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Overview

Start date: September 2026 Register your interest\ Study mode: Part-time / Flexible\ Duration: 2 to 5 years\ Fees: £42,500\ Round 2 Admissions deadline: 25 May 2026 (17:00 BST)\ Entry: Minimum of a 2:1 or equivalent at undergraduate level, and a minimum of three years' full time work experience.

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Accelerate your career, gain an insight into key business practices, and realise your leadership ambitions with The UCL Flex MBA.

The UCL Flex MBA is for ambitious individuals who are ready to take a step up. Supporting your career advancement, skills development and earning potential, you’ll graduate ready to achieve a lasting upward career trajectory.

The nature of business is changing more rapidly than ever before. Digital transformation, sustainability issues and global crises are all part of a constantly shifting context. Businesses must adapt, innovate and problem-solve to thrive. Brilliant leaders and managers will be critical to the future success of companies, the economy and society.

The UCL Flex MBA in Strategic Management and Leadership has been developed to meet this need. Recognising the flexibility you need to manage a career while elevating your skillset, there are multiple opportunities for you to design your MBA journey – including how, where and when you learn. With hybrid study options, the ability to pace learning over two to five years, and flexibility in terms of payment, learning style, module selection and more – this is an MBA where you are in control.

By embarking on this UCL MBA programme, you will gain an overview of key business areas and practices, designed to make you a confident business leader. Core modules cover everything from business strategy, marketing science and data analytics, to operations management, finance and how to make critical leadership decisions. Elective modules enable you to hone in on specific areas you’re interested in, and cover diverse topics including AI transformation, corporate sustainability and entrepreneurial strategy. The capstone project is a unique opportunity to apply your skills and learning to a real-life business topic.

With ongoing career consulting throughout the programme and for three years after you graduate, participation in MBA Immersions and MBA Labs that connect you with industry and alumni, plus a range of other activities, this MBA will set you up for future success. Graduates from this MBA experience the career results they’re looking for – 64% achieve at least one promotion or job change, and the average salary increase is 36%, with an average salary of £131,730.

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Programme

The UCL Flex MBA is available on a flexible part-time basis, over a minimum of two years and a maximum of five years. Many candidates opt for a two-year programme, but this can be extended at any time.  The flexibility of this programme means you can decide on how many modules to take per term (up to two are recommended), and whether you take them in-person or online. There are four terms per year.

Programme Journey

Your MBA journey starts with eight core modules. Six of the eight core modules would be studied in your chosen mode: either in-person or online. You may study two of the remaining core modules in the alternative study mode, or continue in the same mode. The four elective modules andthe Capstone project would be studied online.

Core modules

There are eight mandatory core modules for this MBA:​

Elective modules

You will also choose four elective modules from a selection of nine.

Please note that the list of modules given here is indicative and published in advance of enrolment. Module content/availability is subject to change each year.Modules can change for a variety of reasons, including but not limited to updated learning.

Capstone Project

A final, substantive project, known as the Capstone Project, prepares you for strategic research on real-world business and management issues. The Capstone is an applied research project that focuses on developing a future forecast for a chosen company, industry, market or technology. It encourages students to draw on many aspects of their MBA experience and integrate those lessons into a coherent forecast that includes a critical evaluation of history, charting of current movements and exploration of future possibilities. Read more here about a UCL MBA alumna's project journey.

Our Cohort

Flexibility

The UCL Flex MBA enables you to design your MBA journey in a way that matches your ambitions, commitments and learning preferences.

Hybrid studying

Achieve your MBA from anywhere in the world, with the option to study core modules in-person at UCL’s Canary Wharf campus.

Tuition fee payment

There are no large fees in advance in this programme. You simply pay for the modules you have coming up, enabling you to spread the cost throughout the programme, whether you complete it in two years or five years.

Module selection

Study eight core modules, and choose four elective modules out of a possible nine, focusing on areas of business that interest you. This approach allows you to gain a core spread of business knowledge, supplemented by modules that match your interests.

You can secure your module choices at the beginning of each year of study, so you know your schedule ahead of time, but retain the flexibility to adjust your module choices or pacing during the year, if your circumstances change.

Pace of study

Complete your MBA in between two and five years through part-time, flexible study.

Example two-year study plan

Two years is the shortest period of time a student can take the programme, and it is our default approach. This is also the length of study that the majority of students choose.

