Head to head

Lancaster University Management School vs Nottingham University Business School

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

Lancaster University Management School
Nottingham University Business School
FT ranking 2025
QS ranking 2025
Tuition
£30,000
£33,800
Median salary
Employment rate
GMAT range
Duration
1 year
1 year
Class size
Average age
International
Female
Location
Lancaster, UK
Nottingham, UK

The short version

  • On tuition, Lancaster University Management School is the more affordable option at £30,000.

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, Lancaster University Management School or Nottingham University Business School?
Tuition is £30,000 at Lancaster University Management School and £33,800 at Nottingham University Business School. Compare like for like before concluding — headline tuition can mix EU/EEA and non-EU rates — and add living costs in Lancaster versus Nottingham, since the lower tuition is not always the cheaper city overall.
Do you need the GMAT for Lancaster University Management School or Nottingham University Business School?
Lancaster University Management School has an admission route that does not require a GMAT or GRE; Nottingham University 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 Lancaster University Management School or Nottingham University Business School?
There is no universal winner. The right pick depends on your target career, where you want to live and work (Lancaster, UK versus Nottingham, 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.