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MSc in Work & Organisational Psychology / Behaviour
The Masters in MSc in Work and Organisational Psychology / Behaviour (part-time) had been on my mind for quite some time. It came highly recommended by colleagues who spoke about the mix of practitioners, senior leaders and entrepreneurs that made the learning experience so rich. They talked about how it opened new ways of thinking, helping them approach challenges and opportunities differently and for the better at work. That was exactly what I was looking for.
I still remember the first week of September 2022 clearly. Two days before starting the programme, I had just gotten married, and my husband, very graciously, agreed that our honeymoon could wait until the end of semester one! From that point on, life became a balancing act: leading large-scale organisational change in a demanding full-time role during the day, and studying organisational behaviour by night. It was tough at times, but I learned to be disciplined with my time and kind to myself, too.
From the very first day, the atmosphere in class was both open and a little nervous. But that quickly gave way to connection. My first group assignment team became a Tuesday evening fixture, a place where we shared ideas, frustrations, and wins in equal measure. They kept me grounded and motivated throughout.
What stood out most for me across the two years was the calibre of the teaching team. I won’t single out any one lecturer because each brought their own blend of wisdom, research and practical experience that made every class engaging and relevant. The material was deeply grounded in organisational realities, and I found myself applying what I learned almost immediately at work.
One of the great skills the course helped me develop was using data and evidence to drive decision-making. I became much more confident in drawing from academic research to shape practical strategies and interventions in my day-to-day work. That combination of research and real-world application became a defining feature of how I now approach organisational and people challenges.
The programme also introduced me to psychometric testing, which led to my membership of the British Psychological Society (BPS). This training has been invaluable in my coaching practice, helping me bring greater insight and structure to conversations with clients and leaders.
As I approached the end of the second year, I began reflecting on what truly energised me: learning, development, and research. That self-awareness, supported by everything I had learned on the MSc, inspired me to make a significant career change and to pursue my PhD in trust and AI adoption.
My Master thesis on trust in SMEs implementing AI technologies proved to be a turning point. It aligned perfectly with my professional experience at the time and deepened my understanding of how trust can be built and maintained during periods of change. That research has since shaped my academic and professional path in ways I couldn’t have imagined when I started.
Looking back, the MSc in Work & Organisational Behaviour was much more than a qualification, it was a journey of discovery, discipline and growth.
I can’t recommend it enough and would encourage anyone considering it to take the leap. You’ll challenge yourself, learn from exceptional people, and come out the other side with new skills and perhaps even a new direction for your career and your life.
MSc in Work & Organisational Psychology / Behaviour
‘The MSc in Work & Organisational Behaviour was truly transformative for me. It allowed me to learn new perspectives from world class lecturers, and to connect with a diverse group of professionals who brought each lecture to life. I would highly recommend this course to anyone who is interested in the changing world of work, and the real life challenges facing organisations today.’
MSc in Work & Organisational Psychology / Behaviour
The programme provided a cohesive framework of both commercial and psychological principles that allowed students to deeply access such areas as strategy, leadership, learning & development and coaching. Active and engaging lecture sessions offered the opportunity to develop and enhance important organisational skills such as team-building, time management, active listening, and improved behavioural understanding. An emerging and key topic within the Work & Organisational Psychology programme is that of sustainability, and through an improved understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion within industry cultures, the programme provided a renewed sense that industry can create long-term indigenous opportunities for individuals and families of all backgrounds. Perhaps the greatest reward of this programme was the faith and confidence offered by my academic supervisor – an unwavering support system that ultimately led to standing on international conference stages presenting research findings. Upon completion of the course, I decided to embark on a new adventure with the formation of my own company, Enviromind Consulting Ltd, and thanks to the experience of the MSc programme, I gained a renewed sense of confidence, motivation and hope to find my niche within the waste management industry.
