University of Barcelona

Information for the student – People and Team Management and Development in Organizations

Career opportunities

The university master's degree in People and Teams Management and Development in Organizations (GDO) provides a general and strategic view of the function of a psychologist working in the areas of employment, organizations and human resources. It covers new trends and needs in the area of people management and development. The master's degree focuses on the practical application of various techniques, as well as students' self-development.
It is based on the consideration that current professional requirements include the skills, knowledge and ability needed to help build strategic advantages. Professionals in this field are vital to help maintain a company's competitiveness on the market, and they play numerous roles (for example, as a strategic business partner and an agent of change). Professionals must be capable of leading as expert or process consultants in specific tasks that align the objectives of staff with those of the company.

Specifically, the master's degree prepares students to work as human resources specialists in the following functions and departments:
- People planning and management
- Selection
- Development of Talent
- Knowledge Management
- Organizational Communication
- Corporate Social Responsibility
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