Managing People, Organisations and Change - Master's Programme (One Year)

Managing People, Organisations and Change prepares you to become a manager and leader who understands the complex challenges organisations face today.

In this programme, you will develop a broad understanding of managing and leading organisations, while exploring contemporary challenges related to people and work, organisational change, creativity, technology and sustainability. You will learn to analyse complex organisational situations from different perspectives and understand how they are shaped by different actors, interests and interpretations.

The programme places strong emphasis on independent thinking and critical reflection. Rather than treating management as a set of ready-made solutions, you will learn to question established assumptions, critically evaluate different approaches and consider their possibilities and limitations. This will help you become a reflective and responsible practitioner, equipped to make informed decisions in situations where there may be no simple solution.

Information about name change

The programme has changed names from Managing People, Knowledge and Change (EAGMP) to Managing People, Organisations and Change (EAGMO). The changes apply for studies starting autumn semester 2027 and onwards. 

Syllabus

The syllabus provides an overview of the programme. It outlines the admission requirements, lists the courses included, and explains which degree the studies lead to.

In this programme, you will learn to analyse organisational challenges using theoretical concepts and research-based knowledge, and to apply these perspectives to contemporary organisational situations.

Teaching and learning are student-centred and highly participative. Interactive lectures are combined with seminars, case work and projects. A key feature of the programme is its emphasis on collaborative learning. Working in diverse and international teams, you will develop your ability to consider different perspectives, communicate ideas, manage disagreements and address complex problems together.

Your teachers are active researchers who bring current research and contemporary debates into the classroom. The programme also maintains close connections to organisational practice through cases, projects, guest lectures and interactions with organisations and alumni. Throughout the programme, you are expected to take an active role in your learning and contribute your curiosity, experiences and perspectives.

After the programme, you will be prepared for a wide range of careers across industries and countries, including roles in an international context. Graduates work in consulting, human resources, finance, communications and organisational development, often in roles involving change, people management and organisational development.

Common job titles include consultant, senior consultant, business analyst, HR generalist and project manager, which are positions that involve analysing organisational challenges, developing organisations and people, managing projects and supporting strategic decision-making.

Our graduates are employed by companies such as Deloitte, Accenture, PwC, Capgemini, KPMG, Handelsbanken, IKEA, Tetra Pak, Rituals and Mars. Some work for organisations such as UNICEF and Greenpeace, while others have started their own businesses. The programme also provides a foundation for further academic study and research.

Entry requirements

An undergraduate degree (BA/BSc) with at least 60 credits in business administration or the equivalent. English course 6/English level 2 (advanced proficiency).

Selection criteria

Selection will be based on academic merits from previous university studies and a Statement of Purpose in which applicants state their reasons for applying to the programme.

Tuition fees for non-EU/EEA citizens

Citizens of countries outside:

• The European Union (EU)
• The European Economic Area (EEA) and
• Switzerland

are required to pay tuition fees. You pay an instalment of the tuition fee in advance of each
semester.

Tuition fees, payments and exemptions

Full programme/course tuition fee: SEK 150,000
First payment: SEK 75,000

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Note that you may also need to pay an application fee, or provide proof of exemption.

Application fee

No tuition fees for citizens of the EU, EEA and Switzerland

There are no tuition fees for citizens of the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland.

Lund University Global Scholarship Programme

The Lund University Global Scholarship programme is a merit-based and selective scholarship targeted at top academic students from countries outside the EU/EEA.

Lund University Global Scholarship

African Research Universities Alliance (ARUA) Scholarship

Within the framework of the Lund University Global Scholarship programme, the University also offers the African Research Universities Alliance (ARUA) Scholarship targeted at top academic students from selected African research universities. 

ARUA Scholarship

Swedish Institute Scholarship: Global professionals

The Swedish Institute offers scholarships to international students from certain countries who are applying for select Master's programmes in Sweden. 

Scholarship information on the Swedish Institute website 

Country-specific scholarships and funding options

Lund University has agreements with scholarship organisations and funding bodies in different countries, which may allow applicants to apply for funding or scholarships in their home countries for their studies at Lund University. Most agreements are intended for Master’s applicants, although certain opportunities may also be available to Bachelor’s students.

Country-specific scholarships

External scholarships

In addition to scholarships offered by Lund University or through its partner agreements, there are external opportunities. On the page below, you’ll find examples of organisations that may provide financial support for international students from specific countries. 

External scholarships