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Applications are open for postgraduate study at GOTNI Leadership Open University. Select the programme you wish to apply for, complete all sections of the form, and upload the required documents before submitting. Please read the Application Details/Requirements below carefully to confirm you meet the entry requirements for your chosen programme before you apply. Applicants must be 23 years and above. Applications are reviewed on submission, and you will be contacted by email regarding the outcome.
| Programmes: |
MSc. Leadership Development and Organisational Transformation
MBA Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Leadership
MSc. Humanitarian and Development Administration
MSc. Governance and Public Sector Leadership
MSc. Sustainability and Responsible Leadership
MSc. Organisational Development and Leadership
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| Application Duration: | Oct 14, 2026 - Nov 30, 2026 |
| Application Fee | No application fee |
IMPORTANT: Do not apply if you are not 23 years and above.
General requirements
Academic entry routes
Route A — Direct entry on a good first degree
A degree in a relevant area from a recognised university with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division, corresponding to a cumulative grade point average of not less than 2.40 on a 5.00 scale. Degrees in the social sciences, law, public health, medicine and allied health, nursing, agriculture, engineering, geography, education, management and the humanities are all directly relevant, since humanitarian response draws on every one of these disciplines.
Route B — Postgraduate Diploma route
A postgraduate diploma at Upper Credit level in a relevant area from a recognised university. This route is open to holders of a Higher National Diploma and to first degree holders in the Third Class or Pass classification, who may enter through the postgraduate diploma programmes of the College.
Route C — Professional qualification route
A full professional qualification acceptable to Senate, held together with a first degree or Higher National Diploma, and supported by at least five years of relevant post-qualification experience.
Route D — Recognition of prior learning
Candidates aged thirty years or above who hold a first degree or Higher National Diploma in any classification, and who can evidence at least eight years of substantial practice in humanitarian, emergency management or crisis response practice, may apply under recognition of prior learning. Such candidates submit a structured portfolio documenting the responsibilities held, the work led and the outcomes achieved, with supporting evidence and two professional references. The portfolio is assessed by a panel of the Departmental Postgraduate Committee, which may require a qualifying interview, a written qualifying assessment or designated bridging courses. Admissions under this route are capped at twenty per cent of any cohort.
General requirements
Academic entry routes
Route A — Direct entry on a good first degree
A degree in a relevant area from a recognised university with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division, corresponding to a cumulative grade point average of not less than 2.40 on a 5.00 scale. Degrees in political science, public administration, law, economics, accounting, management, the social sciences, history and international relations are directly relevant. Applicants from the sciences, engineering, medicine and education are considered where the statement of purpose and employment history demonstrate governance responsibility, since much of the senior public service is staffed from those disciplines.
Route B — Postgraduate Diploma route
A postgraduate diploma at Upper Credit level in a relevant area from a recognised university. This route is open to holders of a Higher National Diploma and to first degree holders in the Third Class or Pass classification, who may enter through the postgraduate diploma programmes of the College.
Route C — Professional qualification route
A full professional qualification acceptable to Senate, held together with a first degree or Higher National Diploma, and supported by at least five years of relevant post-qualification experience.
Route D — Recognition of prior learning
Candidates aged thirty years or above who hold a first degree or Higher National Diploma in any classification, and who can evidence at least eight years of substantial practice in public administration, legislative work, regulation, board service or accountability practice, may apply under recognition of prior learning. Such candidates submit a structured portfolio documenting the responsibilities held, the work led and the outcomes achieved, with supporting evidence and two professional references. The portfolio is assessed by a panel of the Departmental Postgraduate Committee, which may require a qualifying interview, a written qualifying assessment or designated bridging courses. Admissions under this route are capped at fifteen per cent of any cohort.
General requirements
Academic entry routes
Route A — Direct entry on a good first degree
A degree in a relevant area from a recognised university with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division, corresponding to a cumulative grade point average of not less than 2.40 on a 5.00 scale. Degrees in the environmental and physical sciences, engineering, geography, agriculture, economics, management, law, the social sciences and public health are all directly relevant. Applicants from other disciplines are considered where the statement of purpose and employment history demonstrate engagement with sustainability questions.
Route B — Postgraduate Diploma route
A postgraduate diploma at Upper Credit level in a relevant area from a recognised university. This route is open to holders of a Higher National Diploma and to first degree holders in the Third Class or Pass classification, who may enter through the postgraduate diploma programmes of the College.
Route C — Professional qualification route
A full professional qualification acceptable to Senate, held together with a first degree or Higher National Diploma, and supported by at least five years of relevant post-qualification experience.
