Advance your expertise. Expand your impact.

Imperial’s Executive and Professional Education connects world‑leading research with real‑world application. Learn with experts shaping the future across science, technology, engineering, medicine and business and build skills you can apply immediately. 

Flexible formats make it possible to study on campus, online or hybrid designed to fit around professional commitments. 

Building lasting capabilities.

We apply world leading research, transformative teaching and lifechanging innovation from multiple disciplines to improve your future.

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Executive Education

We support experienced professionals who want to strengthen leadership capability and strategic thinking, and lead confidently through innovation and change. Learn alongside a global network of peers while exploring the ideas shaping modern organisations and industries. Explore our courses

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Continuing Professional Development (CPD) 

Stay at the forefront of your field . Our courses help you deepen specialist expertise with learning shaped by current research and industry developments. Flexible formats support upskilling alongside work with practical learning you can apply immediately.  Explore our courses

Designed for working professionals

Whether you want to deepen technical expertise, strengthen leadership capability or stay ahead of emerging technologies, our courses translate research into practical skills , so you can put learning into practice straight away. 

  • Learning that fits your life, online, on campus or hybrid options
  • Skills you can use immediately applied learning grounded in real‑world challenges
  • Taught by experts, learn with educators and specialists across Imperial, including Imperial College Business School
  • A powerful peer network, learn alongside professionals from a global community

FAQs

Are meals included in the programme fees?

Yes, coffee breaks and a lunch will be organised. For some of our courses networking drinks will also be organised giving you an opportunity to spend time talking to other participants on the programme.

Can I visit Imperial College London?

Yes, please feel free to contact us via our contact us page and we can arrange for you to visit the campus.

Do I need a VISA?

Depends on the country you fly in from, we can provide a letter stating that you were approved to attend our programme

Do I require work experience?

In most situations you would do, but we analyse all applications by merit, not based just on work experience.

How can I apply for an Executive Education programme?

All our applications need to be completed online. We will get back to you within 48 hours (excluding weekends)

Payment and Cancellation Information

What forms of payment do you accept?

We accept credit cards as well as bank transfers. If you are paying by bank transfer or are being sponsored, we will send you an invoice to the billing contact nominated as your executive sponsor. Payments terms are normally 30 days upon receipt of invoice. If you are paying via credit card you will receive a link to make payment via email once your application is approved.

What is your cancellation policy?

All cancellations must be confirmed in writing to execed-info@imperial.ac.uk and will only be effective from the date of receipt. Cancellations received more than 42 days prior to the commencement of the programme will be subject to a £500 administrations fee. Cancellations received after that time will be subject to the following penalties:

  • 0 – 14 days 100% of the programme fee.
  • 15 – 28 days 50% of the programme fee
  • 42 days 25% of the programme fee

If a candidate does not attend, the full fee will be retained as a cancellation charge. Please note that no part of the fee will be refunded or used towards payment for another programme in the event a participant only partially attends the programme. In the unlikely event that we cancel a programme, participants will be entitled to a full refund. Full term and conditions are available on our website here.

What does a normal day look like?

Arrive by 8:30am with a prompt start at 9am, 2 sessions in the morning including a coffee break, then participants will be provided with lunch and another 2 sessions in the afternoon with a coffee break. The course usually ends at 5pm.

What is the duration of the programmes ?

Varies from 2 days to 12 days

When do I need to arrive, and where would I check in?

You will receive this information in your joining instructions. As soon as you apply on the programme, and get accepted, you will receive immediate access to our app where you will find information on the venue, how to get there etc.

When should I apply for a programme?

We recommend that you apply at least two months before the programme starts to guarantee your place.

Who attends our Executive Education Programmes?

Professionals usually with a minimum of 5 years’ experience, from different sectors, countries and organisations. Their main objective is to develop their skills and take their career to the next level.

Why should I attend an Executive Education Programme?

Attending an Executive Education programme at Imperial gives you an opportunity to learn from top academics, network with senior professionals from across the globe and be a part of the Imperial College London family. Through our distinctive methodologies, including case studies, group discussions, lectures and business simulations, you’ll gain the strategies, tools, and insights to solve your most challenging problems. Drawing on research and real life experience from our faculty, participants will walk away feeling empowered and ready to take on the world.

All of our programmes are designed so that participants return to their companies ready to apply what they’ve learned. The Alumni network at Imperial comes with a host of benefits, including global networking opportunities and access to our events.

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