course. It's a self learning course, the professors help with the work but the majority of the work is expected to be done by the student. This is a bit different from the learning structure in India.

Likes (Public transportation): The city is well connected. Bus is the cheapest mode of transportation 5-6 for an entire day. There are many reliable alternatives as well, in case of schedule changes due to weather, strike, etc. The transport system is very efficient for students.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Current changes in government might influence the route to ILR. Once someone lands a sponsorship, the route to ILR is quite straightforward. Would recommend students to have a look at the roles that are currently in demand before picking their course/specialisation.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1225

Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 36025

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026Read more

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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

Anonymous

MSc in Data Science (Social Analytics) - Batch of 2025

Excellent and friendly university.

Tips: The University of Manchester is excellent. It is filled with people who are there to help you, and you have the freedom to explore your hobbies. I adjusted quite well with everyone and did not experience much cultural shift. I received an academic scholarship worth 7,000. If you are eligible, the university takes you into consideration without having to apply. I am quite satisfied with the university and the country. However, I would have liked it if the course had been paced more effectively and we had been taught more relevant material.

Likes (Indian Food): It is a cultural hub and you can find any cuisine quite easily. Especially in Manchester there is a street called Curry Mile which has shops from India, Pakistan and even Middle Eastern countries. The pricing varies from shop to shop. I prefer cooking my food because it allows me to put as much spice in the food as I want.

Dislikes (Post study jobs): I'm not sure how many companies offer sponsored visas, but there are quite a few. Sponsorship is not based on the role; however, roles in AI and data Science see more sponsorship. For a sponsored role, your salary should be above 32,000 GBP while junior roles tend to start from 24,000-26,000 GBP.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 900

Prepping time for classes5 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 30000

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026Read more

Anonymous

MSc in Financial Crime and Compliance in Digital Societies - Batch of 2026

3.9

Good courses and high competition.

Tips: The business and STEM courses are among the most popular programs here so the quality of education is high and so is demand hence, course registration can and will get intense. The city is very vibrant and cheaper to live as compared to cities like London. Very global campus and professors are very good at what they do. Part time work is limited so you'll have to keep trying for one that fits your schedule.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1650

Prepping time for classes31 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 108350

Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025Read more

Anonymous

MSc in Health Psychology - Batch of 2027

3.9

The university is good but can do better in terms of administration and student services.

Tips: I was quite confused at the start but the student body is helpful and so are the professors. The university can do better in terms of administration and student services, but other than that, Manchester is a nice and liveable city. Winters are brutal, and things shut down early in the evening. The maximum you can work is 20 hours, so be very careful to maintain that.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1800

Prepping time for classes32 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 88300

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2025Read more

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University of Manchester Placement FAQs

Q: Which has better placements, VIT Vellore for CS or CS from Manchester University?

Manchester University CS programme has better placement then the VIT Vellore placements. According to the University of Manchester placements, the average salary for CS graduates is around INR 42.29 L while the average salary for VIT Vellore CS graduates is around INR 9.23 L annually. Students can check the list of top employers who hire MS graduates at VIT and Manchester-

Top employers at VIT Vellore: Mircosoft, Amazon, PayPal, Deloitte, TCS, Cisco, etc.
Top employers at Manchester University: CERN, EA Games, IBM, Microsoft, etc.

Q: What is the placement rate at University of Manchester?

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 151,826.

Q: Who are the top employers at University of Manchester?

The University of Manchester is one of the most esteemed universities for higher education in the UK. The top employers at Manchester University is listed below-

NHS
Deloitte
The University of Manchester
NHS England
EY

Q: In which sector Manchester University graduates work?

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 University of Manchester graduates work for top sectors that are listed below-

Business Development
Education
Operations
Engineering
Research

Q: Is University of Manchester worth for placements?

The University of Manchester offers high placement rate in the UK. As per University of Manchester reviews posted by students on Shiksha, the university has been rated 4.4 out of 5 for the quality of its faculty. The students rated the Manchester University for placement is as follows:

Particulars	Ratings (Out of 5)
Internships	3
Part Time Work	3.6
Post Study Jobs	3.8

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Which programs are available for the September vs January intakes at the University of Manchester?

Answered a month ago

Over 900 courses are offered at the University of Manchester for international students to pursue. Most of these courses are open for application in the September intake at both the levels (UG and PG).

The September intake offers courses in Engineering, Humanities, Medicine, Business etc. All of the

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Which famous Indian celebrities have studied at the University of Manchester?

Answered 3 months ago

Many famous Indian personalities have studied at Manchester University. These are:

Terence Lewis
Parineeti Chopra
Javed Jaffrey
Amitabh Kant
Sujoy Gosh
Atul Khatri
Mekapati Goutham Reddy

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How many Nobel prize winners are associated with the University of Manchester?

Answered 3 months ago

26 Nobel prize winners have been associated with Manchester University. The current academic staff include Konstantin Novoselov and Andre Geim. Other Nobel Laureates include:

JJ Thomson
Niels Bohr
Ernst Rutherford
Alexander Todd
Arthur Lewis
Simon Johnson
Michael Smith
John Richard Hicks

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What are the top programs opted by University of Manchester alumni?

Answered 6 months ago

The University of Manchester is well known for offering best academic programs for its international students at UG and PG levels. Manchester University offers around 412 undergraduate and 587 postgraduate courses for international and Indian students. Some popular programs among international and I

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Is the University of Manchester good for employability?

Answered 7 months ago

According to University of Manchester employment report 2023, 96% of MBA graduates were seeking a role had accepted an offer within 3 months of graduating. The top industries where students are placed currently include Technology, Financial Services, Consulting, Energy, Healthcare and Marketing & R

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