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Executive Education Courses

Our executive education courses provide high-quality study opportunities led by industry experts, contributing to the professional development of learners and business growth for the organisations they work in. 

With over 200 years of experience supporting working professionals in the heart of London, we are equipped with the expertise to develop the workforce and inspire innovative thinking across prevalent topics for businesses today and in the future. Explore the courses that are open for enrolment below. 

If you have specific training needs for your organisation, we have experience in developing bespoke short courses that address your challenges. Get in touch with us to explore the possibilities.

Finance for Non-Finance Managers Courses

Our Finance for Non-Financial Managers courses provide financial skills to professionals working in positions that may require a foundational understanding of core financial concepts. Focusing on business application and impacts on decision-making, these courses cover topics such as corporate finance, asset management and financial markets.

Financial Markets

This course will introduce the workings of financial markets, covering essential topics such as equities, bonds, derivatives and market dynamics. Participants will gain confidence on key principles of finance, even to those with no prior knowledge on the subject area.

Asset Management

This course introduces the core principles of asset management and investment decision-making. Learners will gain a greater understanding of how to interpret investment portfolio reports and measure and evaluate performance.

Corporate Finance

This course explores how organisations raise and manage finance, and provides a comprehensive understanding of the relationship between finance, strategy and decision-making.

Ethical Influence and Persuasion

Our Ethical Influence and Persuasion short course explores the art and science of persuasion and influence in organisational and market-facing settings. Designed for professionals in positions of influence internally or externally, you will explore practical applications for influencing with integrity, whilst recognising and resisting unethical influence.

Ethical Influence and Persuasion Open Course

Influence is widely recognised as an important business skill, and this course provides you with an understanding of how to apply these skills and create ethical organisational environments. On our open short course, you will study alongside like-minded professionals and gain valuable connections.

Case Study: Mastering Influence and Persuasion in Critical Roles

We recently delivered a bespoke course for a cohort of Malaysian government officials on the critical business skill of ethical influence and persuasion, tailored to their roles.

Courses for Small Businesses

We're committed to providing tailored support that enables entrepreneurs and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to thrive. Our courses in this area focus on the skills and insights that matter the most to these individuals and organisations to maintain a competitive edge.

Net Zero Accelerator for SMEs

This one-day professional development course is designed specifically for SMEs needing to understand, measure and reduce their carbon emissions. Learn how to navigate UK legislation, reporting expectations and incentives. Gain a Carbon Literacy Certificate upon completion.

Help to Grow: Management Course

The Birkbeck Business School holds Small Business Charter accreditation, which allows it to deliver the Help to Grow management course. The course will give you new insight and practical capabilities in a range of areas.

SME Masterclasses Coming Soon

We're developing a series of short courses for SME leaders to boost their skills in the areas that they need to enhance business growth and leadership confidence. Sign up to our mailing list to be the first to find out when these open for enrolment.