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Alumni Network & Past Cohorts

The Executive MSc in Cities alumni network is a global community of leaders shaping the future of urban life. Spanning sectors, disciplines and continents, our alumni continue to rethink cities long after graduation.

Through ongoing connection, collaboration and learning, the network provides a trusted space for alumni and current participants to share insights, troubleshoot complex challenges from their work, and connect across cohorts to drive change where it matters most. Joining the programme means joining a lifelong community committed to more sustainable, inclusive and resilient cities. Meet our alumni and learn more about how you can make the most of the Executive MSc in Cities alumni network by getting involved.

How to get involved as Alumni

Ensure your contact information is up to date to receive newsletters, invitations to events, and opportunities tailored to your interests.

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Participate in virtual and in-person events designed to foster connections and provide opportunities for learning and collaboration.

All alumni will receive the annual Executive MSc in Cities newsletter, which highlights news and updates from the programme, the network, and the wider LSE community.

You can also sign up to the LSE Cities Newsletter for more frequent updates about our work, research and invitations to events.

Your journey matters. Share your experiences, accomplishments, and insights with the community, inspiring others and showcasing the diverse paths our alumni take.

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Consider becoming a mentor or seeking mentorship within the network. Guidance from experienced professionals can be instrumental in your personal and professional growth.

Express your interest

As you know in Module Four of the Executive MSc in Cities, participants work with cities to devise a finance and funding strategy for a case study, consulting with local stakeholders and members of the World Bank’s Cities Finance Team. As alumni you can now bring a case study to future cohorts of the EMC by co-hosting a finance challenge in a city that you are working with.

Co-host a challenge

The LSE Cities Alumni scholarship, offering up to £10,000 in tuition fee support, aims to empower talented individuals who aspire to make a difference in the field of urban studies, and is available to applicants of the Executive MSc in Cities programme, regardless of nationality or professional background.

At LSE Cities, we believe in fostering diversity and inclusivity, and we are thrilled that LSE Cities Alumni share this vision. The Alumni Scholarship stands as a testament to our community’s commitment to providing access to education for all passionate minds, and we hope it will allow LSE Cities to foster a thriving community of urban professionals for many years to come.

You can help unlock the potential of aspiring urban leaders by supporting the Executive MSc in Cities and the transformative LSE Cities Alumni Scholarship. Your support goes beyond financial assistance; it's an investment in shaping the cities of tomorrow.

Every gift you make, no matter the size, is a demonstration of faith in the programme, LSE Cities, and an investment in the School’s future as a world leading social science institution. Thank you.

Your contributions will help us to ensure that the brightest minds, irrespective of financial circumstances, are able to study at LSE by offering full or partial scholarship awards.

Your generosity makes a difference. Join us in building a brighter, more sustainable urban future.

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Explore our directory of past cohorts to gain insight into the diverse and dynamic community that defines the Executive MSc in Cities. From city leaders and policymakers to urban practitioners and innovators, each cohort brings a unique mix of expertise and perspectives. Many go on to become part of our global alumni network, continuing to collaborate and shape cities worldwide. The directory showcases the global reach of the programme and offers a glimpse into the powerful network that continues to grow year on year.

If you would like your information to be updated or removed from this page, please contact us at exec.lsecities@lse.ac.uk.