Learning experience | Masters in Management

"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 Immersion Field Trips, LondonLAB and business treks
Acquire vital knowledge of the global business landscape and develop a deep understanding of Asia’s business practices
Immerse yourself in a new culture, gain unprecedented access to Chinese companies and networks, and learn how eastern and western businesses can forge powerful working partnerships
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.

Translate theory into practice and apply your MiM knowledge in a live 8-10 week business project. Working in teams, LondonLAB is an opportunity to expand your London network, explore new sectors and make a tangible impact on a client organisation.

LondonLAB clients range from multinationals to start-ups and represent a range of sectors.

Recent clients include: Deloitte, BBC. Unicef, EY, Salesforce, Telefonica and Depop.

Types of project on offer include:

Supporting clients to improve performance and grow market share - identify/assess further opportunities to increase the rate of growth, market share or revenue
Researching new markets or 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 and managing change - work to assess how specific market changes or trends impact your client and make recommendations on how best to navigate these changes.

Gifts

Transformative and rich, faculty-led Global Immersion Field Trips (GIFTs) are integral to your degree.

Work with real communities in different business cultures to deliver concrete solutions and emerge with a stronger understanding of new sectors – from micro-finance to clean energy – within a global business context.

First-hand exposure to new economies, sectors, cultures and organisations
Explore key themes of Technology and Entrepreneurship or Social Impact
Knowledge of how to operate in different international environments
A transformational learning and life experience.

Recent GIFT locations include:

Social Impact and Social Enterprise	Technological Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Cape Town, South Africa Medellin, Colombia Kathmandu, Nepal	Beijing, China Tel Aviv, Israel San Francisco, USA

*GIFTS are included in tuition fees

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 finance reputation. Connect with global recruiters, including top banks such as Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, J.P. Morgan, Bank of America, Citi, Credit Suisse, Macquarie, Standard Chartered and Itaú.

Our students also find fulfilling careers in finance roles across numerous companies in the finance, professional services and corporate world, including Blackstone, Bloomberg, Deloitte, Fosun Group, PwC and L’Oreal.

Looking to a career in consulting? We offer opportunities to connect with McKinsey and Oliver Wyman.

LondonLAB

Complete a live 10 week business project

Apply 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 start-ups, 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 take the programme via online or distance learning?

No. The Masters in Management is a dynamic, full-time programme involving high-level class input and discussion.
Can I visit LBS?

Yes, we’d love to meet you!

We hold Information Sessions on campus every month where you can find out about LBS, our programmes and our community. This is a great chance to network with current students and alumni, and get your questions answered by the Recruitment and Admissions Team.

Sign up for the next session here.

We also offer weekly drop-in sessions at our London campus and the University of London Union. Join these informal coffee chat sessions for the opportunity to speak with our Recruitment and Admissions team. Or meet with a student ambassador for extra insight into our community and life at LBS.

Find out more about our information events.
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.

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