Build dynamic leadership skills, complemented by a global outlook, to fast-track your career in business and management.

Apply to the full-time MBA programme at the University of Edinburgh Business School.

The following application guidelines cover information on eligibility criteria, required documents, and the online application process for this full-time MBA (with or without Exchange) programme.

Your application checklist

1. Check entry requirements

Before applying for a programme, please consider whether you meet the minimum academic requirements.

See entry requirements
2. Application deadlines

This programme operates a series of selection deadlines; please review these before applying. However, you should apply as soon as possible.

View application deadlines
3. Review the application process

Prepare your personal statement, CV and reference as you will be asked for these during application.

Application process and required documents
4. Submit your application

Applications are only accepted via our online application portal. By applying online below, you will be redirected to the relevant application page where you can begin the process.

Important points to remember

  • You should apply via our online application system within our application deadlines.
  • When completing your online application, you can save your progress and continue at a later date.
  • You will receive a Universal Username (UUN) at the end of the application process, which should be used in any further correspondence with us.
  • You will not be able to apply for the same programme twice in the same year.
  • Once the programme is full we will indicate this on our website.
  • Applications received after the application deadline may be considered if there are still places available.
  • Demand for places on all programmes is high and we cannot guarantee an offer to all applicants meeting minimum requirements.

Ready to apply?

Apply for 2027 MBA
Apply for 2027 MBA with Exchange

For more information on our Admissions Policy and Terms and Conditions, please see the University of Edinburgh Student Terms and Conditions.

Next steps

Once you receive your offer, you will need to accept it and pay a deposit of £2,500 within 28 days to secure your place on the programme.

You can pay your deposit directly through your applicant hub.

For guidance on paying your deposit, please see the deposit policy guidelines.

To answer all your post-application questions, please see our frequently asked questions.