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Management of Change (MSc)

Module code: HRM7003-A

Module Aims

The module will develop students' critical and analytical skills with specific reference to the matter of organisational change. Studying change from a critical and analytical perspective will enable students to appreciate the challenges of effective organisational change in a variety of contexts that will, in turn, improve their capacity to address the challenges involved. The nature of the module's perspective on change requires that students conduct wider reading and further thinking independent of classbased sessions if they are to develop a rich understanding of organisational change.

Outline Syllabus

• The nature of change
• Cultures for change
• Drivers of change
• Reactions to change
• People and change
• Leadership of change
• Models of change

Through its focus on developing sustainable organisations that have an ability to change with shifting environmental demands, the module ties in to the School of Management's ESD focus.

The tone of the module is heavily influenced by a concern with the 'people' dimension of organisational change and emphasises the need to consider the role of people in implementing change, demonstrating awareness and respect for the concerns people have.