Change management in higher education: an introductory literature review

ABSTRACT

This literature review provides an introduction to change management and reviews current approaches, theories and models which can be used to skillfully handle and direct change initiatives within higher education institutions (HEIs) so that the desired outcome is achieved. Planned approaches, psychological and behavourial theories, organisational development, Complex Adaptive Systems, Capability and Appreciate Inquiry are all discussed.

KEYWORDS:

• Change management
• higher education
• change
• planning

Notes on contributor

Orla Sheehan Pundyke graduated from the University of Southampton with a BSc (Hons) in Chemistry and is currently undertaking a Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education Administration, Management and Leadership through the Association of University Administrators (AUA). Orla is a Fellow of the AUA and has worked in various professional services roles in higher education institutions, most recently focusing on quality assurance. Her other interests include management, business intelligence solutions and equality and diversity.

Disclosure statement

No potential conflict of interest was reported by the author.