Expand your thinking. Increase your choices. Fast-track your career.

Masters in Management

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“Choosing the MiM programme has been the best decision of my life: the international network, the professional development and the fun we had here are unique features of London Business School.”Peter Holman (Hungarian) MiM2011 Destination post-programme: SOLON Management Consulting

In today’s continuously changing business landscape, graduates are finding it increasingly difficult to differentiate themselves. You may have the potential to excel, but how do you compete without the necessary business skills? London Business School’s Masters in Management is a unique experience that will last a lifetime and get you noticed. Invest in yourself with a degree from one of the world’s top business schools.

Invest in yourself with a degree from one of the world’s top business schools

Your journey will be intensive. Expect to be pushed to perform to your highest potential from day one, studying with individuals whose high intellectual ability, enthusiasm and passion match your own. By the end of the programme, you will be equipped with the practical skills, academic knowledge, business acumen and flexibility needed to perform confidently in any business career.

The Masters in Management programme adopts a distinctive applied teaching philosophy. It provides you with a thorough grounding in business fundamentals and covers core topics such as market analysis, the global macroeconomy and financial accounting. You learn from world-class faculty, all of whom combine groundbreaking research and extensive classroom experience with real-world knowledge gained through advising governments and businesses. Our close relationship with the business community also provokes relevant programme updates like our new Entrepreneurial Management module and International Field Trip.

Classes are highly interactive and throughout the programme you are challenged and stimulated by high-calibre classmates across study groups, case discussions and simulations in lectures and seminars. Learning alongside peers from more than 38 countries is, in itself, a masterclass in diversity, and one that prepares you to engage in today’s global market with a set of lifelong friends.

During your Masters in Management journey, our Career Services team support you in discovering your strengths, making sure you have the job search skills to maximise your potential upon graduation. And, with leading companies regularly presenting on campus, our students continue to secure a broad range of positions within high-performing enterprises.

Studying in London Business School’s eclectic, close-knit community presents an unparalleled global networking opportunity. Whether receiving mentoring from an MBA student, joining a professional club or interacting with our 34,000-strong global alumni network, you build enviable contacts while living in one of the world’s greatest cities.

We’re looking for candidates with dynamism, drive and leadership potential. So regardless of whether your current specialism is languages or law, if you are set on making a difference in the world of business, we want to hear from you.

Julia MarshExecutive DirectorMasters in Management

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London Business School is a leader in the field of business education and is one of the top-ranked business schools in the world. Our central London campus, extensive range of student and alumni clubs, and superb faculty all combine to complement and enrich your Masters in Management experience.

Your Masters in Management experience

Learn from world-class faculty

Our world-renowned faculty come from more than 30 countries and produce highly respected, ground-breaking research, with many also consulting for financial institutions, corporations and government agencies. This experience, combined with our proximity to the City of London, means they remain closely in step with current business developments, forming valuable insights to pass on to you in the classroom.

For the latest faculty insights, please visit: www.london.edu/bsr/

Gain insights from our international community

London Business School stands out in the global market for its famously international and multicultural profile. Our faculty, students and executive participants hail from more than 130 countries, creating a stimulating and dynamic classroom experience.

Masters in Management students also have the opportunity to participate in the MiM-MBA Mentorship Programme. This scheme matches you with a current MBA student based on industry or geographical preference, and is a great way to expand your network and gain valuable career advice in preparation for future roles.

Create opportunities for yourself

Student clubs offer some of the most memorable, interesting and enjoyable aspects of your student experience, so we encourage you to get involved early on. Covering professional interest areas, cultural and social activities and popular sports, there are clubs for everything from industry to art, finance to snowsports, and sailing to regional clubs such as the French, Asia and Africa clubs.

Whether you participate in events or become an official representative, clubs provide you with the opportunity to form new friendships and network with other students and alumni. Take advantage of case studies, workshops, speaker events and trips, and get involved in activities such as:

n Learning how to crack a case with the Consulting Club

n Playing tournaments abroad with the Rugby Club

n Joining the Healthcare Club trek to Switzerland

n Organising the annual Media Summit

n Sitting on the Student Association Executive Committee

n Joining the Summer Ball and Yearbook Committee

n Attending exclusive networking events with the Energy Club.

For more information about the student clubs, please visit: www.london.edu/sa/

Make the most of London

The Masters in Management offers you the chance to study in London, a global hub of finance and business. Our location in the heart of this major capital city gives you superb access to recruiters from international banks, top consulting firms and major industry players who regularly visit campus. London also provides you with excellent transport links to continental Europe.

