London Business School (LBS) is one of the most prestigious business schools in the world. Founded in 1964 and located in London near Regent’s Park, it is part of the University of London and renowned for its MBA and finance programmes.

London Business School at a glance

Location	London (United Kingdom)
Founded	1964
Type	Business school (University of London)
Flagship programmes	MBA, Executive MBA, Masters in Finance, Masters in Management
Ranking	4th-ranked MBA in the world (Financial Times 2026)

Programmes and admission

The LBS MBA is highly selective, with an admission rate of around 20% (about 2,460 applicants and nearly 490 admitted). Admission is based on your academic background, your GMAT/GRE score, your essays and your professional experience.

Tuition fees

Tuition fees vary by programme (MBA, Master’s, Executive). London Business School is among the most prestigious schools; check the school’s official website for current fees and available scholarships.

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Sources: information published by London Business School and the Financial Times Global MBA ranking. Figures change every year, so check the latest data on the official website.