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"The international exposure LBS gives its students is unrivalled by any other school. In my class of 108 there were more than 40 nationalities."

Thomas Griesel

Founder, Hello Fresh
Programme: MiM2010
Nationality: German

A masterclass in management

Experience a truly global learning journey - one that takes you from the classroom to the international world of business. The MiM’s scope and rigour will broaden your business experience on campus, in London and around the world.

Real-world business exposure
In the classroom

Explore the real world of international business in all its complexity – gain hands-on experience on Global experiential courses, LondonLAB and business treks
Be mentored by MBA and MiF students and alumni - successful professionals who support you with job applications and advice
Gain expert insight into the innovative business practices that differentiate top performers. Inspirational speakers have included Apple’s Pascal Cagni and Dame Amelia Fawcett, non-executive Chairman of The Guardian and former Banking Executive at Morgan Stanley

student clubs

the heart and soul of our vibrantly international student body

Step outside your comfort zone in study groups designed for maximum professional and cultural diversity
Learn from outstanding faculty – experts at the forefront of global business, skilled at building theoretical understanding and applying it within the real world
Engage in case studies and simulations in a safe environment. Devise workable solutions and explore long-term options through open discussion and debate
Develop the analytical thinking and decision-making skills recruiters are looking for
Learn to build relationships, influence outcomes and negotiate terms with self-awareness and confidence – skills critical to your career success.

Global experiential courses

A transformational experience

Our Global Experience courses challenge you to apply your learning in new and unfamiliar contexts, and to have responsible real-world impact. For one intensive, immersive week, you will expand your global mindset and network. Alongside your peers in Graduate Masters, MBA and Leadership programmes, travel to destinations such as Austin, Cape Town, Medellin and Paris.

Each Global Experience is led by expert faculty and explores a topical theme, offering an in-depth view of a country's business culture. You will have the opportunity to interact meaningfully with members of the local business ecosystem, faculty, alumni, fellow students and others in the LBS global community.

Experiential Learning at LBS

We challenge our students to apply their learning through transformational experiences and to have responsible, real-world impact.

What’s your legacy? What impact do you choose to have?

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Fast-track your career

Use our outstanding global business network to get ahead

Where do your ambitions lie?

Mentoring: MBA and Masters in Finance students and alumni have a wealth of experience to share with you. Get support with job applications, build your global network and seek advice from professionals already working in the industry.
Internships: Take the opportunity to source and apply for summer internship opportunities.
Career exposure: Our central London location complements our exceptional global reputation. Connect with leading organisations such as Boston Consulting Group, McKinsey & Company, Amazon, LinkedIn, Accenture, HSBC, Goldman Sachs and many more.

LondonLAB

Put theory into practice by tackling a current business challenge in a live 10-week business project.

Guided by top LBS faculty, work in teams and take initiative to apply the learning from your core courses in the real world. Expand your London network, explore new sectors and make a tangible impact on a client organisation.

The client portfolio covers a range of multinationals to startups, giving you access to leading companies in a range of sectors. Recent clients include Deloitte, BBC, UNICEF, EY, Salesforce, Telefonica and Depop.

Types of project on offer include:

Improving performance and growing market share

Identify/assess further opportunities to increase the rate of growth, market share or revenue.
Sizing markets and assessing opportunities for new products

Identify/assess opportunities within a new market or for a new product, with a view to informing the development of a market entry strategy.
Responding to changes in the market (technological and/or regulatory)

Work to assess how specific market changes or trends impact your client and make recommendations on how best to navigate these changes

Skills Programme

The right skills to deliver immediate business impact

Developed in close collaboration with international recruiters, the Skills Programme defines the core skills employers want. You’ll embed your learning and build a raft of competencies customised to meet your personal development needs and objectives.

Interpersonal: Communicate with impact. Gaining critical skills for long-term career success, you’ll learn to present, persuade, negotiate and communicate with impact
Numerical: Showcase strong numerical skills in Excel and modelling
Digital literacy: Gain extra training in core programming languages like Python and R, and receive solid training in data management and data visualisation and storytelling.

Learn another language as part of your Personal Development Programme. Competency in a second language is a GMiM exit requirement - gain skills invaluable for building successful relationships and exploring new perspectives and cultural insights.

Learning experience FAQs

Can I visit LBS?

We host talk and tours on campus, as well as a large range of online events. Please visit our events page to browse all events.

You can also explore a virtual tour of the school here.
Do I need to be able to speak English?
Yes. You must be fluent in English. If your first language is not English, you will need to prove fluency unless:
- Your undergraduate degree (minimum two years) was conducted exclusively in English OR
- You have lived in an English-speaking country for at least two years.
What kind of career does the MiM prepare me for?

The MiM builds skills suitable for recruitment into pre-experience roles and graduate schemes in industry, banks, consultancies and other large organisations.

View the most recent MiM employment report.
Do I have to be on campus to study the programme?

From September 2021, the School is adopting a Classroom First approach. For more information on what this means for you, visit our Return to campus page.

See all MiM FAQs