MA in Leading Innovation and Change — Study from the United States

From your home in the United States, you can step confidently into a world-class education that empowers changemakers. Through the exclusive partnership between York St John University and Robert Kennedy College, the MA in Leading Innovation and Change offers a rigorous, contemporary curriculum designed to help you lead transformation, inspire teams, and deliver results in complex, fast-moving environments. Rooted in robust theory that can be applied internationally, this programme equips you to navigate disruption and shape the future in any sector.

Whether you’re advancing within a Fortune 500, launching a startup, or leading initiatives in the public or nonprofit space, this online master’s nurtures the mindset, frameworks, and confidence to turn ambitious ideas into sustainable impact—without relocating or putting your career on hold.

Earn a British Degree Recognised Worldwide

Graduate with a British postgraduate degree that carries global credibility. Employers across continents respect the heritage, quality assurance, and academic standards of UK higher education—giving you a powerful credential that travels with you throughout your career.

As markets become increasingly interconnected, an internationally recognised British degree helps your CV stand out—signalling rigorous scholarship, critical thinking, and professional readiness to boards, clients, and hiring managers from New York to Nairobi.

Finish 100% Online in as Little as undefined

Your ambitions shouldn’t wait. This programme is designed for professionals who want progress without pause. Study entirely online—no campus visits required—so you can integrate your learning directly into the projects and teams you lead every day.

Depending on your pace, it can be completed 100% online in as little as undefined. That means you can accelerate your development on your timeline, aligning your milestones with your personal and professional commitments.

No Fixed Online Class Times

Life in the United States moves fast, and your study plan should move with you. There are no mandatory live sessions, so you never have to be online at specific times or dates. Learn when you’re at your best—before dawn, after work, or during a quiet weekend.

This flexibility is particularly powerful for professionals managing demanding projects or family obligations. You stay in control, engaging deeply with the material without compromising your rhythm or responsibilities.

Study Anywhere—Even Offline on the Move

Traveling for work or pleasure? Commuting across town? Our mobile app lets you download study materials and watch lectures offline, so your classroom is wherever you are—on a flight, on a train, or between meetings.

With a truly portable learning experience, you can turn everyday moments into meaningful progress. Your study journey adapts to your life, not the other way around.

Open-Book Assessments, Real-World Thinking

We prioritise critical thinking, synthesis, and application over memorisation. Open-book assessments encourage you to engage with sources, evaluate perspectives, and craft thoughtful responses—just like real leadership challenges demand.

By mirroring the way strategic decisions are made in the workplace, assessments become opportunities to practice leadership in context—an ideal environment to sharpen judgement and demonstrate readiness to drive change.

Learn from Faculty Educated at World-Renowned Universities

Be mentored by seasoned academics and practitioners who bring global expertise to your virtual classroom. Our tutors and faculty have graduated from leading institutions such as Oxford, Harvard, EPFL, the University of Basel, and Washington University in St. Louis.

Their diverse backgrounds and practical insight help bridge the gap between theory and practice, so you gain not only academic knowledge but also the strategic acumen to lead through complexity.

Join a Global Network Across 130+ Countries

Collaborate with peers from over 130 countries who bring rich, real-time perspectives from finance, technology, healthcare, energy, public administration, and more. This diversity multiplies the value of every discussion and project—expanding your worldview, sharpening your thinking, and opening doors across borders.

Our alumni work for international organisations like GoldmanSachs, Citigroup, Chevron, Verizon, JW Marriott, Hilton, The ritz, University of California Riverside, VISA, American Express, United Nations, Google, ICRC, The World Bank, Microsoft, Intel, Samsung, Tencent, Siemens, Sony,

Flexible Payments with Up to 18 Monthly Interest-Free Instalments

Invest in your future with payment options designed for working professionals. Our fees can be paid in up to 18 monthly interest-free instalments, helping you manage cash flow while you study and advance your career.

This approach supports your ambitions without unnecessary financial pressure—enabling you to focus on learning, growing, and applying new capabilities at work.

Why This MA Matters in the United States

Drive digital transformation in America’s innovation hubs. From the tech corridors of Silicon Valley and Seattle to thriving startup ecosystems in Austin, Miami, and New York, organisations need leaders who can translate ideas into scalable change. Your mastery of innovation frameworks, change strategies, and stakeholder engagement will position you to lead cross-functional initiatives, product transformations, and agile organisational change.

Advance impact in healthcare, biotech, and life sciences. The United States is a global leader in medical research, healthcare delivery, and pharmaceutical innovation. This programme equips you to navigate complex systems, align diverse stakeholders, and implement evidence-based improvements—valuable skills for roles in hospital administration, health-tech, clinical operations, and R&D project leadership.

Accelerate sustainability and energy transition efforts. With major investments in clean energy, EV infrastructure, and circular manufacturing, the U.S. needs leaders who can bridge policy, technology, and operations. Your expertise in leading innovation and managing change helps enterprises and public agencies execute ambitious ESG roadmaps, decarbonise supply chains, and steward responsible growth.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re ready to lead with clarity and confidence—from wherever you are in the United States—this online master’s in exclusive partnership between York St John University and Robert Kennedy College can be your catalyst. Request our course catalogue to explore modules, entry requirements, and how the programme can align with your goals.