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Summer Virtual Certificate Program with the London School of Economics

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What's Included

Now, the London School of Economics is offering exclusive presentations of its online certificate courses for summer students! These short, highly interactive courses allow students to gain access to the insights and expertise of LSE subject experts and thought leaders, as they would on campus, in addition to hearing from industry pioneers through video lectures. Students will engage with real-world case studies and issues, and upon successful completion of the course, earn a certificate from LSE.

On this program, students will have the opportunity to:

  • Choose from a diverse selection of courses developed by LSE’s world-class faculty
  • Gain work-place ready knowledge and skills which will help them stand out from the crowd
  • Learn alongside and meet a global cohort of students also participating in LSE certificate courses online this summer
  • Engage in API’s innovative and user-friendly learning platform
  • Join a keynote speaker series and engage with participants across API virtual programs
  • Earn digital badges that demonstrate cultural knowledge and the skills employers value to display on LinkedIn, e-portfolios, or other online platforms
  • Participate in immersive virtual learning and rich cultural experiences led by our Resident Directors abroad including online cooking classes, museum tours, and more!

Participants can also bring their virtual experience to life by traveling to London and Paris in January 2021 for a 7-day guided experience with API! Option provided at an additional cost.

What's Included?

Highlights

Pre Departure Services

Advising

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Orientation Materials and Resources

API Digital Badge Program

Community-Building Activities

On Site Services

Tuition for Virtual Classwork

Optional international excursion - including airport reception, housing, medical and life insurance, and social and cultural activities

API Digital Badge Program

Guided Activities for Professional Skill-Building

Virtual Cultural Activities like Guided Tours, Museum Visits, Cooking Lessons, and more!

Keynote speaker series on a variety of topics

Re-Entry Services

Post-Program Evaluation

Alumni Network and API Ambassador Program

Career Readiness Materials and Support, Including How To Reflect This Experience on a Resume and Job Interviews

API Digital Badge Program

Application Requirements

  • Open to all academic levels, provided that students meet any prerequisites listed for their desired course
  • Completed API application
  • University Approval Form
  • Official Transcript
  • Entry Requirement: valid passport (if participating in the international excursion)
Dates & Fees
Session Program Dates Program Cost Application Deadline Payment Deadline
Summer May, 2020 - Sep, 2020

Pricing Additional Information

MBA Essentials certificate course will be an additional $2,000.

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LSE’s online certificate courses are available at various start dates from May to September, 2020. The length of each course varies from 6 to 10 weeks. Specific dates and deadlines for each course are detailed below. If participating in the optional January 2021 excursion, students will be charged an additional fee of $2150.

Excursions

Program participants will have the opportunity to culminate their virtual learning experience over the summer with an optional 7-day excursion to London, including a day trip to Paris, in January or March 2021! Students will visit the important historical and cultural sites, and participate in various tours, visits, and opportunities to experience the local culture firsthand. Minimum enrollment is required.

What’s Included:

- Airport reception
- API safety orientation
- Housing
- API welcome dinner and several group meals (some meals on own)
- Medical and life insurance
- In-country transportation
- Entrance fees
- Social and cultural activities

Summer

The week will include a guided tour of central London, including Trafalgar Square, Downing Street, and a flight on the London Eye. Students will also participate in activities designed specifically to expose students to local culture and history, such as a trip to the Bank of England museum, a tour of British Parliament, as well as the opportunity to participate in a guest lecture on the LSE campus! In addition, students will dive into the local culture with tours of Westminster Abbey and St. Paul’s Cathedral, a West End Theatre show, and more. The week also includes a day trip to Paris by train for students to explore the City of Lights! Several group meals are included throughout the week to connect and reflect on each day, and of course the week would not be complete without some fish & chips!

January dates: Early-Mid January, 2021

March dates: Early-Mid March, 2021

Price: $2,150

Program Details

What You’ll Study

Each course requires a time commitment of 6-12 hours per week. All courses are primarily asynchronous however there is a synchronous aspect with discussion forums in which students are expected to interact. This approach allows students to participate from anywhere in the world, at their convenience, and still connect with peers using a highly supportive and interactive learning platform. Students will also have access to technical and academic support around the clock.

TRANSCRIPTS

LSE’s certificate courses are not for credit. Participants who successfully finish a course by completing 50% or more will receive a certificate of completion. A letter listing their overall completion percentage, as well as percentage scores for each of the modules within a course, is also available upon request.

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    Carolyn Lutes

    Carolyn Lutes will be your Program Manager and help prepare you to go abroad!

    Email: carolyn.lutes@apiabroad.com

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    Heather Lees

    Heather Lees will be your Resident Director in London and a resource for you on-site.

Courses

All courses begin with a one week orientation period prior to the first module being released. Modules are released on a weekly basis for the following 6-10 weeks, depending on the course.

Students should verify that they meet the recommended prerequisites for a given certificate course. Full certificate course prospectuses are available upon request. Program dates and application deadlines can be found within each course listed below.

