Study in Groningen how to best manage organizational change in the era of transformations.
We live in an ever-changing environment characterised by great developments, such as technological, cultural, digital, and sustainability transformations. That is why change management is essential for the survival of today's organisations. This creates a need for change experts who know how to design and lead change processes.
In the MSc Business Administration - Change Management, which is both academically rigorous and societally relevant, you will learn to deal with the complexity of organisational change as a dynamic interplay of organisational, technological, cultural and human factors. You will develop a solid understanding of the diversity in paradigms, theories and approaches that characterise the international scientific and professional field of change management as well as critical academic thinking as core elements of your professional toolkit. The programme offers you a diverse and challenging environment in which you actively and responsibly co-create your learning experiences. You will be a member of a lively learning community of -dedicated students (approx. 80-90 students), staff and expert practitioners that prepares you for a career in a changing world.
During the MSc Business Administration - Change Management programme you will learn about different change strategies that have been developed to deal with the complex reality of organisational change, including intervention tools that are helpful for implementing those strategies. You will develop a solid understanding of the diversity in theories and approaches that characterise the international scientific and professional field of change management as well as the competence of critical acade
To fulfil the programme requirements, you need to follow:
1) five mandatory courses (5 EC each, 25 EC in total):
2) three electives of 5 EC each which enables you to specialise further in fields such as healthcare, strategy and ICT. 3) You should write and successfully defend your Master's thesis.
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Agents and Instruments of Change (5 EC) |
Change and Human Factors (5 EC) |
Electives MSc BA Change Management (15 EC) |
Managing Technological Change (5 EC) |
Master's Thesis BA Change Management (20 EC) |
Research and Skills for MSc BA (5 EC) |
Theories and Approaches of Change Management (5 EC) |
Programme options |
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Master Internship (specialization) Opportunity to gain work experience by doing an internship in the second semester of your study. You will be rewarded 15 ECTS on top of your programme. Your thesis will be postponed to the third semester. |
Sustainable Society Focus Area (specialization) Focus your MSc on Sustainable Society and gain specialised knowledge in the field. There are two steps to the Sustainable Society Focus Area- 1) complete two electives from a predetermined list 2) write and round off an MSc thesis on a sustainable society topic |
Digital Business Focus Area (specialization) Focus your MSc on Digital Business and gain specialised knowledge in the field. There are two steps to the Digital Business Focus Area- 1) complete two of eight chosen electives 2) write and round off a MSc thesis on a digital business topic |
Energy Focus Area (specialization) Focus your MSc on Energy and open up extra career opportunities. There are two steps to the Energy Focus Area- 1) complete two of four chosen electives 2) write and round off a MSc thesis on an energy topic |
All tracks facilitate but do not organize an international exchange.
Study programme | Organization | Transition |
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All Universities of applied sciences |
Via a pre-master with a maximum of The Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB) has introduced the 30 EC and 45 EC Pre-Master's programmes. Depending on the HBO degree you will obtain, you will be able to follow the 30 EC or 45 EC variant. Read more: https://www.rug.nl/feb/premaster |
Study programme | Organization | Transition |
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Econometrics and Operations Research | University of Groningen | No additional requirements |
Economics and Business Economics | University of Groningen | No additional requirements |
International Business | University of Groningen | No additional requirements |
Business Administration | University of Groningen | No additional requirements |
Specific requirements | More information |
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previous education |
To be eligible for admission to this Master, you need to hold an academic Bachelor's or Master's degree from a research university in one of the following - or closely related - fields: Business Administration, Econometrics and Operations Research, Economics and Business Economics, International Business. To assess whether your educational/academic background meets the specific programme requirements, we will consider the level and curriculum of your previous studies. For more information, please visit: https://www.rug.nl/feb/apply-msc. |
other admission requirements |
Not meeting the pre-education requirements for direct entry? Please read more about our pre-Master programmes . |
Students with a Dutch diploma can apply directly to Studielink. More information on the steps to apply .
