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Bespoke careers support

You will be allocated a dedicated one-to-one coach for the duration of your programme, beginning with a Career Strategy Meeting to explore your values, goals and existing career capital, alongside a debrief on your 360° Strengthscope Leadership Profile. This meeting lays out the foundation for an ongoing relationship with the Careers Service, opening the door to deeper, more targeted conversations as your journey progresses.

Personal Leadership Journey

The Personal Leadership Journey (PLJ) will help you build the self-awareness, skills and confidence to lead effectively and manage their careers with purpose. Across three interconnected themes — Leading Self, Leading Others and Managing Your Career — you develop leadership capabilities while sharpening your professional presence and career strategy, incorporating the use of AI tools.

Practical assignments, dedicated careers resources and personalised one-to-one career consulting and coaching underpin the module, offering a continuous framework for personal growth, leadership development and long-term career success. 

Leadership Webinar Series

The Leadership Webinar Series features a curated line-up of expert speakers, giving you the insight and tools to drive your executive career growth and achieve your long-term goals. 

Topics covered include: 

• Art of Leadership and Storytelling 
• Getting into the C-Suite 
• Building Your Personal Brand 
• Overcoming Imposter Syndrome 
• Managing Reputational Risk 
• Rebounding from Redundancy and Leading Others 

Career Clubs

The Business School supports a number of student-led Careers Clubs, offering extensive networking opportunities with fellow students, alumni, and professionals across a range of fields. 

Clubs are aligned to specific regions and core industry sectors, as well as to promoting the visibility of under-represented groups. 

E-Resources

You will be given access to online tools, including Canvas, the school-wide platform hosting a dedicated Careers module, where you can find CV templates, career reflection tools, and recordings of sessions to help prepare for meetings and coaching. You will also access Symplicity, the platform used to book events, coaching sessions, workshops and employer events. Together, these tools support your career planning and job applications throughout the programme. 

An online Careers Primer is available before the programme begins, helping you identify your career goals, define your career motivators, develop your career strategy and enhance your CV. 

Additional resources include:

• MBA Exchange: supporting networking, industry, and market knowledge
• Case Coach and Wall Street Prep: supporting preparation for recruitment processes
• LinkedIn Learning: offering access to a broad library of professional development courses
• eGold Recruitment: supporting access to graduate and executive opportunities
• Salary Negotiation resources: equipping you with the tools and confidence to negotiate effectively

Personal appointments

You will have access to personal one-to-one appointments with a dedicated Careers Consultant, helping you define your career strategy and explore your options. This support includes: 

• guidance for interviews, including case studies; 
• access to industry-specific insights; 
• mock interview sessions, offering practice and tailored feedback on job applications;
• salary negotiation; 
• personal branding consultation; 
• advice and tips for effective networking; 
• career coaching on topics such as leadership and career transitions.

Post-graduation support

The Business School provides lifelong career support to alumni, offering expert guidance, data-driven insights and practical resources at every stage of their career.

Whether alumni are considering a career leap or pivot, growing their global network, or leading innovation as founders and executives, the Careers team is there to help with relevant tools, workshops and dedicated one-to-one time to think through next steps. Many workshops and events are also open to alumni, keeping them connected to the wider School community long after graduation. 

Personalised One-to-One Career Coaching 

Alumni also benefit from free one-to-one careers support from the Business School's career experts, with access to: 

• up to five one-to-one sessions in the first two years after graduation; 
• two sessions per year thereafter.

Our Weekend MBA graduates secured roles at a wide range of top global companies including BMW Group, Brevan Howard, Citi, EY-Parthenon, PwC, Revolut, Standard Chartered, Tesla and The Times. Every year a percentage of students will pursue entrepreneurial ventures during the programme or after completing it.

³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Business School hosts a lively calendar of events that will support you to develop essential career skills, refine your knowledge of sectors and regions you are interested in, and build an extensive professional network of global contacts.

MBA World Cafe

Meet with MBA alumni working in industry and hear first-hand about their experience of life after an MBA. This is an excellent opportunity to build your network with both alumni and fellow MBA students from across the Business School.

Employer events

We work alongside alumni and employer representatives from a range of global businesses.

Throughout the programme, you will have have access to: 

• company presentations and networking events 
• panel discussions and roundtables with alumni and business representatives 
• regular lunch and learn sessions 

Much of this activity comes together each year during our MBA Careers Week. You are also encouraged to attend Business School-wide employer sessions, which offer the chance to connect with a wider range of companies and students from other programmes. 

³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ alumni network

As an ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Business School student, you will have access to over 37,000 alumni spanning more than 150 countries. The alumni network offers international connections and access to business leaders across all industry sectors.

International networks

We support international networking among your cohort, alumni and employers. Through our UK-based sector teams and Global Hubs in Asia-Pacific (APAC) and continental Europe we deliver targeted sector information, employment opportunities and host insights and connection opportunities. We work alongside alumni and employer representatives from a range of leading international businesses including Amazon, Alix Partners, Barclays, Citi, Deloitte, Meta, Morgan Stanley, Octopus Energy and TikTok.

We also offer extensive online resources for students seeking international opportunities and host workshops for international students wishing to work in the UK after graduation.

The map shows the class of 2027 nationalities by region. 

This chart shows class statistics by the following sectors. 

Work experience

You need a minimum of three years' continuous relevant full-time work experience after graduation. The average student on the Weekend MBA has seven years' work experience.

We assess applications based on your career progression, level of responsibility, and evidence that you have managed projects or people. We also look for candidates who can contribute meaningfully to classroom discussion and share your experiences with your peers.

