London Business School for Indian Students
Regent's Park, London, United Kingdom
London Business School is one of the world's leading graduate-only business schools — no undergraduate programs. Known for dominant placements in consulting, finance, private equity, and global leadership roles. Located in central London, LBS offers direct access to Europe's financial capital.
#1
MBA in Europe (FT)
90+
Students Guided
92%
Employed in 3 Months
60+
Nationalities in Class
What Makes LBS Different
Pure Graduate Business School
Unlike universities that offer business alongside dozens of other disciplines, LBS focuses exclusively on business education. Every student, professor, recruiter, and network connection is part of that ecosystem. There are no undergraduates, no arts departments, no sciences. It's 100% business, 100% of the time.
The London Advantage
Students are based in Regent's Park, central London — giving direct access to investment banks in Canary Wharf and the City, consulting firms, private equity and venture capital firms, and multinational corporate headquarters. Internships and networking begin immediately. For finance careers, London's ecosystem is second only to New York.
Highly International Cohort
LBS programs typically include students from 60+ nationalities. Indian students consistently form one of the largest groups. This creates one of the most globally diverse classroom environments among top business schools — and a worldwide alumni network after graduation.
Program Pathways at LBS
LBS offers four distinct program types. Choosing the right one depends on your career stage and goals.
Masters in Management (MiM)
Best for: 0-2 years work experience, fresh graduates targeting consulting/finance
Duration: 12-16 months
Masters in Finance (MiF)
Best for: Finance professionals or strong quant graduates targeting investment banking, PE, hedge funds
Duration: Full-time (10-16 months) or Part-time (22 months)
MBA
Best for: 3-8 years experience, targeting career pivot or acceleration in consulting, finance, tech, strategy
Duration: 15-21 months (flexible)
Executive MBA
Best for: Senior professionals (8+ years), continuing work while studying. London or Dubai campus.
Duration: 20 months (part-time)
Admission Requirements by Program
Masters in Management (MiM)
What matters:
- Strong undergraduate degree (First/2:1 or equivalent)
- 0-2 years of work experience (designed for fresh graduates)
- Clear career direction (consulting, finance, industry)
- Leadership or initiative evidence
- Internship experience strengthens the application
Masters in Finance (MiF)
What matters:
- Strong academic background (often quantitative)
- Finance-related exposure matters heavily
- Relevant internships or work experience
- Clear motivation for finance career
MBA (Full-Time, 15-21 Months)
What LBS evaluates:
- Work experience: typically 3-8 years
- Leadership evidence and career progression
- Career clarity — why MBA, why now, why LBS
- International mindset and exposure
- Strong recommendations from managers
- Interview performance
Tests & process:
- GMAT or GRE required
- Multiple rounds (autumn through spring)
- Apply earlier for better scholarship chances
- Flexible 15-21 month duration
- Read: MBA Admissions Strategy
Executive MBA
What matters:
- Substantial work experience (8+ years typical)
- Leadership responsibilities
- Employer support often helpful
- Strategic development goals
Format:
- London-based or Dubai-based EMBA
- 20 months part-time (continue working)
- GMAT/GRE sometimes required, sometimes waived based on profile
- Focus: leadership development, strategic decision-making, global executive network
Career Outcomes After LBS
LBS's London location and finance focus produce some of the strongest business school placements globally.
The UK's 2-year Graduate Route visa helps international graduates find employment after LBS. London's position as Europe's financial capital means recruiters come to you.
LBS vs Other Top Business Schools
LBS vs INSEAD
Both are elite European business schools. INSEAD offers a shorter 10-month MBA with campuses in France and Singapore. LBS offers a flexible 15-21 month MBA with London's finance ecosystem. Choose INSEAD for speed and Asia access; LBS for London location and flexible duration.
LBS vs Harvard Business School
HBS has the strongest global MBA brand and US recruiting. LBS dominates European finance and consulting placements. Choose HBS for US careers; LBS for European careers. Both produce world-class graduates.
LBS vs Oxford Said
Oxford Said is a 1-year MBA within a full university (access to Oxford's broader academic environment). LBS is a pure business school with a flexible 15-21 month format. LBS has a larger alumni network in finance; Oxford carries broader academic prestige.
What Strong LBS Applications Have in Common
MiM Applicants
- Clear career goals (consulting, finance, industry)
- Strong academics and leadership evidence
- Internships or meaningful projects
- Why LBS specifically, not just “a good business school”
MBA Applicants
- Career progression with clear leadership arc
- International mindset and exposure
- Thoughtful career narrative — why MBA, why now, why LBS
- Strong GMAT + interview readiness
Finance Applicants
- Quantitative readiness and finance exposure
- Strong test performance (GMAT quant matters)
- Clear finance career direction
- Why London's finance ecosystem matters to you
Costs & Scholarships
Costs to Plan For
- MBA/MiM/MiF tuition varies by program and year
- London living costs are among the highest globally
- Housing near Regent's Park campus adds significant cost
- But: internship earning potential in London is also the highest in Europe
- Education loan guide
Scholarships
- Merit-based scholarships available across programs
- Diversity scholarships for underrepresented backgrounds
- Program-specific awards
- Earlier applications often improve scholarship chances
- Many Indian students combine: scholarships + savings + education loans
- Explore all scholarships
Our Students at LBS
90+ students guided to London Business School across MBA, MiM, MiF, and EMBA programs.
Shabnam Shahani
London Business School
“LBS was the perfect launch pad for my career in European finance. KGC understood what LBS looks for and helped me present my story compellingly.”
Read full storyGayatri Murthy
London Business School
“The MBA application process at LBS is intense. Dr. Karan Gupta's strategic approach to essays and interview preparation made all the difference.”
Read full storyTanya Verma
London Business School
“KGC helped me understand that LBS is not just another MBA — it's a gateway to London's finance ecosystem. The application strategy was tailored perfectly.”
Read full storyVihaan Mehta
London Business School
“Getting into LBS's Masters in Finance required a very specific approach. KGC's guidance on positioning my quantitative background was invaluable.”
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Dr. Karan Gupta's LBS Admission Advice
Students often treat LBS like just another MBA or finance school. It isn't.
- Clarity about why London specifically. LBS expects you to articulate why London's ecosystem — its finance firms, its multinational headquarters, its position as Europe's business capital — matters for YOUR career goals. Generic “I want a good MBA” doesn't work here.
- Realistic career planning. LBS essays are known to be reflective and career-focused. They want evidence that you've thought seriously about your pre-MBA trajectory, your post-MBA goals, and why LBS is the bridge between them.
- Strong professional storytelling. LBS values candidates who can communicate their impact clearly. If you led a team, quantify the outcome. If you drove a project, explain the business result. Numbers and specifics win over vague claims.
- Weak applications usually lack direction, not achievement. I've seen candidates with impressive CVs get rejected because they couldn't articulate a coherent career narrative. LBS wants to know where you're going, not just where you've been.
Dr. Karan Gupta is a Harvard Business School alumnus with 27+ years of experience. Book a consultation to discuss your LBS strategy.
FAQs: LBS for Indian Students
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