Organisation Studies

The Master in Organization Studies is designed for those seeking a sound theoretical basis in organization studies, a deeper level of understanding about how organizations deal with complexity and dynamics and an advanced level study that will generate transferable skills and facilitate employment in a great variety of organizations. The Master's program focuses on two central organizational concepts: complexity and dynamics. Complexity is one of the key contemporary organizational issues. Individuals, groups, organizations and networks are embedded in complex webs of interdependent relations which can be of social, institutional or economic character. Dealing appropriately with complex relations is crucial for the good functioning of organizations and cooperations. The concept of dynamics refers to environmental changes that influence the choice of organizing processes and organizational forms and strategies. How organizations deal with these dynamic changes has a considerable influence on the way they function. Therefore, the central question is how organizations can handle these complexities and dynamics within the organization and organizational networks.

Instruction modes

literature study, oral presentation, research, research project, research proposal, tutorial, lecture, group assignment, group discussion, poster presentation, individual assignment, self study, seminar

Accreditation: NVAO

Erasmus Mundus program: This is an Erasmus Mundus program.

Admission requirements

In order to be accepted directly onto our Master's program in Organization Studies, you will be required to have the following academic background: 1. A Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in social sciences e.g. Human Resource Studies, Organization Studies, Social Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, Humanities, or Business Studies 2. Relevant knowledge about organizations and management and research methods

Other requirements

1. vooropleiding (ISPAC: vereiste vooropleiding) In order to be accepted directly onto our Master's program in Organization Studies, you will be required to have the following academic background: 1. A Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in social sciences e.g. Human Resource Studies, Organization Studies, Social Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, Humanities, or Business Studies 2. Relevant knowledge about organizations and management and research methods