Applicants will typically need to demonstrate the following within their application and interview:
- Be employed or self-employed, and be in a position to influence organisational, sectoral or national policy; and
- An Honours degree with a minimum of an upper second class from a recognised university; and
- A Master's degree in a relevant field and with a minimum of a ‘merit’ profile from a recognised university; and
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience of substantial responsibility and appropriate seniority to specify and implement significant change initiatives within your organisation or sector; and
- Relevance of your research proposal by ensuring that the proposed topic addresses a practice problem faced by managers and organisations, and that the results of the research have the potential to make a significant contribution by identifying relevant solutions; and
- Advanced skills in writing evidenced by a 1,000 word (max.) project proposal outlining the 'what, why and how' of a research project (please contact the programme leader prior to application for specific guidance in this regard); and
- Commitment to advanced continuing professional development.
If you do not meet these criteria you may find that our PhD programme is more appropriate for your requirements.
Students whose first language is not English will need to demonstrate competence at IELTS Level 7.0.
Honours Degree | Honours degree with a minimum of an upper second class from a recognised university |
Postgraduate Degree | Relevant master's with merit profile |
Other Admission Requirements | Commitment to advanced continuing professional development A detailed 1,000 word research proposal that meets the criteria provided by the course leader. Relevance of your research proposal by ensuring that the proposed topic addresses a practice problem faced by managers and organisations, and that the results of the research have the potential to make a significant contribution by identifying relevant solution |
Employment Status | Be employed or self-employed, and be in a position to influence organisational, sectoral or national policy |
Prior Work/ Voluntary Experience | Minimum of 5 years’ experience of substantial responsibility and appropriate seniority to specify and implement significant change initiatives within your organisation or sector |
Interview | Applicants will be interviewed by a Panel whose composition is set out by the University’s PGR and Prof Doc Admissions policy. |
Students from outside the UK are expected to hold qualifications broadly equivalent to UK standards - a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) for postgraduate study.
To help you interpret these equivalents, please select your country/region of residence. This will provide details on equivalent entry requirements, as well as information about local representatives, events, and key contacts.
We accept a wide range of qualifications and assess all applications on an individual basis. Relevant work experience may also be taken into consideration where appropriate.
For more information on English entry requirements, including accepted qualifications, please visit International Entry Requirements.
Applicants will typically need to demonstrate the following within their application and interview:
- Be employed or self-employed, and be in a position to influence organisational, sectoral or national policy; and
- An Honours degree with a minimum of an upper second class from a recognised university; and
- A Master's degree in a relevant field and with a minimum of a ‘merit’ profile from a recognised university; and
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience of substantial responsibility and appropriate seniority to specify and implement significant change initiatives within your organisation or sector; and
- Relevance of your research proposal by ensuring that the proposed topic addresses a practice problem faced by managers and organisations, and that the results of the research have the potential to make a significant contribution by identifying relevant solutions; and
- Advanced skills in writing evidenced by a 1,000 word (max.) project proposal outlining the 'what, why and how' of a research project (please contact the programme leader prior to application for specific guidance in this regard); and
- Commitment to advanced continuing professional development.
If you do not meet these criteria you may find that our PhD programme is more appropriate for your requirements.
English Language Requirements
Students whose first language is not English will need to demonstrate competence at IELTS Level 7.0.
For more information on our English Language requirements, please visit International Entry Requirements.
IELTS | 7.0 |
Honours Degree | Honours degree with a minimum of an upper second class from a recognised university |
Postgraduate Degree | Relevant master's with merit profile |
Other Admission Requirements | Commitment to advanced continuing professional development A detailed 1,000 word research proposal that meets the criteria provided by the course leader. Relevance of your research proposal by ensuring that the proposed topic addresses a practice problem faced by managers and organisations, and that the results of the research have the potential to make a significant contribution by identifying relevant solution |
Employment Status | Be employed or self-employed, and be in a position to influence organisational, sectoral or national policy |
Prior Work/ Voluntary Experience | Minimum of 5 years’ experience of substantial responsibility and appropriate seniority to specify and implement significant change initiatives within your organisation or sector |
Interview | Applicants will be interviewed by a Panel whose composition is set out by the University’s PGR and Prof Doc Admissions policy. |
