In an increasingly complex world, with rapidly advancing technology and global challenges like climate change and geopolitical conflict, there is an accelerating need for professionals to update skills, knowledge and qualifications to stay competitive and relevant in the job market, while also making a positive impact on society.
LSE’s portfolio of executive master’s programmes provides the perfect solution. Designed for working professionals who are seeking the benefits of longer-term in-depth classroom learning, without needing to take a career break, each programme is delivered in a flexible executive modular format. This allows you to successfully combine study and full-time work regardless of location, with up to 70% of executive master’s cohorts living and working outside the UK.
The Executive Master’s Programme has been an intellectually stimulating and thoroughly enriching experience. The high-quality teaching has been matched by the diverse, international cohort of students from different professional fields, each providing their unique perspective. I have already started applying insights and learnings in my organisation and look forward to leaning on the newly gained expertise and skillsets for my next careers steps.
Christoph Saenger (Executive MSc International Strategy and Diplomacy 2024), Head of Competitiveness Policy at the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development.
Additional benefits include the chance to learn not only from LSE’s faculty but also from experienced and diverse cohorts, the opportunity to develop strong and relevant professional networks, and the ability to apply new skills immediately. LSE’s executive degrees offer an instant return on investment, integrating cutting-edge research with practice-informed teaching. Delivered by world-leading faculty, these programmes emphasise the practical application of knowledge and skills that are relevant for your professional context.
Returning to study after some time away from university can be a bit of a challenge, but our portfolio of executive master’s programmes has dedicated teams and access to online resources to help make the transition smoother, while a 10% discount for qualifying alumni and the ability to pay tuition fees in staggered instalments, make the cost easier to manage.
Over the past decade the LSE executive master’s programme has grown to cover the following areas:
- Behavioural Science
- Cities
- Finance
- Health Policy
- International Strategy and Diplomacy
- Law
- Management and Social Business
- Public Policy and Administration
In each case, graduates receive a full master’s degree, with departments drawing upon the content of their full-time programmes to deliver education tailored for maximum impact in an executive modular format, suitable for an experienced mid-career audience.
You can learn more about the benefits for both individuals and organisations on the LSE executive master's portfolio webpage.
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