In this example plan, you will study all of your core modules in year one, studying two modules per-term. In year two you would study study all of your elective modules in terms one and two, and complete your capstone project across terms three and four.

This mode of study would give you two online classes per week if studying online modules, or two in-person weekends in London per-term if studying in-person core modules.

Example three-year study plan

A three-year study plan is the second most popular way to take the programme.

In this example plan, you will study five core modules in year one, three core modules and two elective modules in year two, and finish with two elective modules plus your capstone project in year three. This approach means at least one term in years one and two will require you to take two modules.

This mode of study would give you one online classes per week if studying online modules, or one in-person weekends in London per-term if studying in-person core modules, except for the two terms where you study two modules, where this workload would double.

Example four-year study plan

A four-year study plan gives students much more time between classes. In essence, you can study just one module per term and give yourself a full 12 months to complete your Capstone Project.

In this plan, you will study four core modules in year one and year two, study all of your elective modules in year three and finish with your capstone project in year four.

This mode of study would give you one online classes per week if studying online modules, or one in-person weekends in London per-term if studying in-person core modules.

Example five-year study plan

Five years is the longest period a student can take to complete the programme. It is our least common approach to study.

This plan gives you more time between classes, allowing you to study for two or three terms per-year. In this plan, you could study three core modules in year one and two, two elective modules in year three and four, and finish with your capstone project in year five.

This mode of study would give you 1 online classes per week if studying online modules, or 1 in-person weekends in London per-term if studying in-person core modules.

Delivery style

Make the most of a hybrid approach to studying, with the option to study everything online, or take the core modules in-person.

Learning style

Our student-centred approach combines rich classroom experiences, strong community building, and flexible self-paced study, with online and hybrid learning modes designed to support individual learning styles.

Student Experience

The MBA experience isn't just about studying. It's also about broadening your horizons, exploring your personal interests, and making lifelong connections.

The UCL Flex MBA has a specially curated range of events, networks and support services that enable you to maximise your MBA experience.

Your MBA network

A major part of any MBA programme is the network and the connections you build during your studies. With students from more than 40 different countries and careers spanning a wide range of industries, you're sure to meet lifelong friends and business connections.

Meet current students and alumni of the UCL MBA

MBA Immersions

Enrich your learning and broaden your UCL network through our MBA Immersions, where both MBA students and alumni are invited.

MBA Labs and Global DigitalHack

Join a range of award-winning initiatives to enhance your learning.

The UCL Sustainability Lab and Analytics Lab are student and alumni-led and offer the opportunity to connect with industry, while the Global DigitalHack connects students and alumni with industry to co-create solutions that address societal, organisational, or the UCL Grand Challenges.

These initiatives won the Association of MBAs (AMBA) Excellence Award in 2024.

Dedicated student support

Make the most of personal, 1:1 academic advice, scheduling support, wellbeing assistance, Financial Aid guidance, and access to broader UCL support and services, all designed to ensure you thrive personally and professionally.

Access to campus

Whether you choose to study flexibly or fully online, all students in the UCL Flex MBA have access UCL’s campuses in Canary Wharf, Bloomsbury and UCL East. Students are particularly encouraged to come and spend time at the School of Management's home in One Canada Square, Canary Wharf, which is London's premier business and finance district.

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Employability and Careers

The UCL Flex MBA will give you the skills and knowledge you need to take the next step in your career.

This MBA is suitable for candidates with at least three years’ work experience, or for those who have worked in business for a while. Whether you want to fast track your career into leadership, or you feel like your career is stagnating and you’re ready to climb the ladder, you’ll graduate from this programme with elevated prospects.

Our focus on strategic management and leadership will help you to develop your knowledge and understanding of the critical areas of business, and you’ll be well-suited to leadership and management roles that have oversight of different business areas. You will also have the ability to lead a department, or a regional or country-specific area of business activity.

The MBA could lead you towards roles including:

C-level executive\ ​Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Chief Operations Officer (COO), Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Chief Information Officer (CIO), General Manager.

Specialised professional roles\ Management Consultant, Financial Manager/Analyst, Brand Marketing Manager, Product Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Operations Manager, Data Analyst/Specialist.

Industry specific roles

This MBA will equip you with a core set of skills, knowledge and insights that will enable you to excel in leadership and management roles in any sector. You’ll graduate with critical problem-solving, decision-making, and effective communication skills, along with a strengthened understanding of how businesses operate.

