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MN5525 Leading and Managing Organisational Change

Academic year

2026 to 2027 Semester 2

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Key module information

SCOTCAT credits

15

The Scottish Credit Accumulation and Transfer (SCOTCAT) system allows credits gained in Scotland to be transferred between institutions. The number of credits associated with a module gives an indication of the amount of learning effort required by the learner. European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) credits are half the value of SCOTCAT credits.

SCQF level

SCQF level 11

The Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) provides an indication of the complexity of award qualifications and associated learning and operates on an ascending numeric scale from Levels 1-12 with SCQF Level 10 equating to a Scottish undergraduate Honours degree.

Availability restrictions

Available to all PGT students in the Business School except: MSc Finance MSc Banking and Finance MSc Finance and Economics MSc Economics.

Planned timetable

To be arranged.

This information is given as indicative. Timetable may change at short notice depending on room availability.

Module coordinator

Dr X Xi

Dr X Xi
This information is given as indicative. Staff involved in a module may change at short notice depending on availability and circumstances.

Module Staff

Dr Neha Gopinath, Dr Xi Xi

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Module description

This module explores the complexities of organisational change, integrating theory and practice to prepare students for leadership and consultancy roles. Students will gain a critical understanding of key theoretical perspectives on organisational change and apply diagnostic tools to assess organisational needs. The module examines the multidimensional impact of change on stakeholders, including employees, customers, and shareholders, emphasizing ethical and inclusive decision-making. Leadership's pivotal role in initiating and sustaining change is explored, equipping students with strategies to manage resistance and foster engagement. Collaborative work in multidisciplinary teams will challenge students to design comprehensive change proposals, enhancing interpersonal and problem-solving skills. By analysing real-world cases and organisational change processes, students will develop actionable insights to improve future change initiatives, ensuring long-term success and sustainability.

Assessment pattern

Coursework = 100%

Re-assessment

Coursework = 100%

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact

3 hour lectures (x11 weeks)

Scheduled learning hours

33

The number of compulsory student:staff contact hours over the period of the module.

Guided independent study hours

117

The number of hours that students are expected to invest in independent study over the period of the module.

Intended learning outcomes

  • Understand the theoretical perspectives on organisational change
  • Diagnose organisational need for change
  • Assess the impact of organisational change on stakeholders, including employees, customers, and shareholders.
  • Explore the role of leadership in driving and sustaining successful organisational change.
  • Collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams to develop a comprehensive change proposal.
  • Analyse the organisational change process to improve future actions and success.