Oxford Said Business School
Oxford, United Kingdom - Founded 1996
Saïd Business School is the business school of the University of Oxford and was founded in 1996. The Oxford MBA is a one-year, full-time, in-person programme; the next intake starts in September 2027 and the 2027-28 course fee is GBP 94,120. The 2025-26 class has 332 students from 63 nationalities; 96% are international, 48% are female and the average work experience is 5 years. The class median GMAT Focus score is 635, which the school states is 690 on the classic GMAT. For the class of 2024-25, the average base salary at 90 days was GBP 81,466 and 75% of graduates seeking a role received an offer within 90 days. The school is ranked 27th (joint) in the Financial Times Global MBA 2026 ranking.
Class size
332
Median GMAT
635
- #27 (joint) Financial Times Global MBA 2026
- #8 Bloomberg Businessweek Best B-Schools 2026-27 (Europe and Middle East)
Class profile
Applications
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Avg GPA
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GMAT range
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Intl students
96%
Women
48%
Avg work exp
5.0 yrs
Avg age
-
GRE accepted
Yes
Employment
Median base salary
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Signing bonus
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Placement (3 mo)
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Offers at grad
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Changed industry
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Changed function
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Top employers
| Industry | % of class |
|---|---|
| Financial services | 38.6% |
| Consulting | 22.2% |
| Global industry | 21.5% |
| Technology and e-commerce | 13.3% |
| Impact | 4.4% |
Programs
| Type | Program | Duration | Format | Tuition | Class size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full-time MBA | Oxford MBA | 12 months | Full-time, in-person | GBP 94,120 (2027-28 course fee) | 332 |
| Joint degree | Oxford 1+1 MBA | 24 months | Full-time, in-person | See program page | - |
| Executive MBA | Oxford Executive MBA | 24 months | Part-time, modular (14 to 18 one-week modules) | GBP 132,420 (January 2027 intake); GBP 140,360 (September 2027 intake) | - |
Admissions
| Round | Deadline | Decision by |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Wednesday 2 September 2026 | Friday 16 October 2026 |
| Stage 2 | Monday 5 October 2026 | Friday 20 November 2026 |
| Stage 3 | Wednesday 4 November 2026 | Friday 11 December 2026 |
| Stage 4 | Wednesday 6 January 2027 | Friday 5 March 2027 |
| Stage 5 | Monday 15 March 2027 | Friday 23 April 2027 |
Application fee
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Tuition
GBP 94,120 (2027-28 course fee)
Total cost
Not published as a single figure
Interview
By invitation. Conducted by a faculty member, a senior member of the administrative staff, or an industry adviser, in Oxford, overseas (subject to availability), or by video conference. Lasts about 30 to 40 minutes.
English test
Required
Deferral
Not stated on the school's application pages
FAQ
What GMAT score do I need for Oxford Said?
There is no minimum. The school considers GMAT Focus scores of 595 or above (650 on the classic GMAT) competitive. The 2025-26 class median is 635 on the GMAT Focus, which the school states is 690 on the classic GMAT.
What are the Oxford MBA deadlines for the September 2027 intake?
Stage 1: 2 September 2026. Stage 2: 5 October 2026. Stage 3: 4 November 2026. Stage 4: 6 January 2027. Stage 5: 15 March 2027.
What is the average salary for Oxford MBA graduates?
For the class of 2024-25, the average base salary at 90 days was GBP 81,466, with a salary reporting rate of 94%. 75% of graduates seeking a role received an offer within 90 days.
How long is the Oxford MBA?
One year, full-time and in person in Oxford. The next intake starts in September 2027.
Sources
- 1Oxford Said Business School, Class profile
- 2Oxford Said Business School, Admissions
- 3Oxford Said Business School, Employment report (checked October 15, 2026)
Campus photo by pam fray, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.