MBA Scholarships at University of Birmingham 2025

The University of Birmingham, a top 100 global institution (QS World University Rankings 2025, ranked 84th), offers a range of MBA scholarships through its triple-accredited Birmingham Business School (AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS) to support outstanding candidates enrolling in its 12-month full-time MBA programs or online MBA programs for the 2025-2026 academic year (September 2025 or February/July/October 2025 intakes for online). These merit-based scholarships, with over £2 million available across Birmingham Business School, provide partial funding (up to £25,000 or 50% of tuition fees) to recognize academic excellence, professional achievements, and leadership potential. The MBA programs, including Global MBA, Responsible Business MBA, and Online MBA, emphasize strategic leadership, sustainability, and global business, with a 90% placement rate within three months (average salary: GBP £65,000). Scholarships are awarded on a case-by-case basis to self-funding students, fostering a diverse cohort of over 10,000 international students from 150 countries.

To be eligible for MBA Scholarships at the University of Birmingham 2025-2026, applicants must:

• Hold an offer for one of the following MBA programs for the 2025-2026 academic year:

  • Full-time MBA Programs (September 2025 intake, Edgbaston Campus):

    • Global MBA

    • Responsible Business MBA

  • Online MBA Programs (February, July, or October 2025 intakes):

    • Online MBA

    • Online MBA (Public Service Leadership and Management)

• Meet MBA admission requirements, including:

  • A bachelor’s degree with a minimum 2:1 honours (UK equivalent, approximately 60–69% or GPA 3.0/4.0) or a recognized professional qualification.

  • At least three years of postgraduate full-time work experience in a managerial or professional role (average for Class of 2025: 6 years).

  • English proficiency for non-native speakers (e.g., IELTS 6.5 overall with no subskill below 6.0, TOEFL iBT 88, or PTE Academic 67).

  • GMAT or GRE scores (optional, recommended 600+ for GMAT to strengthen scholarship candidacy).

• Demonstrate a combination of:

  • Academic excellence (e.g., strong GPA or professional qualifications).

  • Rapid career progression and leadership experience.

  • Potential to contribute to the MBA cohort through diverse perspectives or ethical/sustainable practices.

• Be classified as a self-funding student (domestic or international).

• Specific Scholarship Criteria:

  • Responsible Business MBA Scholarship: Up to £10,000, prioritizes candidates with a commitment to sustainability, social responsibility, or ethical leadership.

  • Online Birmingham Masters Scholarship: £3,000 for Online MBA or Online MBA (Public Service Leadership), open to UK/Ireland students with Home fee status, prioritizing Midlands-based university graduates.

  • International Scholarships: Up to £5,000 for international students from select countries (e.g., India, Nigeria, Ghana), applicable to full-time MBA programs.

• Exclusions:

  • Not available for other postgraduate programs (e.g., MSc Management, MSc International Business).

  • Candidates with full employer sponsorship are ineligible.

  • Scholarships cannot be combined with other University of Birmingham scholarships (e.g., Birmingham Masters Scholarship), but may be paired with external funding (e.g., Chevening, Commonwealth Scholarships) if within cost-of-attendance limits.

• Value:

  • Responsible Business MBA Scholarship: Up to £10,000 (tuition fee discount).

  • Online Birmingham Masters Scholarship: £3,000 (tuition fee discount for Online MBA programs).

  • International Scholarships: Up to £5,000 for full-time MBA programs, depending on the country of origin.

  • General MBA Scholarships: Up to 50% of tuition fees (approximately GBP £17,250, based on 2025-26 full-time MBA tuition of GBP £34,500 or Online MBA tuition of GBP £24,480).

• Disbursement: Applied as a tuition fee reduction upon enrollment (September 2025 for full-time, February/July/October 2025 for online), typically across payment installments.

• Duration: Non-renewable, covering the 12-month full-time MBA or up to 2.5 years for the Online MBA.

• Additional Benefits:

  • Access to Birmingham Business School’s career services, including the Masters Consultancy Challenge and dedicated postgraduate career advisors.

  • Networking opportunities with a global alumni network of 300,000.

  • Recognition as a scholarship recipient, enhancing professional credentials.

• Note: Scholarships do not cover living expenses (estimated at GBP £12,000–£15,000/year for full-time students in Birmingham) or additional fees. Total financial aid cannot exceed the cost of attendance, and adjustments may be made if combined with external funding (e.g., Prodigy Finance loans).

MBA Scholarships at the University of Birmingham are awarded on a case-by-case basis, with some requiring separate applications. Follow these steps:

1. Apply for the MBA Program: Submit a complete application for a full-time or online MBA via the University of Birmingham’s Course Finder (www.birmingham.ac.uk/postgraduate/courses/search.aspx) for the September 2025 (full-time) or February/July/October 2025 (online) intakes.

