Organizational Development
Certificate in Organizational Development
This Certificate is designed for students who desire to learn more about the theories, research and practical applications of organizational development in the work place. Students explore how organizations work and acquire skills to assess, diagnose and address structural and cultural problems. Topics include strategies, models and intervention techniques for organizational development.
The theory, research and processes of organizational communication are examined, with emphasis on applications that are effective inside and outside the organization. The study of human behavior in the workplace provides valuable knowledge and skills for conflict management, motivation and morale, and employee development. In accord with individual needs, students have elective options to acquire additional skills in leadership, interpersonal and small group communication, marketing and/or accounting.
Transfer credit is accepted toward certificate completion, up to six hours. All courses are for credit and are transferable once a student is admitted into an undergraduate degree-seeking program. Prerequisite course work may be required.
Effective for the Fall of 2011, all Communication courses have moved from the CMUN prefix to COMM. Course numbers have also been adjusted but content has not. Each Professional Certificate offered by the School of Continuing & Professional Studies has had it's course list adjusted according but still offers the same materials and focus. For more information, go to the School of Communication's webpage.
Application Process
Certificate Requirements
International Students
Tuition
Certificate Requirements
Required Courses* - 15 credit hours
COMM 277 Organizational Communication (3)
ODL 350 Human Resources Principles and Practices (3)
ODL 360 Development and Change in Organizations (3)
ODL 390 Organizational Theory and Practice (3)
PSYC 362 Industrial/Organizational Psychology (3)
*Students are required to complete ODL 250 Foundations of Organizations, or the equivalent course in transfer.
Elective Courses* - 6 credit hours
COMM 237 Small Group Communication (3)
COMM 273 Interpersonal Communication (3)
ODL 210 Accounting Principles and Applications (3)
ODL 340 Marketing Concepts and Strategies (3)
ODL 370 Leadership Theories and Applications (3)
*Prerequisite coursework may be required for some elective courses.
Total required for the certificate: 21 credit hours
SCPS cannot guarantee full-time status throughout the length of the certificate program. Most Organizational Development certificate courses are offered in an 8 week/evening class schedule, but may be in the 16 week/daytime course format as well.
International Students
International Students seeking admission to any certificate program in the School of Continuing and Professional Studies are required to demonstrate the ability to study at Loyola University Chicago with the appropriate F-I visa status classification. The Office of International Programs is available to assist you regarding the appropriate documentation to study with SCPS. Please feel free to contact them at 773.508.7706 or intlcntr@luc.edu. Please be advised:
· You will be required to provide documentation of your ability to finance your tuition, fees, and living expenses. Please contact The Office of International Programs at 773.508.7706 for details and the appropriate forms needed. SCPS does not provide scholarship assistance for students seeking certificate credentials.
· An I-20 certificate of eligibility can be issued after admission to an SCPS certificate program, documents regarding post-secondary, English language proficiency, and financial documentation have been submitted. For complete information on the documents needed to receive an I-20 and an F-1 visa as well as helpful advice, visit here.
Tuition
Certificate students pay $560 per credit hour. Most courses are three credit hours, with the exception of a few math courses. Please double check the credit hours for each course.
Please visit the SCPS Tuition & Fee page for general information.