With changes in globalization, information technology and managerial innovation, organizations need professionals to build systems to support and improve both people and performance in the workplace. Professionals in organization development help build adaptable organizations while advancing employee capabilities to achieve higher levels of success.  

The  programme offered by Roosevelt University helps students develop expertise in the theories and practices of organization development, a systematic approach to improving productivity and competence in organizational settings.  Students seeking an MA in organizational development will complete twelve courses to form a foundation of knowledge that will prepare them to assess organizational and individual needs, identify and implement solutions, and generate support.

Careers

Our graduates have have held these titles or worked in the following fields:

• Human capital development, senior director

• Human resources, facilitator and coach

• Leadership development

• Talent acquisition and management

• Organizational effectiveness consultant

• Performance improvement consultant

• Organization development director

• Change management consultant