Bespoke career support

The UCL MBA has curated a programme of continuous career support designed for your needs, not just a ‘one-and-done’ meeting. Our expert consultants will take the time to get to know you, your goals and your ambitions, and work with you to build a plan that is completely tailored to your needs.

“My coach was a thread throughout the entire process of developing my own company. He gave honest feedback and guidance, as well as accountability.”

Wren Loucks UCL MBA\ Alumni CEO & Creative Director, Be-kin.

Meet the Programme Director

Harveen Chugh is the Director of the UCL Flex MBA and Professor of Entrepreneurship at the UCL School of Management. She specialises in entrepreneurship education and designing new programmes, most recently the Pathway to High Growth programme for Minority Supplier Development UK (MSDUK).

Harveen brings experience of leadership and teaching from business schools including Warwick and Imperial. She has coached and mentored many entrepreneurs over the years, including on the Royal Academy of Engineering LIF programme, university programmes and for pitch competitions. She has won a number of recent awards including the WeAreTheCity Rising Star Award in 2023, which recognises female leadership, and was named as one of the Best 40 Under 40 Business School Professors by Poets & Quants in 2019.\

Meet Professor Chugh at our UCL Flex MBA Breakfast

Join us in Canary Wharf at One Canada Square to find out more about the UCL Flex MBA. Deep dive into how the programme works, what flexible study looks like to a busy working professional and how it can enhance your career.

Alongside Professor Chugh, you will be able to speak with our Admissions Manager, understand the different modules and study pathways, and hear about the student experience. Whether you’re early in your MBA exploration or preparing to apply, this session will help you gain clarity, enable you to ask questions and understand whether the UCL Flex MBA is the right next step for you.

When: Thursday 16 April 2026, 08:00 - 09:30 BST\ Where: UCL School of Management, One Canada Square, Canary Wharf, London E14 5AA​

Registration is essential and joining instructions will be sent 1 day prior to the event

Reserve your place

The UCL Advantage

The UCL Flex MBA is taught by the UCL School of Management, which is in the top 2% of business schools globally thanks to its AMBA and AACSB accreditations. This programme is for anyone who wants to be gain an insight into how businesses run, in order to thrive in leadership and management positions in the future.

The research undertaken at the UCL School of Management has been rated as ‘world-leading’ and ‘internationally excellent’ in the Research Excellence Framework 2021 (REF), placing us 2nd in the UK for Business and Management.

Our academic staff are not only teaching, but are strongly research-focused. They collaborate with global companies to research and implement best-practice approaches to business and management which they then use to inform their teaching, ensuring their programmes and modules are innovative and reflect the latest leading research in their fields.

The UCL School of Management takes full advantage of being part of a world-leading university through our multidisciplinary collaboration with many other UCL departments.

For more than ten years, UCL has ranked in the top 10 universities globally (QS World University Rankings, 2026) and is proud to hold the title of  University of the Year 2024, judged by the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024 who also rank UCL in 7th place in the UK in 2025.

Located in London, the best student city voted by QS for four years in a row, we attract staff and students from all over the world. The cultural fluency and global perspectives our students develop because of our diversity are prized by employers. The UCL School of Management is located in the heart of Canary Wharf, the internationally-renowned centre of business.

Applications

When reviewing Flex MBA applications, we take a holistic look at academic history, professional experience, your personal statement, references and admissions interview. Our entry requirements provide the University College London Admissions Committee with information that is pivotal for choosing the best candidates for the programme.

When we assess your application, we will be seeking to learn:

Successful candidates will be able to tangibly demonstrate:

Application deadlines

Start date: September 2026 Application deadline
Admissions Round 1 23 February 2026 (17:00 GMT). Scholarships available
Admissions Round 2 25 May 2026 (17:00 BST)
Admissions Round 3 24 August 2026 (17:00 BST)

Minimum entry requirements

A good undergraduate degree from a recognised university – a minimum of UK Second Class Honours (Upper Division - 2:1) or the international equivalent, as well as a minimum of three years’ full-time work experience after completion of an undergraduate degree and before starting the MBA programme. If you do not meet the degree requirements, a minimum of five years’ work experience, with at least two years spent in a senior leadership role is required.

A 'Level 2’ English language qualification is required for this programme:

Learn more about English language requirements and all accepted English language tests

This programme does not require results from a GMAT, GRE or equivalent standardised test. Applicants who have taken a test are encouraged to submit their results if they feel their score will strengthen their application.

