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What kind of typical investment will be needed for studying abroad in my case in UK/Australia for a MBA?

18 Aug 2026 · Answered by Gangadhara N S · 1 min read
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You can expect a significant investment for an MBA abroad. Here’s a typical cost breakdown for the UAE, UK, and Australia:

- UAE: Tuition ranges from ₹9.8 lakh to ₹44 lakh/year. Living expenses are about ₹85,000 to ₹1.6 lakh/month. Total annual budget: ₹20 - 58 lakh.
- UK: Tuition is usually ₹30 lakh to ₹1.3 crore/year, with most one-year MBAs at ₹55 - 85 lakh. Living costs are ₹15 - 23 lakh/year. Total annual budget: ₹37 lakh - 1.4 crore.
- Australia: Tuition is ₹30 - 47 lakh/year. Living costs are ₹10 - 12.5 lakh/year. Total annual budget: ₹40 - 62 lakh.

Visa fees, health insurance, and IELTS test costs are additional and subject to change.

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