London

MBA Admissions Consultants and GMAT Prep for London Candidates

London is home to some of Europe’s most sought-after business schools and is one of the world’s great finance and consulting hubs. MBA Center, a UK-registered company, helps London-based professionals and graduates choose the right schools in London, Europe and the US, prepare for the GMAT, GRE, IELTS or TOEFL, and build strong applications, online and in person by appointment.

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Who We Help

Who we help in London

Finance and consulting professionals

Applying for an MBA in London or abroad. MBA admissions consulting →

Recent graduates

Applying for a Master in Management or a specialised master’s. MiM admissions consulting → · Specialised MSc →

Finance candidates

Aiming for investment banking or asset management through a Master in Finance. Master in Finance admissions →

Senior managers

Who want an Executive MBA while keeping their London job. EMBA admissions consulting →

Schools

Business schools in London

London offers a wide choice of programmes within a few Tube stops of each other. These are the schools our candidates apply to most often:

SchoolBest known forOur guide
London Business School (Regent’s Park)MBA (15–21 months), Masters in Management, Masters in Finance, Executive MBALBS admissions consulting
Imperial College Business School (South Kensington)MSc in Management, specialised MScs, one-year MBA with a technology focusImperial admissions consulting
London School of Economics (LSE)Specialised MSc programmes in management, finance and economics; TRIUM Global EMBA with HEC and NYU Stern—
Bayes Business School, City St George’s (formerly Cass)Specialised MSc programmes and MBA in the City of London—
King’s Business SchoolSpecialised MSc programmes—

Many London candidates also apply to INSEAD, HEC Paris and IE Business School, or to US schools. Browse all the schools we advise on.

Tests

GMAT, GRE and English tests in London

You can sit the GMAT and GRE at test centres in London or online from home. Most UK programmes also ask non-native speakers for an English test: Imperial’s MBA, for example, asks for IELTS 7.0.

TestUsed forOur preparation
GMAT Focus EditionMBA, MiM and MiF admissions worldwideGMAT preparation in Europe
GREMBA and master’s admissions, including LSE MSc programmesGRE preparation
IELTS / TOEFLEnglish requirement for UK and international programmesIELTS · TOEFL
Our Process

How we work with London candidates

Free consultation

Online or in person in London: your profile, target schools and realistic chances.

Your roadmap

A balanced school list across London, Europe and the US, with a calendar built around your job.

Test preparation

GMAT, GRE, IELTS or TOEFL, timed to your deadlines.

Application development

Your Head Coach and Personal Coach work on your CV, essays and recommendations.

Interviews

Mock interviews for LBS alumni interviews, Imperial’s online interview and other schools’ formats. See interview preparation →

FAQ

MBA admissions in London: frequently asked questions

Do you have an office in London?

MBA Center works with London candidates online and in person by appointment. Book a free consultation and we will arrange the format that suits you.

Which business schools are in London?

London’s best-known business schools include London Business School, Imperial College Business School, the London School of Economics, Bayes Business School (formerly Cass) and King’s Business School. We advise on all of them and on schools across Europe and the US.

Can I work with MBA Center online from London?

Yes. Most of our London candidates work full-time, so coaching sessions, essay reviews and mock interviews can take place online at times that fit your schedule.

Where can I take the GMAT in London?

You can sit the GMAT at a test centre in London or online from home. Book through mba.com, ideally two to three months before your first application deadline.

Should I choose LBS or Imperial?

It depends on your profile. LBS suits candidates who want a longer, flexible MBA or a Masters in Management for graduates with up to two years’ experience; Imperial suits candidates who want a one-year MBA or a MiM with a technology and quantitative focus.

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