The London School of Economics and Political Science

Business, International Relations and the Political Economy

Successfully tackle the obstacles posed by globalisation and leverage the business opportunities presented by a worldwide marketplace.

Start date

19 February 2025

Price

$2,926 USD

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Course duration

8 weeks

Excluding orientation

Language

English

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Effort

7–10 hours per week

Self-paced learning online

ABOUT THIS COURSE

Course overview

$13.8 billion

The amount of trade being redirected as a result of the trade war between the United States and China.

LSE US Centre (Jul, 2019).

$3.4 trillion

The estimated amount to be created from the continental free-trade zone launched by African leaders.

Reuters (Jul, 2019).

Duration: 8 weeks (excluding orientation)

In today's era of globalisation, widespread populist sentiment, and social and political ambiguity, having a thorough comprehension of the global economy is becoming increasingly critical for organisations to discover business openings and minimise risks.

This comprehensive online certificate course delves into the various factors that drive global change and the significant events that have influenced the development of globalisation. On it, you will examine power dynamics on a global scale, foreign policies, conflict and unrest, as well as the disruptive forces that have impacted the global economy. Through this course, you will learn to identify and capitalise on business opportunities while navigating the challenges that come with globalisation. You will also gain a fundamental understanding of international relations, and learn to interpret and strategise for these changes to give your business a competitive edge.

Is this course for you?

This programme aims to equip high-level decision makers such as CEOs, C-suite executives, managers, finance and investment professionals, entrepreneurs, advisors, and policymakers with the skills needed to analyse and make sense of the impact of worldwide events on their businesses. Furthermore, the course applies to individuals involved in international trade or commerce that need to develop strategic thinking about the effects of global occurrences on trade and other strategies. It may also benefit those deeply interested in contemporary international relations, foreign policy, and the global economy.

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.

Note: should you wish to claim CPD activity, the onus is upon you. The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) and GetSmarter accept no responsibility, and cannot be held responsible, for the claiming or validation of hours or points

Course overview

Duration: 8 weeks (excluding orientation)

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.

What will set you apart

On completion of this course, you’ll 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.

Unlimited access to 2U’s Career Engagement Network, offering you exclusive resources and events to support your professional journey and drive your career forward.

Course curriculum

Develop the skill of examining global events and changes, and predicting their impacts on business while progressing through the weekly modules of this online certification 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

Governing the global system

Module 4

Global power shifts

Module 5

Contesting globalisation

Module 6

Conflict and instability

Module 7

Responding to disruptive forces

Module 8

Corporate responses to a changing global environment

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What past students
think

Lee Knight

Chief Marine Underwriter, Sompo International

This LSE short course is outstanding value for money. The quality and quantity of knowledge (and the questions asked) within this course is equal to that of a Master’s course. I recommend this course to anyone who wants to be challenged and in turn be critical in their analysis throughout the course through their engagement with the material. There is plenty to read and synthesize. The course leads and forces you to think and apply analytically the areas and topics addressed.

Course Convenor

The design of this online certificate course is guided by LSE faculty, as well as industry experts, who will share their experience and in-depth knowledge with you throughout the course. View the prospectus to see all the industry thought leaders featured on this course.

Dr Victoria Paniagua

Assistant Professor in International Political Economy, Department of International Relations, LSE

Dr Christine Côté

Associate Professor (Education) and Academic Director CEMS Masters in International Management, Department of Management, LSE

About the certificate

Acquire knowledge pertaining to both 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 digital certificate, you’ll 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 digital certificate will be issued in your legal name and sent to you upon successful completion of the course, as per the stipulated requirements.

LSE Business, International Relations and the Political Economy online certificate course certificate

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