In addition to its outstanding business credentials, London is a wonderful city to live in. A great cosmopolitan centre, there is no better place to enjoy world-class theatre, operas, museums and galleries, as well as a wide range of entertainment and sporting events. Life among its rich cultural and social diversity is hugely rewarding.

“The network that London Business School provides is just amazing. You can find almost any target company through the student directory and you will be inspired and amazed by these intelligent people and their genuine willingness to share and help. I only wish I had talked to more of the LBS community!”Qin Su (Chinese) MiM2011 Destination post-programme: Deloitte

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London Business School’s Masters in Management programme is for high performers who have the capacity and desire to forge a successful career in business, whether your aspirations are to join a top global company or a leading entrepreneurial venture.

Your future class

Who is the programme for?

As a recent graduate, you have less than one year of relevant, full-time postgraduate work experience – although you may have undertaken a number of internships whilst studying. Your undergraduate degree can be from any study discipline; our current class includes, amongst others, graduates from engineering, languages, mathematics, history and economics.

You may also have excelled in non-academic areas such as sports or the arts, or shown your leadership potential in community activities.

You are a dynamic individual who thrives on putting new ideas into practice. Open to learning about new ways of doing things, you enjoy collaborating with a diverse and challenging peer group and are happy to share your own experiences. You have your sights firmly set on a business career and are keen to explore the opportunities that the Masters in Management can make available to you.

Undergraduate study discipline

*Profile based on the class of 2012 as of September 2011

“I learned a great deal about my fellow students’ various cultures and also developed friendships and networks that really do span the globe.”Aaron Zhou (Canadian / Australian) MiM2011 Destination post-programme: PricewaterhouseCoopers

Marketing / Media / Tourism 4%

Liberal Arts 6%

Accounting / Finance 10%

Mathematics / Sciences 12% Economics 15%

Engineering / IT 14%

Social Sciences 6%

Law / Politics / International Relations 3%

Management / Business 30%

Americas 11%

UK 11%

South Asia 13%

Eastern Asia 9%

Europe (excluding UK) 52%

Africa / Middle East 4%

Marketing / Media / Tourism 4%

Liberal Arts 6%

Accounting / Finance 10%

Mathematics / Sciences 12% Economics 15%

Engineering / IT 14%

Social Sciences 6%

Law / Politics / International Relations 3%

Management / Business 30%

Americas 11%

UK 11%

South Asia 13%

Eastern Asia 9%

Europe (excluding UK) 52%

Africa / Middle East 4%

Nationality of students

Class profile*

Class size: 144

Average age: 22.5

Nationalities: 38

Female class percentage: 33%

Average GMAT score: 685

“At London Business School, I finally found the kind of stimulating environment I had been looking for. Rubbing shoulders with exceptional students from around the world made me redefine my career ambitions and helped me to land the job of my dreams.”Sebastiaan De Boe (Belgian) MiM2011 Destination post-programme: Blackstone

The Masters in Management is driven by a philosophy of integrated and practical learning, which is reflected in our teaching methods.

Your programme structure

TERM 1Financial AccountingProvides an understanding of the financial reporting process, with particular emphasis on compiling and interpreting financial statements.Management Analysis and SystemsThis course is your introduction to the five topics essential to effective management of enterprises: information management and business modelling, optimisation models, managerial statistics, decision analysis, and simulation modelling and analysis.Leadership in OrganisationsEnhance your personal and leadership skills. Focus on the social science of organisations and learn how to manage your career and company successfully. Personal Development ProgrammeIn addition to academic content, the Masters in Management transforms how you see yourself as a young professional. Delivered across all three terms, these workshops focus on developing the essential skills needed in the workplace, including business communication, presentations, Microsoft Office programmes, networking and creative thinking.

TERM 2The Global Macroeconomy This course explores the fundamental concepts of macroeconomics for open economies. You focus on current world economic issues and the practical implications of real world data, and undertake your own data analysis.FinanceDeveloping a framework for financial decision making provides a solid grounding in the principles and practice of financial management. Emphasising a technical approach, topics covered include fixed income, options, forwards and futures, stock return statistics, portfolio theory, capital asset pricing model, project appraisal methods and effective investment decisions, leverage and value, the opportunity cost of capital and valuing companies.Market Analysis and Planning Learn the practical tools required for entry-level marketing, consulting and analyst positions. Perform customer analysis through simulation, and integrate your insights into a marketing plan.Business Immersion WeekBroaden your business experience through company visits where speakers explore a range of issues such as company culture, leadership challenges, economic influences and their relationships to the broader business community.

