Master of Corporate Strategy
Course Overview
The Master of Corporate Strategy is a postgraduate qualification virtual learning community through LOU's virtual learning environment, giving students worldwide access to advanced research methodology, corporate governance, and executive-level practice at London academic standards. Running across 12 to 18 months full postgraduate online route, this programme is designed for motivated learners who need study from anywhere in the world without compromising on the quality or depth of their studies. Every component of the Master of Corporate Strategy is online career support, from live sessions with expert tutors to recorded materials and a comprehensive delivered entirely online.
By completing the Master of Corporate Strategy, you will have the knowledge, skills, and professional grounding to advise at board level on corporate strategy confidently, critically evaluate policy in industry frameworks at a postgraduate standard, and apply your learning directly to real-world contexts across business, management & commerce. Graduates progress equipped with a solid understanding of advanced research methodology, corporate governance, and executive-level practice and a recognised online qualification from London Online University.
Key Features
- Virtual learning community through LOU's virtual learning environment, combining online career support and delivered entirely online
- Aligned with Chartered Management Institute (CMI) professional standards and curriculum frameworks
- Course content informed by Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) guidelines and industry expectations
- Comprehensive digital library access including academic resources, practitioner publications, and case study libraries
- Study from anywhere in the world with qualified tutors and fellow learners across the globe
- Direct progression pathway into the LOU professional practice or doctoral study in Corporate Strategy
- Industry references drawn from Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) and other internationally recognised professional bodies
What You Will Learn
- Advise at board level on the core principles and theoretical foundations of corporate strategy
- Critically evaluate policy in practical approaches to key challenges in corporate strategy
- Lead organisational transformation in the regulatory, ethical, and professional frameworks relevant to business, management & commerce
- Develop evidence-based strategy for data, research, and industry information to inform decisions in corporate strategy
- Synthesise research on communication, stakeholder engagement, and professional presentation skills
- Produce a capstone or dissertation examining contemporary trends, emerging technologies, and global developments in corporate strategy
- Conduct original research into a postgraduate portfolio of skills and knowledge valued by employers in business, management & commerce
Who This Course Is For
- Senior professionals and graduates seeking postgraduate-level specialisation in corporate strategy
- Learners based internationally who require virtual learning community at London academic standards
- Career changers aiming to enter or pivot within the business, management & commerce sector
- Employees in business, management & commerce organisations who need digital library access alongside full-time work
- Professionals who benefit from study from anywhere in the world to balance study commitments with existing responsibilities
Career Pathways
- Management Consultant
- Supply Chain Manager
- Chief Executive Officer
- Project Manager
- Business Development Director
- Operations Manager
- Digital Marketing Manager
LOU's dedicated online career support service provides virtual CV coaching, LinkedIn profile guidance, and online interview preparation to help Master of Corporate Strategy graduates secure rewarding roles in business, management & commerce organisations across the UK and internationally.
Entry Requirements
- A UK 2:2 (Lower Second Class) honours degree or overseas equivalent in any discipline
- Applicants without a first degree may be considered with 5+ years of senior professional experience
- IELTS 6.5 overall (no band under 6.0) or equivalent English proficiency
- A 500-word research statement covering the applicant's chosen area of specialisation
- Two academic or professional references and a short online interview
Why Study at LOU
Every LOU student benefits from dedicated online career support including virtual CV workshops, LinkedIn profile coaching, online interview preparation and structured introductions to employers across the UK and internationally. Our online career service is available to all students from enrolment through to graduation and beyond.
LOU — London Online University — is an online-first division of Harold International College of London, designed for students and working professionals worldwide who want to study at London academic standards without relocating. Every programme is delivered entirely through LOU's virtual learning environment, combining live online lectures, recorded sessions available on demand, and digital library access.
Apply for Master of Corporate Strategy
Advance your career with an LOU Master's degree delivered entirely online and take the next step in your corporate strategy career with the Master of Corporate Strategy from London Online University. This qualification is virtual learning community, meaning you can advance your expertise and build a recognised London academic credential from wherever you are in the world. Enrol Now
