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Do I need work experience after BBA to pursue an MBA abroad in UK/Australia?

31 Jul 2026 · Answered by Deepak Kumar · 1 min read
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It depends on the country and the specific MBA program.

- UK: Most MBA programs require 2 - 3 years of full-time work experience.
- Australia: Many top universities prefer 2 - 5 years of experience, but some offer "Early Career" MBAs for recent graduates with little or no work experience.
- US: Top MBA programs typically expect 4 - 6 years of work experience.
- Europe: Some institutions offer Master in Management (MiM) programs for fresh graduates, which usually do not require work experience.

If you have limited work experience, consider MiM programs or early-career MBAs.

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