Organizational Design Change & Transformation Course | IIT Kharagpur
Course Details
| Exam Registration | 251 |
|---|---|
| Course Status | Ongoing |
| Course Type | Core |
| Language | English |
| Duration | 12 weeks |
| Categories | Management Studies, Managerial Economics |
| Credit Points | 3 |
| Level | Undergraduate/Postgraduate |
| Start Date | 19 Jan 2026 |
| End Date | 10 Apr 2026 |
| Enrollment Ends | 02 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Registration Ends | 20 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Date | 25 Apr 2026 IST |
| NCrF Level | 4.5 — 8.0 |
Navigating the Future: A Deep Dive into Organizational Design Change and Transformation
In today's rapidly evolving and volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) business landscape, an organization's ability to adapt, transform, and thrive is not just an advantage—it's a necessity. The Organizational Design Change and Transformation course, offered by the prestigious Vinod Gupta School of Management at IIT Kharagpur, provides a rigorous 12-week framework to master these critical competencies. Designed for undergraduates, postgraduates, and professionals, this course equips you with the theoretical models and practical tools needed to lead successful organizational evolution.
Learn from Distinguished IIT Kharagpur Faculty
This course is led by a team of eminent professors with deep expertise in management, organizational behavior, and human resources:
- Prof. Susmita Mukhopadhyay (Associate Professor): A gold medalist and award-winning expert in HRM, Industrial Psychology, and Business Ethics. Her work includes prestigious fellowships like the Microfinance Researchers Alliance.
- Prof. Sangeeta Sahney (Professor): A gold medalist in MBA and PhD from IIT Delhi, specializing in Marketing, OB, and HRM. An accomplished author and international educator with a focus on service quality and consumer behavior.
- Prof. S. Srinivasan (Assistant Professor): Holds a PhD in OB & HR from IIT Madras and brings practical experience as a certified compliance auditor, bridging the gap between academic theory and industrial application.
Who Should Take This Course?
This course is intended for a wide audience: management students, aspiring leaders, HR professionals, consultants, and anyone interested in understanding the intricacies of how organizations function and build resilience. It is highly relevant for all industries, as the principles of managing change and design are universal in the context of global competition.
Course Overview: A 12-Week Journey to Organizational Mastery
Over 12 intensive weeks, the course systematically builds your knowledge from foundational concepts to advanced intervention strategies.
| Week | Core Focus Area |
|---|---|
| Weeks 1-3 | Foundations: Introduction to organizational design, its environment, strategy, and core structures (authority, line, types of structures). |
| Weeks 4-6 | Design Mechanics: Deep dive into line-staff management, span of control, the impact of technology, and various organizational design models. |
| Weeks 7-9 | Managing Change: Principles of change management, diagnosing change, overcoming resistance, role of change agents, communication strategies, and managing conflict/power. |
| Weeks 10-12 | Leading Transformation: Concepts of organizational learning, knowledge management, triggers of transformation, and strategic interventions for turnaround and future trends. |
Key Learning Outcomes
By completing this course, you will be able to:
- Analyze and design effective organizational structures aligned with strategy.
- Diagnose organizational needs and systematically plan for change.
- Develop strategies to overcome resistance and effectively communicate change.
- Understand the role of organizational culture, learning, and knowledge in transformation.
- Design and implement targeted interventions for organizational development and turnaround.
- Lead with confidence in a VUCA environment by building organizational resilience.
Essential Reading Materials
The curriculum is supported by authoritative texts, including:
- Organizational Theory, Design and Change by Jones, Gareth, & Mathew.
- Organizational Theory and Design by Daft.
- Change Management and Organization Transformation by Radha R. Sharma.
Why This Course is Essential for Modern Leaders
Organizations are no longer static entities. They are dynamic systems that must continuously evolve. This course moves beyond textbook definitions to provide a holistic understanding of how to initiate, manage, and consolidate change. It addresses the full lifecycle—from an organization's birth and growth to managing decline and driving revival—preparing you to be not just a manager, but a transformative leader capable of steering your organization toward sustained effectiveness and health.
Whether you aim to excel in management studies, enhance your professional skill set, or lead your organization through its next phase of growth, the Organizational Design Change and Transformation course from IIT Kharagpur offers the knowledge, framework, and expert insights to guide your journey.
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