Theoretical significance of this monographic study is determined by the development of human potential management theory in the context of organizational changes under modern conditions. Theoretical ideas and research findings reveal new directions for studying the structure and functions of management in the management of organizations as economic systems, enhance understanding of multidimensional and complex character of organizational changes in their relationship with human development. The formulated conclusions and obtained results contribute to the deepening of theoretical views on the system of change management, processes and factors contributing to sustainable human development and growth of organizational effectiveness at present. The author¿s recommendations on structuring and identification of the human development elements that take into account the specifics of Russian management and labor relations, methodological basis for assessing the role of human development in the change management of an organization can be used in the practice of executive government of organizations as well as in the activities in higher educational institutions.