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Master of Science in Organizational Development - Prepare for a management career in organizational development

This interdisciplinary degree program takes a consultative, process-oriented approach to organizational engagement. Learn 5 areas of organizational development management based on current theory and best practices in the field. This program is designed to deepen your knowledge of organizational systems, talent and change management, data collection and measurement, and assessment and interventions.

Master of Science (MS) in Organizational Development specializations
  • General Organizational Development
Quality and Professional Relevance
  • The online master’s in Organizational Development offers a multidisciplinary, practitioner approach to a field that SHRM® (Society of Human Resource Management) Research Quarterly identified as “one of the most effective tools to promote successful change.”
Expected Program Outcomes
  1. Analyze business theories, markets, and reporting practices in organizational development.
  2. Apply organizational development theories and best practices.
  3. Assess culture and change management in organizations.
  4. Evaluate strategic management and critical thinking in organizations.
  5. Manage data.
  6. Apply systems theory and design to organizations.
  7. Communicate effectively.
  8. Analyze ethical and legal responsibilities in organizations and society.

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