Online MBA from a UK University: What to Know
UK universities are among the largest providers of distance-learning MBAs. They are popular with students in South Asia, Africa and the Middle East who want a UK-awarded degree without moving.
What you actually get
- A UK degree, usually the same award title as on campus — confirm this in the programme regulations.
- Online study materials, tutors and assessed coursework; some include exams at local centres.
- Sometimes an option of support from a local teaching centre for an additional fee paid to that centre.
Fees: look for bands and hidden extras
Some UK providers price by country of residence. For example, one programme lists a 2026-27 full-programme fee of £13,697 for Band A countries and £20,770 for Band B countries, and notes extra costs such as local exam-centre fees and resit fees (source: provider programme page (accessed 21 Oct 2026)).
| Programme (as named by the provider) | Format | Published fee | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Global MBA — S P Jain School of Global Management | 12 months full-time; 4 months Singapore + 8 months Dubai | Tuition US$42,120; total compulsory fees US$44,720 incl. visas & insurance (Oct 2026 intake) | Provider programme fee page (accessed 21 Oct 2026) |
| Global MBA — University of London (online) | Online, 1–5 years | Full programme fee 2026-27: £13,697 (Band A countries) / £20,770 (Band B countries) | Provider programme page (accessed 21 Oct 2026) |
| Other one-year, UK, Dubai, Singapore and online programmes | — | Pending verification | Added only once checked against the school's own fee page |
Fees change every intake and exclude living costs unless stated. Always confirm on the provider's own page before applying. Listing is alphabetical-neutral and implies no ranking, endorsement or affiliation.
Questions to ask
- Is the online degree recognised for employment or further study in my country?
- Are there exams, and where are the centres?
- Can I pay per module, and do fees rise each year?
- Which professional-body memberships or exemptions are included?
- How many hours per week does a module take?
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Last reviewed 21 Oct 2026.