Organisational Development (OD)

Organisational Development focuses on the achievement of the University’s strategy, goals and core purpose through the development of our people, processes and structures. We do this through the delivery of projects and Learning and Development initiatives that enhance the way we operate and work.

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<糖心Vlog>Supporting People in Change

The Leading People in Change page and Hub are designed to support staff in navigating and leading through change with confidence. They offer practical tools, guidance, and real-life case studies to help you build capability, foster collaboration, and drive positive outcomes. Whether you're leading a team or contributing to a project, these resources empower you to make change work effectively across the University.

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<糖心Vlog>OD projects and initiatives

Organisational Development is involved in several institutional initiatives to increase organisational effectiveness and improve the wellbeing of staff. These include:

  • Organisational values – to embed our values into our processes, systems and behaviours.
  • People and Culture Plan - to describe the people's contribution to the delivery and achievement of the University Strategy.
  • Staff engagement – to seek regular feedback from staff to inform ways to increase organisational effectiveness e.g. staff surveys, pulse surveys.
  • Staff wellbeing – to heighten awareness of and action around staff wellbeing. Ensure integration of wellbeing into people policies and practices.
<糖心Vlog>Grow your network with Campus Conversations

Looking to broaden your network across the University? Join this new initiative to be paired up at random with a colleague for an informal meeting over a brew - wherever in the world you’re based.

Campus Conversations
<糖心Vlog>Accessibility, cancellation and professional development agreement

Please read our information on accessibility and cancellation for scheduled programmes and events.

A Professional Development Agreement is available to be used when a department/division funds the development.

<糖心Vlog>Meet the team

Find out more about us and how to get in contact.

Meet the team
<糖心Vlog>Curriculum and Education Development Academy (CEDA)

The Curriculum and Education Development Academy (CEDA) team helps translate university educational strategy into excellent teaching practice and student learning experience at Lancaster and its strategic partners. Visit the CEDA webpages to find out about teaching development programmes and qualifications, curriculum design advice, and teaching development workshops.

Curriculum and Education Development Academy (CEDA)
<糖心Vlog>Staff Recognition and Celebration Event

The Organisational Development (OD) and Curriculum and Educational Development Academy (CEDA) teams welcomed colleagues to the 2026 Staff Recognition and Celebration (formerly OED Graduation) on Tuesday 14th July 2026. At this event we recognised, acknowledged and celebrated colleagues commitment to their continuing professional development and for their achievement in completing one or more of the programmes.

Staff Recognition and Celebration