| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2023-10-01 | - |
Program Overview
Who is it for?
If your career aim is to secure or develop a leading position in an international non-governmental organisation (NGO), this course is ideally suited to your needs.
Academically rigorous and practically applied, the course is designed to help you develop a senior management career in international development, become a board member of an international NGO board, or work in a foundation funding work internationally.
Objectives
You will focus on the rapidly evolving context of international development. You will explore the implication for NGOs of the trends shaping the sector. How is the role of civil society changing? What will be the impact of altering aid flows, increased funding for humanitarian and security work and shifting North-South relations? How are new digital technologies affecting the way NGOs work? What are the implications of the moves to greater collaboration and the increasing influence of the private sector in the development process?
The aim of the course is to enable you to develop your management, analytical and leadership skills so that you develop a rounded set of competencies that will enable you to flourish at the highest levels in global NGOs.
Program Outline
Structure
The MSc course is taught on a part-time basis over a period of two years.
Students initially enrol on the Postgraduate Diploma with the specialist area of their choice, and confirm their intention to complete the MSc at the end of the first year.
As a student you will:
- Develop your understanding of the strategic issues and organisational challenges facing NGO managers
- Build relevant management and leadership skills, and analytical capabilities.
- Acquire insights into the different strategies and approaches commonly adopted by NGOs.
- Deepen your appreciation of the issues of managing change in NGOs.
- Gain access to a strong network and connections within the charity sector.
- Build your confidence as you pursue your career in the sector.
Induction
The Charities programme courses starting in October will have a final session for the in-person registration followed by an Induction Programme on Thursday 06 October 2022.
Module outlines
Learning and Understanding the Voluntary Sector (10 credits)
This module represents the starting point for you and the opportunity to learn about the process of learning and establishing plans for learning on the programme. The vital 'Learning Contract' is developed on this module, and forms the basis of the learning throughout the Masters programme. It also offers a perspective on leading public/voluntary sector debates within an historical context, alongside a more enduring understanding of scholarly approaches to the understanding of developments and changes in the relationship between government and the voluntary sector.
Strategy, Diversity and Governance (20 credits)
This module aims to enable you to develop a broad knowledge and conceptual base in the field of strategy development, diversity and governance.
Marketing and Fundraising (10 credits)
This module aims to provide you with the concepts, underpinning knowledge, skills and techniques to plan and develop marketing and operations systems and enable students to analyse marketing needs, evaluate marketing plans, in the context of applying marketing concepts to their own organisation.
People Management in the Voluntary Sector (10 credits)
This module provides you with an appreciation of key aspects of voluntary sector human resource issues, including the critical issue of volunteer management.
Charity Accounting and Finance (20 credits)
This module aims to to provide you with an understanding of the specialist charity accounting framework grounded in trust law and fund accounting principles and issues of financial management.
Shadowing (20 credits)
In this you will have the opportunity to spend 4-5 days shadowing a senior NGO manager or undertake a relevant fieldwork consultancy exercise with members of an NGO's senior management team.
NGO Management (15 credits)
This module aims to enables you to understand the key strategic issues facing the NGO Sector and analyse the organisational challenges facing international NGOs.
Managing NGOs: People and Practices (15 credits)
This module aims to enables you to critically appreciate the issues NGO managers face and develop the skills and competencies to work effectively with different people and the processes and practices involved.
Experience of past students is that by completing the course increases their employability in the sector, and gives them greater flexibility as to career options. Past students have come from NGOs of all sizes, as well as foundations, business and the public sector. Their feedback has been very positive:
"I'm now better equipped to serve civil society and to strengthen its effectiveness in pursuit of an open society"
- Rozanne Nazir, Centre for Charity Effectiveness 2018
“I found the MSc in NGO Management to be extremely practical and valuable. The course gave an excellent overview of the issues facing charities that are working internationally … the quality of the teaching was high and the assignments relevant and stimulating. I highly recommend it”
- Matt Parker, Vice President, Kids Alive International, Chicago, USA
“Studying NGO Management at the Business School (formerly Cass), and especially combining it with Finance, enabled me to make the step into a leadership role. The course provides the perfect combination of academic rigour, practical knowledge, and teachers and classmates with experience from across the sector.”
- Meryl Davies, CEO, Habitat for Humanity Great Britain
“I cannot recommend more nor speak more highly of the Masters in NGO Management at the Business School (formerly Cass). The quality, pace and depth of the teaching, learning and challenge was genuinely excellent. I was promoted within a few weeks of completing the course and 100% believe this would not have happened so quickly without the added value the Masters brought to me. The Masters itself, the professors and my fellow students gave me huge confidence and knowledge. Reflecting on it 12 months later, I feel that the main thing the course has given me is access – access to critical information, best practise approaches and most importantly individuals that will continue to help shape my learning and challenge my thinking throughout my career.”