Type of student | Deadline | Start course |
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Dutch students | 01 May 2023 | 01 September 2023 |
15 October 2023 | 01 February 2024 | |
01 May 2024 | 01 September 2024 | |
15 October 2024 | 01 February 2025 | |
EU/EEA students | 01 May 2023 | 01 September 2023 |
15 October 2023 | 01 February 2024 | |
01 May 2024 | 01 September 2024 | |
15 October 2024 | 01 February 2025 | |
non-EU/EEA students | 01 May 2023 | 01 September 2023 |
15 October 2023 | 01 February 2024 | |
01 May 2024 | 01 September 2024 | |
15 October 2024 | 01 February 2025 |
Specific requirements | More information |
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previous education |
To be eligible for admission to this Master, you need to hold an academic Bachelor's or Master's degree from a research university in one of the following - or closely related - fields: Business Administration, Business Economics, Econometrics and Operations Research, Economics and Business Economics, International Business, Technology Management. To assess whether your educational/academic background meets the specific programme requirements, we will consider the level and curriculum of your previous studies. For more information, please visit: https://www.rug.nl/feb/apply-msc. If you have any questions concerning admission to this programme, please contact our Admissions Office: https://www.rug.nl/admissions. |
certified competences |
A GMAT/GRE test is required from all candidates who obtained their bachelor's degree from a university in a non-EU/EEA country. For specific scores and exemptions, please see https://www.rug.nl/feb/gmat-gre.
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language test |
IELTS Academic overall score 6.5 (Speaking 6, Writing 6.5); TOEFL internet-based overall score 90 (Speaking 20, Writing 24); Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency (overall score 176, Speaking 169, Writing 176).
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other admission requirements |
Not meeting the pre-education requirements for direct entry? Please read more about our pre-Master programmes . |
Students have to apply via Studielink and the Online Application System (OAS) of the University of Groningen. After you apply for the programme of your choice, the Admissions Office will evaluate your educational background and assess your eligibility. Your application will be assessed on an individual basis. More information on how to apply.
Type of student | Deadline | Start course |
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Dutch students | 01 May 2023 | 01 September 2023 |
15 October 2023 | 01 February 2024 | |
01 May 2024 | 01 September 2024 | |
15 October 2024 | 01 February 2025 | |
EU/EEA students | 01 May 2023 | 01 September 2023 |
15 October 2023 | 01 February 2024 | |
01 May 2024 | 01 September 2024 | |
15 October 2024 | 01 February 2025 | |
non-EU/EEA students | 01 May 2023 | 01 September 2023 |
15 October 2023 | 01 February 2024 | |
01 May 2024 | 01 September 2024 | |
15 October 2024 | 01 February 2025 |
Nationality | Year | Fee | Programme form |
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EU/EEA | 2022-2023 | € 2209 | full-time |
non-EU/EEA | 2022-2023 | € 16201 | full-time |
EU/EEA | 2023-2024 | € 2314 | full-time |
non-EU/EEA | 2023-2024 | € 17800 | full-time |
Practical information for:
As a graduate of Change Management you are much in demand, both in for-profit and non-profit organisations. You are flexible and can develop yourself in many directions, for example through consultancy projects. A quarter of all graduates of Business Administration find jobs in consultancy. Graduates of Change Management are particularly well equipped for this.
As a graduate, your degree will be highly valued in the labour market. The Faculty of Economics and Business is internationally accredited and belongs to the 1% of business schools around the world accredited by both EQUIS and AACSB.
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Our education is research-driven and incorporates the latest developments in the field. You will be taught by renowned researchers who actively conduct research into various aspects of organizational change and change management in diverse sectors.
Important topics are, for example, stakeholder and issue management, duality management, leadership and governance for change, change implementation strategies, technology-induced change and post-adoption behaviour. Students’ thesis subjects can be related to staff research projects. However, the aim of the program is, primarily, not to train researchers. The main objective is to work with and discuss academic research as a means to develop state-of-the-art knowledge, an analytical and critical mind, as well as problem-solving capabilities that are key to any career students, aspire to. Next to that, through case-based assignments, simulation, guest lectures, and other activities, students apply what they learn to practical change situations. In this way, you actively co-produce your development as a future professional.
Studying means working independently and planning your studies yourself. But successful studying depends on many different factors, so it is understandable that you may need to consult an impartial expert to discuss your study progress and personal circumstances that influence your studies. The faculty's study advisors are available to help you. Obviously, everything discussed with the study advisor remains confidential.
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