This summer study at London School of Economics and Political Science through our IE University and LSE Summer Program. LSE is London’s top university and is ranked 5th in the world for social sciences and management studies. This summer program between IE University and LSE offers current IE University undergraduate students the opportunity to enroll in a three-week summer program at LSE Campus in the heart of London, UK.
Classes will run during the morning. After a lunch break, students will have specialized seminar sessions with LSE faculty to allow extra time to dive into the material.
In the evenings, students are free to enjoy life at the LSE campus in the heart of London or to join one of the extracurricular activities hosted by IE University or LSE.
with faculty & extracurricular events hosted by LSE or IE University.
July 7–July 27, 2024
Monday, July 8–Friday, July 26, 2024
The courses are based on existing LSE modules and delivered by LSE Faculty. Upon completion of the course, students will receive two certificates: one from IE University and one from LSE. Both courses are equivalent to 7.5 ECTS.
Students can study one of the two courses below, which have 54 hours of teaching time each.
At the beginning of the 21st century, the world stood on the cusp of what most experts assumed would be a golden age of international peace and prosperity.
But the crises of the following 23 years—including financial crises, climate change, the rise of populism, more assertive powers in Russia and China—have altered the balance of power. Pundits even began to talk of a new world disorder in the making.
But how have all these major changes come about? What has been their impact on international affairs? Is the West in decline and are we heading toward a new world order?
This course is delivered via a combination of daily lectures and classes. The lectures will be delivered by Prof Michal Cox, Dr Luca Tardelli and Dr Rohan Mukherjee. In class, students will then discuss the weekly topics by critically engaging the assigned questions and readings. Classes will provide the opportunity to refine relevant analytical, presentation, and team working skills. Finally, there will be a revision day in the third week of the course.
At least one introductory course in either social science (e.g. political science, international relations, sociology, economics), history, law or any other cognate subject in the Arts or Humanities.
The course is assessed through one essay (50%) and one final examination (50%).
Essay-planning exercise (in class, in week one; unassessed).
Digital innovations transform the ways in which companies and individuals create and share information, offer innovative value creation propositions, define new economic patterns, and make possible unique business models.
Analyzing the core managerial and economic strategies underpinning the success of the most recent digital innovation such as platforms and ecosystems; artificial intelligence algorithms; blockchain technologies and gamification, the course provides unique resources to understand how digital innovations change the economic dynamics of the contemporary economy and e-business practices.
This is a management course and not a technical course; it’s mainly focused on the effective application of digital innovations in business. Students will gain a good understanding of how successful companies are taking advantage of digital innovations, as well as an understanding of the main challenges and risks associated with digital innovation models and strategies.
The course is taught by faculty of the LSE Department of Management, under the leadership of Dr Antonio Cordella. It consists of 36 hours of lectures and 18 hours of classes. You should expect the course (lectures as well as classes) to be interactive, so come prepared to participate.
A university level introductory course in management, economics, business studies, marketing, information systems or computer science. Students would benefit from some knowledge of elementary business and information technology.
The assessment will consist of an essay (40%) and a two-hour exam (60%).
Your Program fee includes:
IE University seeks students with intellectual curiosity, willingness to engage with others in an academic and social environment, and a standard of behavior in line with the expectations of both institutions. To apply for the program, students must complete the application form, which includes a statement of intent. IE University will consider the student’s:
*This is a highly competitive program with a limited capacity. We encourage you to apply as early as possible. Please contact: GlobalAcademicPartnerships@ie.edu if you have any questions about the program.
March 13, 2024
March 15, 2024
March 19, 2024
April 2, 2024
The LSE Summer Program features a variety of social events to help students discover London and grow their global network.
These include:
Having entrepreneurial skills isn’t just a requisite for starting up a business. Students can discover the skills and techniques to ideate, pitch and launch their own startup ideas.