{"id":60320,"date":"2023-12-13T22:44:00","date_gmt":"2023-12-14T05:44:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gmatclub.com\/blog\/?p=60320"},"modified":"2023-12-13T22:44:00","modified_gmt":"2023-12-14T05:44:00","slug":"best-of-2024-top-mba-schools-to-study-abroad","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gmatclub.com\/blog\/best-of-2024-top-mba-schools-to-study-abroad\/","title":{"rendered":"Best of 2024: Top MBA Schools to Study Abroad"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Discover the top 10 MBA schools of 2024 based on the QS global MBA rankings. Dive into essential details like application deadlines, fees, and admission requirements for each. This guide is here to help you make informed choices that match your academic and career goals. Come along as we explore the leading MBA options for the upcoming year!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>1. Stanford Graduate School of Business<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gyandhan.com\/schools\/stanford-university\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stanford Graduate School of Business<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> claims, \"No matter the end goal, our two-year MBA program will help you become a stronger leader and better person.\u201d They have a lot of student services and they also state that 85% of their MBA graduates can find good career opportunities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Application deadline - <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9th April 2024<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Application fees - <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">USD 275<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Admission requirements -\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eligibility\/Admission Requirement -<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold a bachelor's degree equivalent to a USA university.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A score of 730 or above<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Average GPA of 3.78 or above<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">English proficiency test<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>2. University of Pennsylvania (Wharton)\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The MBA program provided by <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gyandhan.com\/schools\/university-of-pennsylvania-wharton-seas\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">University of Pennsylvania<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Wharton) is a 20 month long program that includes 3.5 months of recommended internship. To assist individuals in navigating this robust program, a team of professional advisors offers guidance in the areas of academics, student life engagement, and career management.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Application deadline <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">- 2nd April 2024<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Application fees - <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">USD 275<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Admission requirements -\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Need to 2 essays as per school requirements<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Need 2 letters of recommendation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A GMAT score of 700 or above<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Must have cleared either TOEFL, PTE or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gyandhan.com\/ielts\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IELTS<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Must have a GPA of 3.0 or above in past<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>3. Harvard Business School\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gyandhan.com\/schools\/harvard-university\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Harvard Business School<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offer a dozen of programs to choose from that polishes your management and leadership skills. Harvard Business School offers a two-year, full-time MBA program with a general management curriculum focused on real-world practice. One USP is that almost 50% of the students are able to receive need based scholarship.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Application deadline - <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">24 May 2024<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Application fees - <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">USD 250<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Admission requirements -\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A GPA of 3.7 or above on a 5 point scale.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GMAT score of 750 or above.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gyandhan.com\/toefl\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TOEFL<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> score of 109 or above<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>4. London School of Business\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With over 100 electives and flexible exit options, you have the freedom to shape your MBA based on your own career aspirations. The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gyandhan.com\/schools\/london-business-school\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">London Business School<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> MBA spans 15 to 21 months of focused learning and professional growth, equipping you for swift career advancement or a successful transition to a new career path. They have a 91% employment success rate withing 3 months of graduation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Application deadline -<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> July 2024<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Application fees - <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GBP 200<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Admission requirements -\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MBA essay submission as per given topic.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A CV with professional experience (if possible).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GMAT Score of 700 or above.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Above average score in English proficiency test<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>5. HEC Paris\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It provides a 16 months long course in which about 93% of students are international from 60 different nationalities. In keeping with an individualized approach to learning, the program admits a limited number of 300 students each year. This ensures that each person's ideas and input are highly valued.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Application deadline - <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4th February, 2024<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Application fees - <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">EUR 200<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Admission requirements -\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Must be academically accomplished in past courses<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If professional experience, preference is given.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All past official transcripts<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Completed essays as per given topics<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 letter of recommendation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GMAT score of 690 or above.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A score more than or equal to 7.0 in IELTS<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>6. MIT Management Solan School<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The MBA curriculum of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gyandhan.com\/schools\/massachusetts-institute-of-technology-mit\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MIT<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Management Solan School is distributed over four semesters in two years. During the second year, students may choose to write an optional thesis. Sloan also offers a one-year MBA for experienced executives as well.