Academic requirement

You need at least a UK Second Class Honours or the international equivalent, or one of the following professional qualifications:

• full membership of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in the UK or Ireland (ICAEW, ICAS or Chartered Accountants Ireland)
• full membership of the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accounting (CIPFA)
• Associateship or Fellowship of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
• full membership of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)

English language requirement

All home, EU and overseas applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency. Students who were not awarded their degree in a qualifying English-speaking country must demonstrate their proficiency by completing an approved English language qualification at the required level. Minimum test requirements for the most popular tests are:

IELTS (academic): A minimum score of 7.0 with minimum scores of 6.5 in all elements.

TOEFL iBT:

• Tests taken before 21 January 2026: A minimum score of 100 overall with minimum scores of 22 in all elements.
• Tests taken after 21 January 2026: We accept an overall score of 5.0 with minimum scores of 5.0 in all elements.

We will accept both scores for a period of two years.

Duolingo English Test: 125 Overall with no less than 115 in any band score.

References

You will need to share the contact details of two professional referees. We recommend that one of the referees is your current line manager.

Please note we cannot accept references sent from personal or free email addresses, such as Gmail, Hotmail, Yahoo etc.

Essays

Essays are a vital part of your application. We advise you to be as specific as possible in your answers, to demonstrate the research you have done into your chosen career and highlight how studying with us will help you obtain your target role.

The questions for the Weekend MBA programme are:

1. How do you expect the MBA programme to impact your career in both the short term and long term? (2500 characters, including spaces)

Please detail your immediate career goals (including the company or sector) upon graduation and your broader aspirations for the future, explaining how the skills, network, and experiences gained from the MBA programme will help you achieve these objectives.

2. Why do you want to study at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Business School and how will you contribute to our community? (3500 characters, including spaces)

3. ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ’s values are Respect, Collaboration, Integrity, Innovation, and Excellence. Describe a time where you embodied one, or more, of these values and explain the impact it had. (3500 characters, including spaces)

We have provided a step-by-step walkthrough on how to apply for the Weekend MBA programme, with comprehensive instructions to ensure you complete your application successfully and meet all the essential admissions requirements. 

Applications are now open for the January 2027 intake.

We operate a staged admissions process with multiple deadlines throughout the year. Scholarship funding is allocated to strong candidates in every round. Early applications are encouraged, as you will benefit from plenty of time to prepare for your MBA and you will be invited to attend our admitted student events.

All deadlines provided below are by 23:59 (UK time) on the date listed.

We are looking for well-rounded, motivated candidates who can bring more to the table than just a strong academic record. Our ideal candidates are ambitious and proactive individuals with a particular interest in the power of technology and innovation, and with the determination to make a real difference in the world.

We look for students who can leverage their networks and resources, demonstrating promising leadership potential and a track-record of driving innovation and collaboration.

What could set you apart from other applicants?

Career planning questions

You will need to write about the sector you are interested in working in, your ideal employer, role and country. This requires research, reviewing job specifications for potential roles and researching employers that you may want to work for to show us how a Weekend MBA will truly benefit you and your career.

Personal statement

We encourage you to be authentic, and don’t simply write what you think we want to hear. We value diversity and we want to find out what you would contribute to the cohort and the ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ community.

Finessing your CV

It is important to keep it simple and use a clear format. You should use your CV to highlight professional and academic achievements, extracurricular activities and international experience. One of the things we are looking for is evidence of career progression, so make sure you highlight any promotions or increases in level of responsibility.

Many of our students fund their studies through multiple funding sources, combining personal resources with education loans and scholarships. We have listed some of the options for you below.

Please note that we do not act as a credit broker to any of the loan providers listed below and are not responsible for providing the loan or assessing your eligibility. Further details of eligibility requirements, interest rates, and other key terms of the loan are available by visiting their respective websites.

Funding options

Postgraduate Master’s Loan

If you are a UK or EU student who meets certain criteria, you can apply for the from the UK government.

US Federal Loans scheme

The US Federal Loans Scheme allows various different types of loans to assist students with the cost of their studies.

Lendwise

is a specialist loan provider dedicated to education finance for ambitious students looking to fund their postgraduate studies at top universities. All nationalities are eligible to apply, and applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Low interest rate loans

Individual banks, building societies and other lenders offer study loans.

Employer sponsorship

Some of our students are either wholly or partly sponsored by their employers. To gain the support of your employer to sponsor your MBA studies, it’s important to build a strong business case that demonstrates how the programme can help not only you but your organisation.

You need to persuade your employer that funding your education would be a good business investment.

Top tips:

• clarify your career goals
• identify your company policy
• speak to colleagues who have been sponsored
• decide on the kind of sponsorship you want from your employer
• invite your employer to find out more about the programme

Find out more about company sponsorship

Personal resources

You should consider what personal resources are available to you and evaluate your income, assets and your lifestyle expenses. Personal resources reduce your dependency on loans and other financing options.

Further funding options for UK residents

For UK residents, you can find further information on financial assistance to support your learning, at the UK government website or contact 0800 100 900.

Full information on how to pay your fees will be communicated after you have accepted your offer. To secure your place, a deposit of 10% of the tuition fee is required. This is part of the full tuition fee and not an additional cost.

Tuition fees cover:

• the length of the programme
• flights and accommodation for your Global Experience Week
• core reading and study materials

Fees do not cover:

• accommodation and expenses
• costs incurred as part of optional internships or exchanges
• supplementary texts and study materials
• Careers Club membership (£10 per club for the year)

Receiving your invoice

You will receive an email invoice from the Tuition Fees team and will need to pay the 10% deposit within 30 days of receiving this invoice. Failure to pay this in time may result in your offer being withdrawn.

Making your payment

You can pay your MBA tuition fees in one instalment per academic year, or in two instalments per academic year as set out in a Regulated Credit Agreement - this option is only available if you are self-funding. Further information on paying in instalments can be found in our postgraduate payment terms.