Career Change: Mid-Career & Beyond

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Career Change: Mid-Career & Beyond - Online

From Traditional to Trailblazing

Designed around two decades of research by Professor Herminia Ibarra, this course aims to help experienced professionals initiate a process of transition and move through the cycle of exploration, experimentation and reflection which characterises all successful career change.

Good for you

Embark on a structured coaching journey that lays out a clear roadmap for your career change. Gain clarity to make informed decisions and set realistic expectations.
Stay committed and motivated through a system of accountability with your coach and peers. Engage in regular conversations to maintain momentum and ensure consistent progress in your career transition.
Expand your professional network by connecting with peers who offer valuable insights and connections in your desired industries or roles, unlocking new ideas and opportunities.

Receive feedback and support tailored to your unique situation, skills, and aspirations. Benefit from the insights and encouragement of peers who are also navigating their own career changes, boosting your confidence and refining your approach.
Navigate the emotional challenges of career change with the support of a dedicated coach and understanding peers. Share your journey with those who understand your experience and gain the resilience to handle the ups and downs.
Discover deeper insights into your values and interests through meaningful coaching conversations.

Right for you

This course is designed for individuals at mid-career and beyond who have made multiple transitions and job changes, as well as for those who have followed a more traditional ‘ladder like’ career path and have reached a ceiling point.

Attendees include executives who are:

Aged 40+ with around 20 years of experience.
Considering a career change or reorientation of their professional life.
Dedicated to candidly exploring and discussing their careers in a confidential setting.
Open to experimenting in their career, rather than seeking a quick job change.
Committed to leveraging the support of their peers.

While the course is designed to be inclusive, it may not be the best fit for individuals who:

Are under immediate time pressure to secure a job.
Have fixed career goals or seek specific technical skills.
Are not ready for introspection.

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management or work experience required

Programme content

Ready to reinvent your career?

Gain confidence and clarity in your career direction through diverse learning techniques and expert guidance from industry leaders.

What you learn
How you learn
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Understand career changes challenges: Grasp the psychological and logistical challenges associated with career change. Learn strategies to stay resilient and optimistic throughout the process.
Build a supportive network: Reflect on your current career situation and challenges. Share experiences with peers to create a supportive community.
Explore and test potential career paths: Identify a range of conventional and creative career options. Select and experiment with these paths to gain practical insights, receive constructive feedback, and refine your career choices.
Develop networking skills and foster community: Learn the importance of building new professional connections. Engage in practical exercises, such as speed networking sessions, to expand your network. Participate in a supportive community through reciprocity, offering and requesting help, to strengthen professional ties and potentially open doors to your next career move.
Reflect and plan for growth: Review significant moments and lessons learned from the course. Develop a plan for ongoing support and professional development, creating a strategy for continued growth and maintaining momentum in your career change.

Short live online courses

Spark new thinking with some of the world’s brightest minds. Short live online learning offers highly topical, relevant, and incisive content, providing accelerated learning at its best. The learning experience includes a blend of peer-to-peer interactions and live interactive sessions with faculty. Engage in real-time simulations, guided reflections, assessments, role-play, curated videos, and suggested readings at your own pace.

2 live faculty sessions

Join a digital classroom with Professor Herminia Ibarra.

12 weeks, 3-4 hours per week

Learn across 12 weeks though a blend of live faculty sessions, coaching and group activities.

Dedicated group coaching

Consolidate your learning, share your reflections, and realise your potential through dedicated group coaching.

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Global online peer network

Connect and reinforce your learnings with an exceptional group of peers from around the world.

E-certificate on completion

Build credibility with a London Business School e-certificate on completion.

Experts in the field

Absorb the experience and passion of our faculty whose research draws on real-world business expertise.

Certificate in Management

This programme can also be taken as part of the Certificate in Management. Enhance your leadership and business skills with a comprehensive learning journey tailored to you and create a personalised curriculum to shift your career to the next level.

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Fees

The fee for this course is £1,995*.

We offer a 25% discount for London Business School Alumni and for those who complete four eligible Certificate in Management or Finance programmes.

For more information on what the course fee covers, please speak to our Client Relationship Manager.

*Fees are subject to change.

How to apply

Submit your application through our online application form.

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Whether you are an individual looking to be part of an online course, or a leader looking for a bespoke solution for your organisation, get in touch and we can help find the best solution for you.