Route D — Recognition of prior learning
Candidates aged thirty years or above who hold a first degree or Higher National Diploma in any classification, and who can evidence at least eight years of substantial practice in sustainability, environmental management, energy, community relations or climate policy, may apply under recognition of prior learning. Such candidates submit a structured portfolio documenting the responsibilities held, the work led and the outcomes achieved, with supporting evidence and two professional references. The portfolio is assessed by a panel of the Departmental Postgraduate Committee, which may require a qualifying interview, a written qualifying assessment or designated bridging courses. Admissions under this route are capped at fifteen per cent of any cohort.
General requirements
Academic entry routes
Route A — Direct entry on a good first degree
A degree in a relevant area from a recognised university with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division, corresponding to a cumulative grade point average of not less than 2.40 on a 5.00 scale. Degrees in management, the social sciences, psychology, education, law, engineering, the health sciences and the humanities are all acceptable, since organisational development draws practitioners from every discipline.
Route B — Postgraduate Diploma route
A postgraduate diploma at Upper Credit level in a relevant area from a recognised university. This route is open to holders of a Higher National Diploma and to first degree holders in the Third Class or Pass classification, who may enter through the postgraduate diploma programmes of the College.
Route C — Professional qualification route
A full professional qualification acceptable to Senate, held together with a first degree or Higher National Diploma, and supported by at least five years of relevant post-qualification experience.
Route D — Recognition of prior learning
Candidates aged thirty years or above who hold a first degree or Higher National Diploma in any classification, and who can evidence at least eight years of substantial practice in leadership, management or organisational development practice, may apply under recognition of prior learning. Such candidates submit a structured portfolio documenting the responsibilities held, the work led and the outcomes achieved, with supporting evidence and two professional references. The portfolio is assessed by a panel of the Departmental Postgraduate Committee, which may require a qualifying interview, a written qualifying assessment or designated bridging courses. Admissions under this route are capped at fifteen per cent of any cohort.
General requirements
Academic entry routes
Route A — Direct entry on a good first degree
A degree in a relevant area from a recognised university with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division, corresponding to a cumulative grade point average of not less than 2.40 on a 5.00 scale. Degrees in psychology, education, management, the social sciences, theology and religious studies, communication, the humanities, law and the sciences are all acceptable, since leadership formation draws practitioners from every discipline.
Route B — Postgraduate Diploma route
A postgraduate diploma at Upper Credit level in a relevant area from a recognised university. This route is open to holders of a Higher National Diploma and to first degree holders in the Third Class or Pass classification, who may enter through the postgraduate diploma programmes of the College.
Route C — Professional qualification route
A full professional qualification acceptable to Senate, held together with a first degree or Higher National Diploma, and supported by at least five years of relevant post-qualification experience.
Route D — Recognition of prior learning
Candidates aged thirty years or above who hold a first degree or Higher National Diploma in any classification, and who can evidence at least eight years of substantial practice in human resource management, leadership development, training, coaching, mentoring or organisational culture work, may apply under recognition of prior learning. Such candidates submit a structured portfolio documenting the responsibilities held, the work led and the outcomes achieved, with supporting evidence and two professional references. The portfolio is assessed by a panel of the Departmental Postgraduate Committee, which may require a qualifying interview, a written qualifying assessment or designated bridging courses. Admissions under this route are capped at fifteen per cent of any cohort.
General requirements
Academic entry routes
Route A — Direct entry on a good first degree
A degree in a relevant area from a recognised university with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division, corresponding to a cumulative grade point average of not less than 2.40 on a 5.00 scale. A degree in any discipline is acceptable. Degrees in business, economics, accounting, engineering, agriculture, computing, the sciences, law and the social sciences are directly relevant, and applicants from other disciplines are considered where the statement of purpose and employment or trading history demonstrate commercial engagement.
Route B — Postgraduate Diploma route
A postgraduate diploma at Upper Credit level in a relevant area from a recognised university. This route is open to holders of a Higher National Diploma and to first degree holders in the Third Class or Pass classification, who may enter through the postgraduate diploma programmes of the College.
Route C — Professional qualification route
A full professional qualification acceptable to Senate, held together with a first degree or Higher National Diploma, and supported by at least five years of relevant post-qualification experience.
Route D — Recognition of prior learning
Candidates aged thirty years or above who hold a first degree or Higher National Diploma in any classification, and who can evidence at least eight years of substantial practice in enterprise responsibility as a founder, principal or senior operator, may apply under recognition of prior learning. Such candidates submit a structured portfolio documenting the responsibilities held, the work led and the outcomes achieved, with supporting evidence and two professional references. The portfolio is assessed by a panel of the Departmental Postgraduate Committee, which may require a qualifying interview, a written qualifying assessment or designated bridging courses. Admissions under this route are capped at fifteen per cent of any cohort.