- Jennifer Coffey, Deputy Head of Partnership Development, Save the Children UK Global Programmes
“The course gave me the confidence to strengthen my role in the senior management team, which ultimately lead to my appointment as Deputy Director”
- Gillian Garcia, Deputy Director, CDD, Mexico City
“It was like ten years of NGO management experience analysed thoroughly, distilled into a single course and personalised for me. In the course you will have a chance to survey our field broadly, to think critically about what you bring to it, and to focus on what you can do to become a better international NGO leaders and manager”
- Ted Nierras, Global Coordinator of Alliance Centres, HIV/AIDS Alliance
“I have used the models and approaches which I learned on the course in my day to day work. The breadth of the course gave me the confidence that I know the key issues across the range of functions within NGOs”
- Alison Marshall, Senior Advocacy Adviser, International Planned Parenthood Federation
“The NGO Management course provides a fascinating insight into the key challenges and trends that are shaping international development today. The course combines academic rigour with a practical focus, and is delivered by lecturers and practitioners who are able to illustrate issues with first-hand experience and recent case studies. Sitting in class, I’d often feel I was getting a “behind the scenes” look into how NGOs operate”
- Adam Groves. Senior Programme Manager, Radar
The NGO Management course is under the direction of Dr Rick James and Professor John Hailey. The Director of the overall MSc programme is Dr Peter Grant.
Rick James has more than 25 years’ experience working with NGOs in Africa, Latin America and Europe. He has worked with INTRAC since its inception more than 20 years ago. He focuses on organisational change specialising in strategy and leadership development. He has consulted for more than 100 NGOs, faith-based organisations and official aid agencies, and has published over 50 articles and books. He has a PhD in NGO Management from City University and is a Senior Teaching Fellow in the Faculty of Management at Bayes.
Bev Jones has over 30 years’ experience in international development and politics, working with and within the civil society sector, with a strong focus on citizen-state engagement in its different forms, and more recently with governments and multi-lateral organisations. While her country experience extends from Nepal and Myanmar to Central Asia and North Africa, she has worked ffor the longest time on the Horn of Africa, especially Sudan, South Sudan and Ethiopia. She has developed, over the years, significant expertise in designing and delivering responses to politically complex environments. She has been teaching on the specialist NGO modules since 2013, first providing Master Classes on Adaptive Management, and now as Visiting Lecturer.
Visiting lecturers on the NGO Management course have included:
- Professor David Lewis, LSE;
- Graham MacKay, Chief Operating Officer, BOND
- Carolyn Miller, Chair, INTRAC;
- Sarah Mistry, Director of Effectiveness and Learning, BOND;
- Peter Moore, ActionAid International.
Bayes Business School: A Summary
Overview:
Bayes Business School, formerly known as Cass Business School, is a renowned business school located in London. It is part of City, University of London and boasts a rich history of over 50 years in business education. The school is known for its commitment to providing world-leading education and fostering a culture of "always learning."
Services Offered:
Bayes Business School offers a comprehensive range of services to its students, including:
Academic Programs:
Undergraduate, Master's, PhD, MBA, Executive Education, and Degree Apprenticeships.Student Hub:
A dedicated online platform for students to access resources and information.Alumni Network:
A strong network of graduates providing support and opportunities.Staff Hub:
A platform for staff to access resources and information.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Key Reasons to Study There:
Triple-Crown Accreditation:
Bayes Business School holds the prestigious triple-crown accreditation from AMBA, EQUIS, and AACSB, signifying its high standards of quality.Top Rankings:
Consistently ranked among the top business schools in the UK and Europe, including 2nd in London and 5th in the UK according to the Financial Times European Business Schools 2023 ranking.Global Women's Leadership Programme:
A dedicated program designed to inspire, equip, and connect women leaders.Focus on Innovation:
Encourages students to think critically and creatively about the challenges of the future.Strong Industry Connections:
Provides opportunities for students to connect with leading businesses and professionals.Academic Programs:
Bayes Business School offers a wide range of academic programs across various disciplines, including:
Undergraduate:
Bachelor's degrees in Business and Management, Finance, Accounting, and Marketing.Master's:
A variety of specialized Master's programs in areas such as Finance, Management, Marketing, and Data Analytics.PhD:
Doctoral programs in various business disciplines.MBA:
Full-time and part-time MBA programs designed to develop leadership skills and business acumen.Executive Education:
Customized programs for professionals seeking to enhance their skills and knowledge.Degree Apprenticeships:
A combination of work experience and academic study leading to a degree.Other:
Research:
Bayes Business School is known for its strong research output, with academics contributing to the advancement of knowledge in various business fields.Location:
Situated in the heart of London, providing students with access to a vibrant business environment and numerous networking opportunities.Global Reach:
The school has a strong international presence, with students and faculty from around the world.Entry requirements
All students will be highly motivated graduate-level people who bring a wide range of professional competencies, skills and experience from a wide range of backgrounds.
In general we ask for a good first degree, normally an upper second-class honours degree from a British University or an equivalent qualification from a leading overseas institution; and three or more year’s relevant experience at a senior level.
In exceptional cases we will also accept those without a degree but with significant work experience. Provided you have more than three years relevant experience, two professional references are acceptable.
This course is aimed at those currently working in the sector, but also at people exploring a career shift into the international development sector and consultants looking to develop their expertise in the NGO sector.
English language requirements
In order to participate fully in the collaborative learning process all students who have not previously studied in English must sit an academic IELTS pr TOEFL iBT exam.
The minimum required academic IELTS level is an average of 7.0 with a minimum of 6.5 in writing and no less than 6.0 in any other section.
We require a well-balanced overall score of at least 100 and no less than 25 in the Writing section in the TOEFL iBT test or the TOEFL iBT Home Edition test.
If you are not a native English speaker but have been working in the UK for the last three years it is unlikely you will need to take the test.