TERM 3Applied MicroeconomicsAnalysing real world problems, this course explores the basic concepts of microeconomics for use in business settings, including supply and demand, fixed cost, marginal cost, average cost, opportunity cost, profit maximisation, expected utility, incentives and game theory.Strategic AnalysisThis course focuses primarily on technical strategic analysis. Undertake an in-depth analysis of an industry structure, learn the pros and cons of different strategic positions and make a diagnosis of the sources of competitive advantage. Introduction to Management AccountingWhile management accounting concepts are typically used by more senior managers in companies, this shorter course provides you with a flavour of management accounting to aid your future development and assist you when interviewing for jobs.Entrepreneurial ManagementIdentify and pursue opportunities upon which entrepreneurial ventures may be built. This new course brings together all the knowledge you have gained on the programme by showcasing a venture or product developed in the classroom at a trade show.International Field TripNetwork with peers and faculty from another major European business school, engage with local business leaders, broaden your cultural experiences, build your business knowledge of a particular market, and deepen your classroom learning.

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London Business School has an international reputation for its world-class faculty, hailing from more than 130 countries. Our faculty are at the forefront of global business research and teaching, with business and government leaders, professionals and the media turning to them for the latest business thinking.

Your faculty

Faculty delivery is designed to initiate debate and is based on cutting-edge research; as a result, you will begin to apply academic knowledge through real-life examples, simulations and case studies, and obtain a range of practical skills required for business success.

Faculty teaching on the Masters in Management programme include:

Derek Bunn, Professor of Decision Sciences

Alexander Gorbenko, Assistant Professor of Finance

Bruce Hardie, Professor of Marketing

Ena Inesi, Assistant Professor of Organisational Behaviour

Hélène Rey, Professor of Economics

Lourdes Sosa, Assistant Professor of Strategic and International Management

Irem Tuna, Associate Professor of Accounting

To find out more about the London Business School faculty and read faculty profiles, please visit: www.london.edu/faculty/

“The teaching style here is extremely interactive. Our lecturers use everything from computer software to role-play to get the point across – there’s never a dull moment.”Mostafa Allam (Egyptian)MiM2011Destination post-programme: Booz & Company

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Our comprehensive Career Services support provides you with the tools to get yourself noticed where it matters. Last year, 95% of our Masters in Management students secured employment within three months of graduating.

Your career path

With a London Business School degree on your CV, you already have a distinct competitive advantage over your peers. We are an internationally recognised brand, and our position in London at the heart of the business world gives you immediate access to a wide variety of global recruiters. The Masters in Management has a strong career focus and a dedicated Career Services team to enhance your employment prospects.

Career Skills programme

Careful attention to recruiter feedback means we offer a comprehensive and tailored Career Skills Programme. This starts prior to your arrival on campus. Following our online modules and preparing your CV in advance prepares you for the fast-paced recruitment process.

Once at the School, specific modules focus on the individual career skills you need to stand out in a competitive market. These include everything from writing a winning CV and cover letter, to mastering interviews and standing out at assessment centres. Delivery is tailored to suit different learning styles and is also highly practical, with e-learning modules, workshops and group activities that help you make the most of your recruitment opportunities. In addition, your dedicated Masters in Management Career Services team, together with sector specialists, will be on hand to provide a personalised approach.

Recruiters have high expectations from London Business School candidates. You will need to work hard to ensure you meet their requirements, and preparing thoroughly before you arrive at the School will give you a distinct advantage in the marketplace. Many of our students have already completed internships within the sector they desire to work in, demonstrating to recruiters their passion for a specific sector while accruing first-hand industry experience. A proactive

approach will demonstrate to employers your skill, passion and drive to join their industry, and ensure that you stand out from other graduates.

Additionally, throughout your Career Skills Programme you will be continually researching the sectors and roles that you are interested in. Keeping abreast of what is occurring in the marketplace is essential in order for you to relate your academics to the roles you are applying for.

Initiatives such as Career Week, on-campus presentations, networking events and student club activities also expose you to a wide range of industries and roles. These events help you build relationships with employers, and understanding the specifics of various roles means you can tailor your research, applications and interview preparation. Our MiM2010 survey revealed that 72% of postgraduate opportunities were sourced through the School community.

