The London School of Economics and Political Science - Business, International Relations and the Political Economy
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The London School of Economics and Political Science - Business, International Relations and the Political Economy
Navigate the challenges of globalisation and harness the business potential within a global economy.
Earn an official certificate of professional achievement fromThe London School of Economics and Political Science
In a world defined by globalisation, a rising populist sentiment, and sociopolitical uncertainty – a profound understanding of the global economy is increasingly important for any organisation to identify business opportunities and mitigate risks.
This online certificate course explores the various drivers of global change and the key events that have shaped the evolution of globalisation. Youll analyse global power shifts, foreign policy, conflict and instability, and the disruptive forces that have influenced the world economy. Youll learn to identify and maximise business opportunities, while navigating the challenges associated with globalisation. Youll not only cut to the core of international affairs, youll learn to interpret and plan for such changes and use them for your business advantage.
This course is certified by the United Kingdom CPD Certification Service, and may be applicable to individuals who are members of, or are associated with, UK-based professional bodies.
The course has an estimated 80 hours of learning.
Admission requirements
Is this course for you?
This course is designed to provide CEOs, managers, C-suite executives, finance and investment professionals, entrepreneurs, advisors, and policy makers with the tools to analyse and interpret the effects of global events on their organisations. Additionally, this course appeals to anyone involved in international business or trade who needs to think strategically about the impact of global events on trade and strategies. Its also valuable for anyone with a keen interest in current international relations, foreign policy, and the global economy.
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Course curriculum
Learn to analyse global events and shifts, and anticipate their effects on business as you follow your learning path through the weekly modules of this online certificate course.
Orientation Module
Welcome to Your Online Campus
Module 1
The evolution of globalisation
Module 2
Business, production, and investment in the global economy
Module 3
Global power shifts
Module 4
Governing the global economy
Module 5
Contesting globalisation
Module 6
Conflict and instability
Module 7
Responding to disruptive forces
Module 8
Corporate responses to a changing global environment
Program delivery
Duration:
- 8 weeks (excluding orientation)
- 7-10 hours per week
- Self-paced learning online
Tuition
Total Tuition Fee :£2100
Qualification
About the certificate
- Learn about international relations and business and earn an official certificate of competence from the London School of Economics and Political Science.
- Assessment is continuous and based on a series of practical assignments completed online. In order to be issued with a certificate, youll need to meet the requirements outlined in the course handbook. The handbook will be made available to you as soon as you begin the course.
- Your certificate will be issued in your legal name and couriered to you at no additional cost, upon successful completion of the course, as per stipulated requirements.
What will set you apart
On completion of this course, youll walk away with:
- Practical problem-solving techniques used by internationally respected LSE academics, to adapt and prepare your business strategy for the effects of global change.
- The ability to critically analyse global events from different perspectives in order to make strategic decisions.
- The skills to use your newfound understanding of globalisation to propose an investment strategy for an organisation that wants to expand internationally.
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