Visa information for non-UK students

Students in this programme will not qualify for sponsorship under the Student visa route, even if they choose the option that includes some on-campus teaching.

International students who wish to attend the on-campus teaching sessions will usually need to apply for a UK Standard Visitor visa, which permits short periods of study, including the in-person teaching on this programme.

Please note that UK immigration rules are set by the UK Government and are subject to change. There is therefore no guarantee that the rules outlined here will remain in place for the duration of your studies at UCL.

If you have any questions regarding visa compliance, please contact the UCL Student Immigration Compliance Team.

Application checklist

Personal statement (3–4 essays)

Two references

Resume/CV

Official transcripts from all degree-granting institutions attended

Meet the English language requirements

Application fee of £90

Book a meeting with our Admissions Team

Our Admissions Team are available for one to one online meetings to talk you through:

To help us support you effectively, please only book a call if you meet the minimum entry requirements:

Book a personal meeting with our Admissions Team

Ready to apply?

We strongly recommend that applicants to the programme connect with our admissions team before applying to the programme as they can provide tailored support and guidance to ensure applicants have the best chance of success.

Once you are ready to apply, you can do so via the UCL application portal.

Apply to start in September 2026

Scholarships and Funding

As you consider studying The UCL Flex MBA at the UCL School of Management, it’s important to also consider how you will fund your studies. Many students combine personal resources with scholarships and bursaries.

Total fees for students starting in September 2026 are £42,500 for the entirety of the programme. Once you have secured your place with a deposit of up to £500(deducted from your total fees) tuition payment can be broken into smaller payments that are payable only when you take a module.

Flexible payments

While many MBA programmes require a single, large payment upfront, the UCL Flex MBA offers pay-as-you-go tuition, meaning you only pay when you study. There are also a number of other flexible payment options that allow you to fund your degree in a way that works best for you.

Scholarships

The UCL School of Management is delighted to offer scholarships of up to 25% of tuition fees to a select number of outstanding candidates on the UCL MBA programme for those joining in 2026.

Academic Excellence

Applicants for this scholarship should evidence a strong academic history of achievement. Past degrees, qualifications, and signs of high academic achievement should be documented.

Community Leadership

Applicants for this scholarship should evidence strong leadership engagement within their community and outline how the MBA can help magnify that influence for the public good.

*Entrepreneurial Leadership*

Applicants for this scholarship should evidence leadership with a current start-up or new venture organisation. Clear description of how the MBA will support the growth of the venture and the applicant’s ability to grow their role within the start-up.

**Ethnic Minority Leadership****

Applicants for this scholarship should evidence how they are breaking demographic barriers within their career.

*High Professional Achiever*

Applicants in this category should demonstrate their achievements are above average. They may also evidence any national or international recognition.

*UCL Alumni*

Applicants for this scholarship should evidence their UCL alumni status. Ongoing engagement with the broader UCL community will strengthen an application.

*UCL Staff*

Applicants for this scholarship should be in full-time employment with UCL and should evidence a strong work history at UCL, as well as line manager or leadership support.

*Woman in Senior Leadership*

Applicants for this scholarship should evidence their role within senior leadership and potential opportunities to continue to break existing norms.

*How can I apply for a scholarship?*

To be considered for a UCL MBA scholarship, please complete the optional essay in the application form. In the essay, describe how you meet the criteria for up to two of the scholarship categories listed above. In your essay, you should  share the impact you hope to bring to the UCL MBA community. We are also keen to understand how this financial support will enhance your studies and overall experience during the programme.

Important: Scholarships are awarded only after your application has been successfully reviewed and you have received an offer for the programme. Funds will be applied to your account once you are officially enrolled.

Can I apply for more than one scholarship?

While you may apply for up to two scholarships, please note that only one scholarship will be awarded. You may indicate your preferred scholarship title.

Deposits

If your application to the programme is successful and you accept your offer to join the UCL Flex MBA, payment for a deposit will then be required. This is to demonstrate your commitment to joining the programme.

Further information about tuition fee deposits can be found athttps://www.ucl.ac.uk/prospective-students/graduate/fee-deposits-frequently-asked-questions

Upcoming events

Have a question about our MBA programme? Attend one of our open events to learn more about studying with us, meet staff, students and alumni, and have your questions answered.

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