Warwick Business School

About the school

Established in 1967, the Warwick Business School (WBS) was then known as the School of Industrial Relations and Business Studies. By 1988, the School had grown to accommodate five staff in the academic department and 24 students for the postgraduate programme, and its name was changed to Warwick Business School.

The School soon became the University of Warwick’s first business school. Today, it is the biggest department at the University of Warwick and has a presence in over 167 countries, connecting over 53,000 alumni. Konstantin Borisov (an astronaut from Roscosmos) and Jinesh Timbadia (working at EY LLP as a Tax Associate) are among the notable alumni of the School.

The Warwick Business School's primary location is within the University's campus in Coventry, Warwickshire County, offering convenient access to various resources both on and off-campus. Situated just an hour's drive from London, this location provides students with ample opportunities for exploration and personal growth. Additionally, the School boasts a second campus at the Shard in the heart of London, renowned for its distinctive architecture and central location within the UK's capital.

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Life at the Warwick Business School

Warwick Business School houses students from different countries and cultural backgrounds. Students have the opportunity to explore new adventures on the expansive 750-acre campus, engage in competitive sports, enjoy monthly food markets, connect with peers through diverse clubs and societies, attend captivating live performances, and immerse themselves in a rich cultural experience.

Finding suitable housing is easy as the University of Warwick offers multiple on-campus and off-campus accommodation options for its students based on their preferences, like location, size, budget, and more. Different postgraduate halls of residence are available in the nearby areas at decent rates. The University of Warwick makes appropriate arrangements for students’ accommodation, Wi-Fi, and other facilities.

There are 16 dining locations on-site with different cuisines where students can eat, drink, and shop. Providing everything from coffee to healthy meals, most operate a cashless system. The Sports and Wellness Hub has a swimming pool, a gym, and other activities to keep students active and fit.

Additional benefits of studying at the Warwick Business School

• Extracurricular Activities: Regular screenings of documentaries reflecting the rich cultural histories of different locations.

  • Sports Facilities: Off-campus and on-campus sports clubs, gyms, fitness studios, swimming pools, climbing centres, squash courts, and five football pitches are some of the exciting facilities on campus that keep students entertained during their stay.

• Student Clubs: Students can check the website of the Warwick Business School to learn how to enroll in student-led clubs and make the most of them.

Admissions criteria

Generally, applications require the following types of information:

• A personal information form
• 1 academic reference for postgraduate taught courses and 2 academic references for postgraduate research courses
• Minimum of second-class honours UK degree or any other equivalent degree
• Official transcripts of previous academic courses attended with accurate GPA details
• Proof of proficiency in English
  • Band A IELTS courses - overall score of 6.5 and minimum component score of 6
  • Band B IELTS courses - overall score of 7 and minimum component score of 6.5
  • Band C IELTS courses - overall score and a minimum component score of 7.5
  • Band D IELTS courses - overall core and minimum component score of 8
  • Any other English test approved by the University if students have not taken any of these IELTS courses
• Financial aid - Available through international scholarships and loans

These requirements can vary depending on the type of programme.

Fees and other expenses

Other tentative costs that students might incur:

• Travel - €50 per month (if using public transport)
• Housing - €350 to €900 per month (approx)

For more information or any updates to this information, students can visit the School's website.

Job placements

According to the Graduate Market Report of 2022, the University of Warwick is one of the top six most targeted institutions by potential employers.

• Career-focused Education: The University has dedicated Employer Relations Teams, Placement Teams and Work Experience Teams in almost all its departments to help students with interesting career placement options. Some of the placement initiatives that the University takes for its students are:

• Regular face-to-face or online interaction with potential employers

• Active engagements on social media platforms and internal job sites to post about vacancies

• Summer Internship Projects to provide students with real-world experiences

• Specialised projects on strategy, leadership and consulting with leading companies in the market, leading to full-time hiring in most cases

• Organising regular employer sessions and talent sourcing sessions to help students with their career opportunities and to enable employers to hire the right talent.