After completing an MBA in 3.5 years, which degree programs can I apply to in Europe and the UK?

 

If you would like to pursue further education after an MBA, it pretty much boils down to two logical choices:

1. a Ph. D. in Business, Economics and some such, or any other field, really. Two issues with pursuing a Ph.D. after an MBA that I see:
1. Typically, after an MBA you would be older than an average Ph.D. applicant. That’s not definitive though.
2. More importantly, an MBA is considered to be a hands-on degree for business practitioners, while a Ph.D. is an academic path typically for researchers and future professors. There is an inherent conflict of motivation. Because of that, the academia came up with…
2. …a DBA. That’s an advanced degree for MBAs who seek to teach business disciplines, run academic institutions (as deans, presidents etc.), or generally have an ambition to further their education, with a preference for practicing business skills (vs engaging in theoretical research).

Beyond that, you can always choose to go one step back and get another Masters degree in any field of your interest. Since MBA programs are generally considered pretty rigorous, you would likely have a good chance at getting selected for any other program at a Masters level.

Good luck.