Programme description
What you can expect to study
- Understand how organisations operate and compete.
- Use evidence to make strategic and operational decisions.
- Develop leadership, teamwork and professional communication.
London School of Economics and Political Science · London
MSc Management and Strategy
Combines economics-based strategy with management theory to analyse how firms compete and organise. Suits graduates with some economics or quantitative training aiming at consulting or strategy roles.
Career direction
Where it may lead
Possible career directions include:
- Business analyst
- Operations manager
- Management consultant
- Business development professional
Career outcomes depend on experience, professional registration where applicable and the modules completed. We can help you compare the exact curriculum before you apply.
Entry requirements
Can I apply?
- Academic
- 2:1 honours degree or equivalent in social science with at least two years of economics, or in engineering/related field
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Four-year bachelor's (special/honours or professional) degree with Second Class Upper (2:1), or GPA 3.3/4.0 where only a GPA is given
- English (IELTS)
- 7.0 overall, 6.5 in each component (LSE 'Standard' level)
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to London School of Economics and Political Science.
- We help you meet any offer conditions and get your CAS.
- We guide your Student visa application.
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Course information checked October 2026 from the official course page on lse.ac.uk. The expanded description is a concise GEC summary based on the course record and subject area; module choices, professional recognition, fees, entry requirements and intakes can change. We confirm the latest details with London School of Economics and Political Science before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.