My Son has got 1yr MBA admission in UK in University of Buckingham. It cost about 25 to 35 Lakhs for the studies and living cost. After MBA, he would get visa for working there, but no campus recruitment. Can I know whether doing MBA in UK is worth spending this much money? What about job opportunities at UK after his MBA? What is the feedback on MBA from University of Buckingham? How to proceed, kindly advise.

Ans: Hello,

First and foremost, thank you for getting in touch with us. I am happy to hear that you are currently pursuing your undergraduate degree in International Business after which you intend pursuing an MBA in the UK. I would like to let you know that taking into account the prominent business institutions as well as the country’s multicultural environment, opting for an MBA in the UK can be a fruitful choice. As you are presently studying international business, I believe you most certainly already possess a solid understanding of global commerce, which will prove beneficial throughout your MBA degree. Nevertheless, I would recommend that you carry out a comprehensive research pertaining to the various MBA programs provided by universities in the UK prior to applying.

As a first step, I would suggest that you take into account the program accreditation, course outline, experience of the faculty members, as well as possibilities to acquire hands-on experience, viz., internships or consultancy engagements. Not just that, evaluate the fields of specializations that each program has to offer in order to make sure that they resonate with your professional objectives in the domain of international business. Remember that establishing ties in the business environment can greatly improve your employment opportunities after completing an MBA, and for that reason, I would suggest that you explore the networking possibilities that each school has to offer.

Moreover, throughout your stay in the UK, adapt yourself to the various cultures. Your academic journey will be greatly enhanced and you will be able to develop a global mentality, a vital asset in the interconnected corporate world of today, through interacting with people of diverse backgrounds and experiences both within and outside of the classroom. Lastly, in order to acquire guidance and knowledge pertaining to your goals, I would recommend that you get in touch with mentors or students who have previously followed same avenues.

Remember, your MBA program in the UK can greatly enhance your career objectives in international business if you prepare carefully and work hard.

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Ans: Hello Girish,

First and foremost, thank you for getting in touch with us. I am glad to hear that your son has completed his MBBS and internship from Manipal University and further wishes to pursue his Master's in Hospital Administration/MBA in the UK. You will be glad to know that there are several highly reputed universities in the UK that offer Masters in Hospital Administration/MBA programs viz., University of Manchester, University of Glasgow, University of Birmingham, Imperial College London, and University of Leeds.

Outstanding healthcare management and administration programs are offered by these universities, in turn, laying a solid groundwork for your son's professional objectives. Concerning your question regarding the future of this Master's degree in India, I would like to tell you that pursuing a Masters in Hospital Administration/MBA in the UK can open doors to a vast array of global prospects, including in India, where the demand for skilled hospital managers is ever increasing. It could lead to rewarding employment opportunities in healthcare management and administration upon your son's return to India.

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Ans: Hello Marina,

To begin with, thank you for contacting us. I am happy to hear that your son has completed his Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) with Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and now aspires to pursue his Masters in the UK. To answer your question first, I would like to tell you that given your son’s experience in auditing, pursuing a Masters in the UK after earning a B.Com with ACCA is an excellent choice. Concerning your query regarding the best university, I would like to let you know that there are several leading universities in the UK that are renowned for the accounting and finance programs they offer viz., University of Oxford, Imperial College London, London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), University of Warwick, and University of Cambridge. Your son can apply to any of these universities.

Next, concerning your query pertaining to scholarships, you would be glad to know that a number of universities in UK offer scholarships to overseas students, and your son might qualify for a few of them. They are Commonwealth Scholarships, Chevening Scholarships, scholarships offered by individual universities, as well as External Scholarships.

I would recommend that your son thoroughly examines the admission prerequisites for each university, as well as looks into the program syllabus and possibilities for scholarships. Not just that, he should begin the application process in advance and seek counsel from academic counselors or experts in the field for guidance on selecting the best program and crafting a compelling application.

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Ans: Hello,

First and foremost, thank you for getting in touch with us. I am happy to hear that your son is a BCom with ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) affiliate and now wishes to pursue his Master’s in the UK. To answer your question first, I would like to tell you that it is an important decision to choose between Warwick University and the University of Edinburgh for a Master’s degree, especially when taking into account long-term employment opportunities and financial investment. Warwick University is well-known for its outstanding business school and its MSc in Business and Finance program, which provides a broad view on financial management and business strategies, possibly leading to a variety of managerial positions and consultancy possibilities. The University of Edinburgh on the contrary is renowned for its Accounting and Finance program, which offers a specialized concentration that could be useful for an auditing, accounting, or financial analysis job.

Considering your son’s background in BCom and ACCA, coupled with his professional experience at PwC, I would like to tell you that both the programs could be a good fit for his abilities. Nevertheless, his professional objectives might also play a key role in this decision. If your son intends staying in accounting or wishes to work as an auditor or financial analyst, the specialized program at Edinburgh could be more beneficial. On the other hand, if your son is thinking about a career in business strategy and consulting or is seeking more senior managerial positions, Warwick would be a better fit. Concerning monetary considerations, I would like to let you know that both the universities are esteemed and probably going to offer significant returns on investment in the form of improved employment prospects, although part-time work, scholarships, and meticulous budgeting will be crucial considering your middle-class background. Lastly, in order to make an educated choice, I would suggest that you assess the unique curriculum, career assistance, and networking possibilities at both the universities.

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Ans: Check out the job opportunities in UK before you take up the course. There are other European countries where you can do post graduation in. Compare them and then decide.