Global MBA Applications Decline in 2026 Amid Shifts in Student Preferences
Global MBA applications declined by 13% in 2026 after two years of growth, with international applicants driving much of the decrease, according to the GMAC survey. Indian students are increasingly applying to business schools in Europe and Asia due to changing visa rules, immigration policies, and higher costs in the US, UK, and Canada. Indian domestic MBA programs also saw a drop in applications, and the decline affected various MBA formats worldwide, including full-time, part-time, executive, and online programs.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (48–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
indiatoday broke this story on 2 Nov, 05:01 am. Other outlets followed.
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