Alan Barstow, PhD

Former Director and Senior Scholar, Organizational Dynamics Programs

Dr. Alan M. Barstow is an author, consultant and educator specializing in organizational design, the process of change and sustainable development. Alan is the Former Director and Senior Scholar of the Organizational Dynamics Programs at the University of Pennsylvania. He also co-founded INTERACT: The Institute for Interactive Management in 1986 and served on its Board of Directors. Previously, Alan held the position of Faculty Research Associate at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. Alan engages executives and professionals in rethinking strategic goals and action and in learning effective ways to produce change. He is a Fulbright Scholar and received his PhD in Anthropology from Columbia University.

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New low-residency format for Organizational Dynamics Programs!

New low-residency format for Organizational Dynamics Programs!

Beginning in fall 2026, the Organizational Dynamics Programs is moving to a low-residency format, offering greater flexibility for ambitious students who work full time while pursuing their degree!