Head to head

Durham University Business School vs Henley Business School

The Durham University Business School and Henley Business School Master in Management programs, compared side by side on the numbers that decide it — ranking, fees, salary, selectivity and class profile.

Durham University Business School
Henley Business School
FT ranking 2025
QS ranking 2025
Tuition
£33,500
£29,150
Median salary
Employment rate
GMAT range
Duration
1 year
1 year
Class size
Average age
International
Female
Location
Durham, UK
Reading, UK

The short version

  • On tuition, Henley Business School is the more affordable option at £29,150.

Rankings and salary are only part of the decision — fit with your target career, location, language, and cost of living usually matter more. Read each program in full before deciding.

Frequently asked

Which is more affordable, Durham University Business School or Henley Business School?
Tuition is £33,500 at Durham University Business School and £29,150 at Henley Business School. Compare like for like before concluding — headline tuition can mix EU/EEA and non-EU rates — and add living costs in Durham versus Reading, since the lower tuition is not always the cheaper city overall.
Do you need the GMAT for Durham University Business School or Henley Business School?
Durham University Business School has an admission route that does not require a GMAT or GRE; Henley Business School has an admission route that does not require a GMAT or GRE. Test policies change each cycle, so confirm the current requirement on each school's own admissions page before assuming you can skip it.
Should I choose Durham University Business School or Henley Business School?
There is no universal winner. The right pick depends on your target career, where you want to live and work (Durham, UK versus Reading, UK), the language of instruction, and your budget. Read both full profiles, weigh fit over a handful of ranking places, and if you are still torn, our admissions guide walks through building a shortlist you can defend.