Business School

University of Edinburgh

The Business School sits within the University of Edinburgh, a global top 50 university (QS 2027). We first welcomed students in 1919 and have been providing excellent teaching, stand-out research, and community connection ever since. From Climate Change Finance & Investment to Finance, Technology & Policy, our postgraduate degrees explore critical themes that drive positive impact. The Edinburgh MBA flexes to fit the needs of students, welcoming new members to an expansive, international network. Business School students, in Edinburgh and online, are equipped with the knowledge and skills they need to put them at the forefront of their chosen fields. Join the Masters of Change.

Why study at the Business School?

Founded in 1583, the University of Edinburgh has a unique legacy and continues to be featured amongst top international rankings.

The Business School is triple accredited by AACSB, EQUIS, and AMBA – assurance of its quality and achievement as an institution.

As a city, Edinburgh blends history, culture, and a world-renowned arts scene with the entrepreneurial energy and modern thinking you would expect from the UK’s second largest financial centre.

Our MSc students represent a diverse range of nationalities and backgrounds, typically originating from over 70 different countries.

The Business School’s faculty includes over 150 specialist academics, many of whom are active researchers or consultants who reflect their experiences in their teaching.

715

postgraduate students

17

courses

35th

in the QS World University Rankings 2027

Edinburgh  United Kingdom

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About the Business School

A commitment to your professional development

All our Masters and MBA students undertake a personal, professional development journey that challenges, engages, and prepares them for real-world success. We encourage you to take ownership of your professional development so your experience is tailored and unique.

At your side is the backing of a supportive faculty delivering robust, relevant learning designed to expand your capabilities. Giselle Gonzales, MSc Entrepreneurship and Innovation alum and Founder and CEO of EqualReach, shared that she was “impressed by their drive to equip students to learn, innovate, and help shape the world.”

The Business School’s Student Development team is also dedicated to helping our Masters students maximise their potential in the global market, and similarly an MBA-specific team for our MBA students.

Strong corporate links and alumni network 

Much more than simply a source of knowledge, the Business School connects our Masters students with local, national, and international businesses, innovators, and entrepreneurs. Our commitment to corporate engagement and our strong sector-wide links are evidenced by our sponsored research, guest speaker events, and themed events.

Some of our programmes also give students the opportunity to work closely with corporates and other organisations in terms of student-led projects and dissertations. Some of these senior industry practitioners are the Business School’s own alumni who act as an invaluable resource in terms of guidance to students.

Our alumni network is a community of over 20,000 people stretching across 141 countries and a wide range of industries. Beyond graduation, alumni are encouraged to stay connected with the Business School so they can benefit from networking and professional development opportunities, as well as support current students.



Work experience is not required for our MSc programmes. The full-time MBA and the online MBA require 3 years of managerial work experience, and the Executive MBA requires 5 years. Managerial work history can be from any industry and can encompass a range of activities.

To help you calculate your finances, a detailed breakdown of potential living costs can be found in the Postgraduate Study section on the University website. Advice Place, a team of caseworkers dedicated to Edinburgh student support, provides further help regarding money, accommodation, wellbeing, and more.

Information on University accommodation can be found on the University Accommodation, Catering and Events website, and you can contact the accommodation support team via email at accom.allocations@ed.ac.uk. There are many University accommodation options close to the Business School, including Buccleuch Place/Buccleuch Place Lane, Ascham Court, Richmond Place, Deaconess, and O'Shea, and these range in price per year.

You can find lists of relevant scholarships from the Business School and from external organisations under the 'Scholarships & Funding' tab for each programme on the Business School website. The University also provides a Scholarship Search tool where you can filter to see what additional University-wide scholarships you may be eligible for.

Yes, we offer an online MSc in Data and Decision Analytics and an online MBA, both of which are part-time. Additionally, we offer a part-time, in-person Executive MBA.


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