Major recruiters of Masters in Management graduates include:

AccentureAppleBain & CompanyBarclays CapitalBlackRockBooz & Co.The Boston Consulting GroupCitiCredit SuisseDeutsche Bankdunnhumby

Ernst & YoungGoldman SachsGoogleHoulihan LokeyHSBCKPMGLondon Stock ExchangeMcKinsey & CompanyMorgan StanleyNomuraOliver Wyman

Parthenon RothschildRoyal Dutch ShellSOLONSonyUBSUnilever

“I found the capacity of Career Services to work with each and every student individually to be of immense value in the application process.”Richard Whitfield (British)MiM2011Destination post-programme: UBS

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Your journey begins here

Learn more in person

We host regular information events on our London campus and attend recruitment fairs across the globe.

For the most up-to-date information, please visit: www.london.edu/mim/events/

Learn more online

Interested in what’s going on in the Masters in Management? You can follow our students online:

Twitter: twitter.com/LBSMiMFacebook: www.facebook.com/LBSMIMStudent blog: www.london.edu/blog/

Speak with a student

To gain first-hand insight into life on the Masters in Management or to ask a question relating to a specific aspect of the programme, you may wish to contact one of our Student Ambassadors. They are happy to answer any queries you have on the application process, the GMAT, life at London Business School or anything else relating to the programme.

To contact one of our Student Ambassadors, please visit: www.london.edu/mim/ambassadors

Speak with our team

Speak with our Recruitment and Admissions Team to find out more about the programme and application process:

Email: mim@london.eduTelephone: +44 (0)20 7000 7573

Financing your Masters in Management

The Masters in Management is a substantial financial investment, so we advise you to research your funding options as early as possible. London Business School has a limited number of scholarships available for Masters in Management students to help offset fees. Additionally, our website provides information on a number of external and country-specific loans and scholarships. We also recommend that you investigate all possibilities in your country of origin.

To find out more about fees and financing, please visit: www.london.edu/mim/fees/

The application process

Places on the programme are limited and early application is advisable.

Step 1 Apply online

All applications to London Business School’s degree programmes are completed online. In order to apply for the Masters in Management, you will need to supply the following:

n Completed application form

n Essay questions

n CV

n Undergraduate degree equivalent to a UK 2:1 or above (or expected grades if your degree is not yet completed)

n GMAT (range of 600-800)

n IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge CPE or PTE academic score if you have not been taught in English or it is not your native language

n Two references (academic or professional)

To start your application, please visit www.london.edu/mim/

Step 2 Interview

If selected, you will be interviewed by a member of the Admissions Committee, or by an alumnus/alumna of London Business School. The interview is predominantly competency based and will take approximately 60 minutes.

Step 3 Final decision

The Admissions Committee review your application in full, make a final decision and notify you of the result.

All admissions decisions are taken in accordance with best equal opportunities practice.

We are looking for talented recent graduates with the motivation and desire to build a strong foundation for a successful career in business.

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Masters in Management12 months / Full-time / London

For recent graduates with less than one year of full-time postgraduate work experience.

MBA15 - 21 months / Full-time / London

For individuals who are looking to make a vertical shift in their career path, change industry or job function, or develop an entrepreneurial toolkit.

Masters in Finance10 or 22 months / Full-time or weekend / London

For individuals wishing to advance their career or change their area within finance.

Executive MBA20 months / Study while working full-time / London or Dubai

Designed for those who want to accelerate their career into general management or move beyond their technical or functional specialism.

EMBA-Global (Americas and Europe or Asia)20 months / Study while working full-time / London, New York and Hong Kong

For dynamic, mid-career managers and professionals who are highly ambitious and have, or aspire to have, transnational responsibilities.

PhDFour years / Full-time / LondonThis PhD programme gives you access to world-class teaching and faculty at the forefront of cutting-edge research. If your ambition is to excel in academia, a PhD at London Business School is the ideal first step.

Sloan Masters in Leadership and Strategy 12 months / Full-time / London

Designed to prepare experienced senior managers for their next career challenge.

Executive EducationOur Executive Education portfolio comprises both open enrolment and company-specific programmes. Open programmes range from two days to four weeks in length and span general management, finance, HR, leadership, strategic marketing and strategy.

Other programmes available at London Business School

Course details and other information provided in this brochure are correct at time of going to print. London Business School reserves the right to make changes at any time.

Find out more For more information on our programmes and advice on the best solution for your professional development, visit www.london.edu/programmes/ or contact:

Masters Programmes Telephone: +44 (0)20 7000 7500 Email: masters@london.edu

Executive Education Telephone: +44 (0)20 7000 7390 Email: execinfo@london.edu

Recent graduateDuration / Format / Primary study location

Early career Mid-career

Senior manager

We offer a wide portfolio of world-class Masters and Executive Education programmes to suit your development needs at each stage of your career.

PhD Programme Telephone: +44 (0)20 7000 8969 Email: PhD-Info@london.edu

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