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University of Manchester: Organisational Change and Development
| Institution | University of Manchester |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Environment, Education and Development |
| Web | https://www.manchester.ac.uk |
| gdi-admissions@manchester.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 (0)161 275 2814 |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
MSc Organisational Change and Development is designed for individuals who are passionate about improving how organisations function in complex and rapidly evolving environments, especially across low- and middle-income countries.
Whether you're looking to influence policy, strengthen institutions, or drive internal innovation, this course gives you the tools to shape meaningful and lasting organisational transformation.
Organisations across the developing world are increasingly confronted by powerful forces; economic crises, global competition, structural reform, climate change, and rapid technological innovation. In such dynamic contexts, the capacity to adapt, evolve and grow isn’t just valuable - it’s essential.
This course equips you with the knowledge and practical skills to diagnose challenges, plan strategic responses, manage change processes, and implement effective development interventions.
You’ll explore the dynamics of organisational systems, leadership, and learning, and engage with real-world case studies to understand how change happens in practice, and why it often fails.
With an emphasis on the unique institutional, cultural, and socio-political contexts of developing and transitional economies, the course takes a truly global and applied approach to organisational development.
As organisations and governments increasingly recognise the importance of effective change management, there is a growing demand for professionals who can lead with insight and empathy.
This MSc is ideal if you’re aiming for a career in international development, consultancy, the public sector, NGOs, or private sector roles focused on institutional reform, human resources, or organisational strategy.
By the time you graduate, you’ll not only understand the theories and frameworks behind organisational change - you’ll be ready to make it happen.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | We require a UK Honours degree with a First or Upper Second (2.1) classification or the overseas equivalent, in any discipline. When assessing your academic record we take into account the grades you have achieved and the standing of the institution where you studied your qualification. |
| Location | Main Site University Recruitment And Adm Oxford Road Manchester M13 9PL |
Summary
MSc Organisational Change and Development is designed for individuals who are passionate about improving how organisations function in complex and rapidly evolving environments, especially across low- and middle-income countries.
Whether you're looking to influence policy, strengthen institutions, or drive internal innovation, this course gives you the tools to shape meaningful and lasting organisational transformation.
Organisations across the developing world are increasingly confronted by powerful forces; economic crises, global competition, structural reform, climate change, and rapid technological innovation. In such dynamic contexts, the capacity to adapt, evolve and grow isn’t just valuable - it’s essential.
This course equips you with the knowledge and practical skills to diagnose challenges, plan strategic responses, manage change processes, and implement effective development interventions.
You’ll explore the dynamics of organisational systems, leadership, and learning, and engage with real-world case studies to understand how change happens in practice, and why it often fails.
With an emphasis on the unique institutional, cultural, and socio-political contexts of developing and transitional economies, the course takes a truly global and applied approach to organisational development.
As organisations and governments increasingly recognise the importance of effective change management, there is a growing demand for professionals who can lead with insight and empathy.
This MSc is ideal if you’re aiming for a career in international development, consultancy, the public sector, NGOs, or private sector roles focused on institutional reform, human resources, or organisational strategy.
By the time you graduate, you’ll not only understand the theories and frameworks behind organisational change - you’ll be ready to make it happen.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | We require a UK Honours degree with a First or Upper Second (2.1) classification or the overseas equivalent, in any discipline. When assessing your academic record we take into account the grades you have achieved and the standing of the institution where you studied your qualification. |
| Location | Main Site University Recruitment And Adm Oxford Road Manchester M13 9PL |
Summary
MSc Organisational Change and Development aims to develop graduates who can contribute to organisational change, and development initiatives/activities, in low- and middle-income countries.
It will equip you with the skills to contribute positively to organisationally based initiatives through effective diagnosis, planning, management and implementation of organisational change and development interventions.
Drivers including economic crisis, structural adjustment, competition, and technical innovation require organisations in developing and transitional economies to change and develop on an ongoing basis.
This course satisfies the growing need for staff that can make a difference in this area.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | We require a UK Honours degree with a First or Upper Second (2.1) classification or the overseas equivalent, in any discipline. When assessing your academic record we take into account the grades you have achieved and the standing of the institution where you studied your qualification. |
| Location | Main Site University Recruitment And Adm Oxford Road Manchester M13 9PL |
Summary
MSc Organisational Change and Development aims to develop graduates who can contribute to organisational change, and development initiatives/activities, in low- and middle-income countries.
It will equip you with the skills to contribute positively to organisationally based initiatives through effective diagnosis, planning, management and implementation of organisational change and development interventions.
Drivers including economic crisis, structural adjustment, competition, and technical innovation require organisations in developing and transitional economies to change and develop on an ongoing basis.
This course satisfies the growing need for staff that can make a difference in this area.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | We require a UK Honours degree with a First or Upper Second (2.1) classification or the overseas equivalent, in any discipline. When assessing your academic record we take into account the grades you have achieved and the standing of the institution where you studied your qualification. |
| Location | Main Site University Recruitment And Adm Oxford Road Manchester M13 9PL |
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