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LONDON SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS SUMMER PROGRAM

Duration3 weeks
LanguageEnglish
LocationLondon School of Economics
IntakeJuly 7–27, 2024
APPLICATION FEE & COSTS€5,000*
Duration3 weeks
LanguageEnglish
LocationLondon School of Economics
IntakeJuly 7–27, 2024
APPLICATION FEE & COSTS€5,000*
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IE UNIVERSITY AND LSE CUSTOMIZED SUMMER PROGRAM

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.

THE PROGRAM

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.

THREE-WEEK PROGRAM

with faculty & extracurricular events hosted by LSE or IE University.

ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE

July 7–July 27, 2024

COURSE DATES

Monday, July 8–Friday, July 26, 2024

THE courses

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.

POWER SHIFT: THE WEST, THE BRICS AND THE CRISIS OF THE LIBERAL INTERNATIONAL ORDER?

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. 

POWER SHIFT SYLLABUS

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?

RELEVANT DETAILS

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.

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Prerequisites

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.

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Assessment

The course is assessed through one essay (50%) and one final examination (50%).

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Formative coursework

Essay-planning exercise (in class, in week one; unassessed).

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Course Outcomes

  • Understand the changing distribution of power and the evolution of key great powers across the 20th and 21st century.
  • Critically engage the relevant literature and debates on power shift and the rise and decline of great powers.
  • Analyze the causes and consequences of power shifts in international relations.
  • Produce written analyses on questions related to power shifts in international relations.

MANAGEMENT AND ECONOMICS OF DIGITAL INNOVATION

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.

MANAGEMENT AND ECONOMICS OF DIGITAL INNOVATION syllabus

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.

RELEVANT DETAILS

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.

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Prerequisites

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.

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Assessment

The assessment will consist of an essay (40%) and a two-hour exam (60%).

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Course Outcomes

  • Understand what digital innovation is and how it shapes the contemporary economy.
  • Learn the fundamental theories, framework, and strategies of management and economics that underpin digital innovations and business evolution.
  • Understand how leading cases of digital innovations generate value and their associated challenges.
  • Recognize the complexity of factors that shape digital innovations business models.

IMPORTANT information

PROGRAM FEE: €5,000

 Your Program fee includes:

  • Accommodation and breakfast for 21 days at LSE Student Residences.
  • Course taught by LSE Faculty, Spark Professional Skills Program, IE University company site visits.
  • Extracurricular activities organized by LSE and IE University.
  • LSE and IE University certificate upon completion.
  • Students are responsible for their travel fees, including flights and transportation to and from to and from the student accommodation in London.

STUDENT PROFILE

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:

  • GPA (A minimum weighted GPA of 6.00/10.00 is required).
  • Level of English.

*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.

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DEADLINE TO APPLY

March 13, 2024

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RESPONSE FROM PROGRAM

March 15, 2024

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DEADLINE TO PAY €500 DEPOSIT

March 19, 2024

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DEADLINE TO PAY REMAINING BALANCE IN FULL

April 2, 2024

SOCIAL PROGRAM

The LSE Summer Program features a variety of social events to help students discover London and grow their global network.

These include:

West End theater trips

Thames river cruise

Keynote lecture series

London walking tours

Oxford, Cambridge and Windsor tours

Afternoon tea and pub quiz

Summer School Leaving Party

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS PROGRAM

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Entrepreneurship

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.

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