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Application deadline -<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 8th April 2024<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Application fees - <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">USD 250<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Admission requirements -\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">English proficiency test not required, same is tested during interview.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GMAT score of 730 or above.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All previous academic transcript<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Work experience is preferred<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cover letter<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Video introduction of 60 seconds<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>7. Columbia Business School\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gyandhan.com\/schools\/massachusetts-institute-of-technology-mit\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Columbia Business School<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 2 year MBA program offers unparalleled real-world exposure. Students connect classroom theory to practical business settings through top-tier internships, applying skills in finance, investing, marketing, data analytics, and product development.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Application deadline -<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 7th February, 2024<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Application fee - <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">USD 250<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Admission requirements -\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All previous transcripts with an average GPA of 3.5 or above.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GMAT score of 700 or above<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Resume with professional experience is preferred<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 Essays and 1 short answer question as per given topics<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Letter of recommendation<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>8. IE Business School<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Designed for ambitious professionals seeking career advancement, the one-year MBAs and Executive MBAs provide global insights and strategic expertise. This program, blending cutting-edge technologies with dynamic courses, prepares individuals for the fast-paced business world.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Application deadline -<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Rolling basis<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Application fee - <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">USD 200<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Admission requirements -<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bachelors degree or equivalent<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Minimum 2 years of working experience<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GMAT score of 680 or above<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">English language proficiency test score<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Letter of recommendations<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Average GPA of 3.0 on 5 point scale<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>9. Cambridge Judge Business School<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In its one-year full-time program, the Cambridge MBA empowers future leaders to reshape global business and society. Whether individuals are pursuing accelerated leadership opportunities, a career change, or an entrepreneurial path, the program equips them with the necessary skills, networks, and confidence to make it happen.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Application deadline - <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7th May 2024<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Application fee -<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> GBP 165<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Admission requirements -\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2+ years of work experience and strong evidence of career progression<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a bachelor\u2019s degree (equivalent to a high 2:1 on the UK scale) and have excelled academically<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a valid GMAT\/GRE score (our average is typically around 690)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">excellent English language abilities<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a learning mindset and strong interpersonal and collaborative skills<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">confidence, resilience, ambition and thrive under pressure.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>10. IESE Business School\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Their MBA program is a global journey, with the ultimate destination being the achievement of individual goals. The 15 or 19-month transformation delivers lasting rewards. Through cross-cultural learning experiences and a focus on general management, participants attain a global business vantage point, developing decision-making skills to drive their careers. Graduates emerge prepared to fulfil their potential and make a meaningful mark on the world.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Application deadline -<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 13th May 2024<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Application fees -<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> USD 200<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Admission requirements -\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kira video essays<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Official past transcripts<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CV with professional experience<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GMAT score of 650 or above<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">English test: recommended score of TOEFL (105 minimum), IELTS (7.5 minimum), PTE, and Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English minimum level B<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One letter of recommendation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mandatory essays (online form)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are several more schools and countries that are not mentioned in this top 10 list. Depending on your requirements you can choose the desired school and country. But wait! One more thing that you should know - MBA is a course that comes at a hefty cost and thus having a strong financial backing is must. GyanDhan an education financing marketplace can help you with your financial backing. All you need to do is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gyandhan.com\/loaneligs?campaign_partner=gmatclubthread\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">check your eligibility<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and leave rest to us. If you have any queries regarding MBA funding, drop us your query on <a href=\"https:\/\/gmatclub.com\/forum\/gyandhan-finance-finance-your-mba-abroad-420944.html\">GMAT Club here<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Read also:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gyandhan.com\/blogs\/best-countries-to-study-mba-abroad\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best countries to do an MBA abroad<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gyandhan.com\/schools\/massachusetts-institute-of-technology-mit\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Education loan for MBA in USA<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gyandhan.com\/schools\/massachusetts-institute-of-technology-mit\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One-year MBA vs two year MBA<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gyandhan.com\/schools\/massachusetts-institute-of-technology-mit\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MBA in USA<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gyandhan.com\/schools\/massachusetts-institute-of-technology-mit\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best business schools in the world<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; Discover the top 10 MBA schools of 2024 based on the QS global MBA rankings. 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