NGO Management MSc; PGDip

Program Overview

The NGO Management MSc and PGDip program equips professionals for leadership roles in international NGOs. It blends practical learning and theoretical knowledge, covering topics such as managing change, funding strategies, and stakeholder engagement. The program is delivered part-time on-campus or fully online, and offers a range of modules and assessment options. Graduates are well-prepared for careers as NGO managers, senior leaders, and board members.

Program Outline

NGO Management MSc; PGDip

• Degree Overview
This course equips participants to thrive in management positions for international NGOs or similar institutions. The program blends practical learning and theoretical knowledge applied within the international NGO domain to foster development, enhance analytical abilities, and equip graduates with the skills and knowledge to lead.

Key Features:

• Blends academic rigor and practical application
• Aims to develop senior management careers for international development and leadership roles within NGOs
• Covers critical topics including managing change, funding strategies, leadership development and stakeholder engagement

Objectives:

• Strategic awareness:
Participants deepen their understanding of the evolving international development scene and its impact on NGOs
• Leadership development: Participants cultivate their management, analytical and leadership competencies for high levels of effectiveness
• Analytical strength: Graduates strengthen critical analysis of complex issues related to the NGO domain

• Professionals and senior leaders from international NGOs
• Individuals aspiring to leadership or board member roles in global NGOs

Program Outline:

Delivery format:

Part-time, on-campus OR fully online (via synchronized zoom) for a limited group meeting specific criteria (cost, visa, family, or work issues)

Duration:

• 1.5 years (PG Dip)
• 2.5 years (Masters)

Structure:

• Starts in Oct 2024
• Students start with the PG diploma specializing in their chosen area (learning & understanding the voluntary sector) and can choose to complete an MSc by program's end
• Program content subject to change; modules may be amended

Modules:

Core PG Dip:

• Learning and Understanding the Voluntary Sector
• Strategy, Diversity and Governance
• Marketing and Fundraising (10 credits)
• People Management in the Voluntary Sector (10 credits)
• Charity Accounting and Finance (20 credits)

MSc Modules

• Shadowing (20 credits)
• NGO Management: The Strategic Issue (15 credits)
• Managing NGOs: People and Practices (15 credits) OR additional taught modules from another charity program
• Elective taught master's options in areas like Charity Marketing, Social Investment, Strategic Management & Governance
• Dissertation option for students pursuing MSc path (15000 words grounded in research)

Assessment:

PG Diploma:

Coursework-focused (no exam)

MSc Dissertation track:

MSc Taught Masters track:

Teaching:

Teaching Staff:

Led by Dr. Rick James and Bev Jones, the program offers:

• Senior academics
• Practicing professionals
• Teaching methods:
• Interactive sessions
• Case-based learning
• Blended learning format with both on-campus (Bunhill Row location) and online attendance options

Careers and Alumni:

• Graduates may find roles such as: NGO manager, senior leader for international NGOs, board member, or development professional
• Strong career development network
• Past student experience shows increased employability and career flexibility within sector
• Program may adjust tuition annually, subject to an annual inflation increase
• Scholarship opportunities exist: Eastside Primetimers Foundation scholarship
• UK government funding programs may apply: PG Loans

A deposit of £400 is payable on acceptance of a place. For self-paying students, the balance is payable in two instalments, the first during the registration process September and the second at the end of January. The conversion fee for the following year of entry will be subject to an annual inflationary increase