UK · Master's
Imperial College Business School
Full-Time MBA
Imperial College Business School
Course Overview
The Imperial MBA is a one-year, full-time programme aimed at mid-career professionals (average 6 years of work experience). It sits inside Imperial College Business School in South Kensington — a STEM-heavy university, which is why the MBA is unusually tech, healthcare, and analytics-leaning compared with traditional business schools. Tuition is £78,000, with a £7,800 deposit on offer acceptance.
The programme covers core management (strategy, finance, marketing, operations) plus electives in fintech, climate finance, AI-driven business, and entrepreneurship. Four application rounds run from September through April — Sri Lankan applicants should aim for Rounds 1 or 2 to maximise scholarship consideration.
Entry Requirements
Academic
- check_circle Bachelor's degree with a strong academic record (2:1 / GPA 3.3+ equivalent).
- check_circle Minimum 3 years of full-time post-graduation work experience — average admitted candidate has around 6 years.
- check_circle GMAT or GRE required; waivers granted to candidates with exceptional academic records and demonstrable quantitative skills (e.g. engineering or finance backgrounds with strong grades).
- check_circle Two references (one professional preferred), essays, and an admissions interview.
English Proficiency
- check_circle IELTS Academic (Higher): 7.0 Overall (min 6.5 in each section).
- check_circle TOEFL iBT: 100 Overall (min 22 in each section).
- check_circle Waived if your degree was taught fully in English.
Estimated Cost of Study
| Expense Category | Amount (£) | Approx. LKR |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (12 months) | £78,000 | Rs. 31,200,000 |
| Living Expenses (12 months, London) | £20,000 | Rs. 8,000,000 |
| Student Visa & IHS Fee | £1,800 | Rs. 720,000 |
| Total Programme Investment | £99,800 | Rs. 39,920,000 |
*LKR conversion based on current bank rates. Subject to change.
Career Outcomes & PR
Imperial MBA graduates are eligible for the 2-year UK Graduate Route. The school's STEM positioning skews placements toward tech (Amazon, Microsoft, Google), consulting (McKinsey, BCG, Bain, Accenture), and healthcare/biotech firms — alongside traditional finance routes into London. Recent classes report ~90% employment within 3 months of graduation.
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