How good is the ROI of an MBA in the UK compared to the US?

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S Raghav · Accepted Answer

Many people assume US MBAs always offer better ROI, but the numbers tell a different story.

UK MBAs cost less overall &mdash; one-year programs save a full year of tuition and living expenses.
Graduates from LBS, Oxford, and Cambridge often earn &pound;85,000&ndash;&pound;100,000 in starting salaries, recouping costs in just a few years.
US schools like Wharton or Harvard lead in lifetime earnings, but the higher costs (often over $200,000) extend the break-even point.
Visa rules also matter &mdash; the UK&rsquo;s two-year post-study work visa helps international grads find jobs faster.

So, if short-term ROI and global exposure are priorities, the UK stands out. For long-term