MBA Essentials Certificate Program

MBA Essentials (10 weeks) — 2 sessions available:

Summer 1 - Starting May 27, 2020
Application Deadline: May 10
Payment Deadline: May 15

Summer 2 - Starting August 5, 2020
Application Deadline: June 15
Payment Deadline: July 1

There are no formal prerequisites for this course. However, basic business acumen and numerical proficiency is recommended. This course is offered from LSE's Department of Management and Department of Accounting. Please note this course requires an additional fee of $2,000.

Data Analysis for Management Certificate Program

Data Analysis for Management (8 weeks)

Develop the skills you need to analyze, interpret, and communicate data with confidence and make an impact in any organization. 2 sessions available:

Summer 1 - Starting June 3, 2020
Application Deadline: May 10
Payment Deadline: May 25

Summer 2 - Starting August 12, 2020
Application Deadline: June 15
Payment Deadline: July 1

There are no formal prerequisites for this course, but some numerical literacy is advantageous, as well as basic working knowledge of Microsoft Excel. This course is offered from LSE's Department of Statistics.

Machine Learning: Practical Applications Certificate Program

Machine Learning: Practical Applications (8 weeks)

Explore machine learning techniques for informed business decision-making. 2 sessions available:

Summer 1 - Starting May 20, 2020
Application Deadline: May 1
Payment Deadline: May 10

Summer 2 - Starting September 2, 2020
Application Deadline: July 15
Payment Deadline: July 30

This course is technical in nature. It makes use of coding in R and covers the application of machine learning in business. Some algebraic and calculus knowledge is strongly advised, but is not required. Tertiary level statistics and knowledge of a functional or object oriented language is advantageous. HTML is not considered a programming language in this context. No specific software is required for this online certificate course. This course is offered from LSE's Department of Statistics.

Managerial Finance Certificate Program

Managerial Finances (6 weeks)

Develop an understanding of the crucial frameworks and tools of modern corporate finance that drive managerial and investment decisions. 2 sessions available:

Summer 1 - Starting June 3, 2020
Application Deadline: May 10
Payment Deadline: May 25

Summer 2 - Starting August 5, 2020
Application Deadline: June 15
Payment Deadline: July 1

There are no formal prerequisites for this Managerial Finance online certificate course, however business acumen and numerical proficiency are highly recommended. Microsoft Excel is also required. This course is offered from LSE's Department of Finance.

Real Estate Economics and Finance Certificate Program

Real Estate Economics and Finance (8 weeks)

Gain the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to make effective real estate investment decisions.

Summer - Starting July 8, 2020
Application Deadline: May 15
Payment Deadline: June 1

There are no prerequisites for this course. This course is offered by LSE's Department of Geography and the Environment.

Cryptocurrency and Disruption Certificate Program

Cryptocurrency and Disruption (6 weeks)

Understand the theory and technology behind cryptocurrencies, how people invest in them and the future implications for business. 2 sessions available:

Summer 1 - Starting June 10, 2020
Application Deadline: May 10
Payment Deadline: May 25

Summer 2 - Starting August 26, 2020
Application Deadline: July 1
Payment Deadline: July 15

There are no prerequisites for this course. This course is offered by LSE's Department of Management.

Service Automation: Technologies and Implementation Certificate Program

Service Automation: Technologies and Implementation (6 weeks)

Learn to deploy and manage key service automation technologies, ethically and effectively, for enhanced productivity, profitability, and customer satisfaction.

Summer - Starting June 29, 2020
Application Deadline: June 1
Payment Deadline: June 15

There are no prerequisites for this course. This course is offered by LSE's Department of Management.

Negotiation Program Certificate Program

Negotiation Program (6 weeks)

Maximize your negotiation skills for business and career success in this six-week online course. 2 sessions available:

Summer 1 - Starting May 27, 2020
Application Deadline: May 10
Payment Deadline: May 15

Summer 2 - Starting August 26, 2020
Application Deadline: July 1
Payment Deadline: July 15

*This course involves a live negotiation session.

There are no prerequisites for this course. This course is offered by LSE's Department of Management.

Business, International Relations and the Political Economy Certificate Program

Business, International Relations and the Political Economy (8 weeks)

Learn to maximize opportunities and mitigate risk stemming from global events with expert commentary and insights from LSE thought-leaders.

Summer - Starting July 29, 2020
Application Deadline: June 1
Payment Deadline: June 15

There are no prerequisites for this course. This course is offered by LSE's Department of Management and Department of International Relations.

Public Policy Analysis Certificate Program

Public Policy Analysis (10 weeks)

Gain practical skills and analytical frameworks for analyzing, evaluating, and communicating public policy.

Summer - Starting July 29, 2020
Application Deadline: June 1
Payment Deadline: June 15

There are no prerequisites for this course. This course is offered by LSE's School of Public Policy.

Law and Policy of Data Driven Decision Making Certificate Program

Law and Policy of Data Driven Decision Making (6 weeks)

Summer - Starting August 5, 2020
Application Deadline: June 15
Payment Deadline: July 1

There are no prerequisites for this course. This course is offered by LSE's Department of Law.

Risk, Compliance and Regulation Certificate Program

Risk, Compliance and Regulation (6 weeks)

Summer - Starting August 12, 2020
Application Deadline: June 15
Payment Deadline: July 1

There are no prerequisites for this course. This course is offered by LSE's Department of Law.