A Brazilian institution developed a custom multi-module program on public policy and management in collaboration with LSE, following the global financial crisis. Twelve officials from Brazil and Africa attended sessions in London that combined lectures, seminars, and group exercises, enhancing their understanding of public sector policy and international political economy. Participants praised the blend of theory and practical insights, highlighting its significant impact on their professional work.

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A Brazilian institution running a privately sponsored programme on public
policy and management wanted to expand its curriculum. LSE Custom
Programmes designed a multi-module experience on relevant topics in
international public management, with specific reference to the recent global
financial and economic crisis. Twelve Brazilian and African government
officials and civil servants undertook modules in London, with simultaneous
interpretation and translation of materials into Portuguese.
Programme sessions were led by designated LSE Custom Programmes
professionals together with seasoned practitioners and academics from
across LSE, including its Government and Management departments. The
participants experienced lectures, seminars and interactive group exercises,
with research between modules to later present in London.
The participants gained a greater insight into public sector policy,
management, and international political economy as multi-disciplinary fields
of expertise. They explored key policy and strategy considerations, examining
the processes of national governments and supranational organisations. They
analysed the challenges facing both developed economies and emerging
markets, and evaluate how to apply theoretical knowledge to international
policy making. Above all, they learned from experts at one of the world’s
foremost social science institutions, benefiting from LSE’s cosmopolitan
perspective, international reach and position in the heart of London.
‘LSE offers a perfectly balanced
combination of theory and
practice, with practical insights
across so many vital issues of
civil service, further enriching
the programme’
‘Being exposed to global
perspectives and comparative
reviews via LSE modules is of
enormous benefit – it will
certainly help us in our work in
a big way’
‘The customisation of LSE
sessions was spot-on, with the
presenters being genuinely
interested in how they could
make the programme better
for us’
Contact us:
LSE Custom Programmes
Email: custom.execed@lse.ac.uk
Telephone: +44 (0)20 7955 7128
Fax: +44 (0)20 7955 7980
Website: lse.ac.uk/customprogrammes
Participants: 12
Participant level: Government officials
Duration: 2 x 1 week modules
Location: London
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