2. Submit MBA Application Documents:

   • Official academic transcripts and degree certificates (2:1 honours or equivalent).

   • CV/resume detailing 3+ years of managerial/professional experience.

   • Personal statement (500–700 words) outlining career goals, leadership experience, and motivation for the MBA.

   • Two professional references.

   • English proficiency scores for non-native speakers (e.g., IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 88, PTE Academic 67).

   • GMAT or GRE scores (optional).

   • For international students: Passport copy and financial documentation for UK Student Visa.

3. Receive MBA Offer: Secure an offer, typically within 4–6 weeks of application.

4. Scholarship Application:

   • General MBA Scholarships: Automatically considered upon receiving an MBA offer, based on application strength (academic/professional merits).

   • Responsible Business MBA Scholarship: Submit a statement (details on www.birmingham.ac.uk) highlighting commitment to sustainability or ethical leadership. Applications accepted on an ongoing basis.

   • Online Birmingham Masters Scholarship: Complete the scholarship application form (www.birmingham.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught/fees-funding/birmingham-masters-scholarship) for Online MBA programs, prioritizing Midlands graduates.

   • International Scholarships: Automatically considered for eligible countries (e.g., India, Nigeria, Ghana) upon MBA offer, or apply via specific country pages (e.g., www.birmingham.ac.uk/international/students/countries/india).

5. Evaluation: The Birmingham Business School Scholarship Committee assesses candidates based on academic excellence, career progression, leadership, and alignment with scholarship-specific criteria (e.g., sustainability for Responsible Business MBA Scholarship).

6. Notification: Recipients are notified via email within 2–4 weeks of the MBA offer or scholarship application deadline.

7. Accept Offer and Enroll: Accept the MBA offer, meet all conditions (e.g., degree verification), and enroll by September 2025 (full-time) or February/July/October 2025 (online) to activate the scholarship.

• For MBA Admission:

  • Completed online MBA application form (via www.birmingham.ac.uk/postgraduate/courses/search.aspx).

  • Official academic transcripts and degree certificates (2:1 honours or equivalent).

  • CV/resume detailing 3+ years of work experience.

  • Personal statement (500–700 words).

  • Two professional references.

  • English proficiency scores for non-native speakers (e.g., IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 88, PTE Academic 67).

  • GMAT or GRE scores (optional).

  • For international students: Passport copy and financial documentation.

• For Specific Scholarships:

  • Responsible Business MBA Scholarship: Statement on sustainability/ethical leadership (details on www.birmingham.ac.uk).

  • Online Birmingham Masters Scholarship: Scholarship application form (available post-MBA offer).

  • International Scholarships: No additional documents; eligibility based on country of origin and MBA application.

• Note: Documents must be in English or accompanied by certified translations. Unofficial documents are accepted initially, but official versions are required upon admission.

• Full-time MBA Application Deadlines (September 2025 Intake):

  • Round 1: November 1, 2024 (decision by January 2025).

  • Round 2: February 1, 2025 (decision by April 2025, recommended for international students).

  • Round 3: April 1, 2025 (decision by June 2025).

  • Round 4: June 1, 2025 (decision by July 2025).

• Online MBA Application Deadlines:

  • February 2025 Intake: January 15, 2025.

  • July 2025 Intake: June 1, 2025.

  • October 2025 Intake: September 1, 2025.

• Scholarship Deadlines:

  • Responsible Business MBA Scholarship: Ongoing, applications accepted until funds are exhausted (recommended by June 1, 2025).

  • Online Birmingham Masters Scholarship:

    • February 2025 Intake: February 7, 2025 (23:59 UK time).

    • July 2025 Intake: June 27, 2025 (23:59 UK time).

    • October 2025 Intake: September 26, 2025 (23:59 UK time).

  • International Scholarships: Ongoing, automatically considered with MBA offer (recommended by April 1, 2025).

• Notification: Within 2–4 weeks of MBA offer or scholarship application deadline.

• Enrollment Deadline: Enroll by September 2025 (full-time) or February/July/October 2025 (online).

• Note: Deadlines may vary. Verify on www.birmingham.ac.uk or contact mba@contacts.bham.ac.uk. Early application enhances scholarship chances due to limited funding.

• Email: mba@contacts.bham.ac.uk (MBA and scholarship inquiries).

• Phone: +44 (0) 121 414 6707 (Birmingham Business School).

• Address: Birmingham Business School, University House, University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B15 2TT, United Kingdom.

• Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM (GMT).

• Website: www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/programmes/mba