M.A. in Organization Development
For information, email Karen Fischer, the Special Session Degree Programs Coordinator, or call (707) 664-2682.
Next information meeting - Wednesday, February 13th at 6pm. Carson Hall - Room 69
For additional meeting dates please see below.
This MA in Organization Development provides professional preparation for developing organizations and communities that are more sane and effective.
In four semesters, participants gain the practical skills, conceptual knowledge, and field-tested experience to successfully lead organization and community improvement efforts.
Cohort groups of 15 students participate in seminar discussions, skill-building activities, and extensive field projects, under the guidance and supervision of experienced OD practitioner faculty.
This program has a strong commitment to the principle of diversity. We seek a broad spectrum of students, including members of under-represented groups.
SAVE THE DATE: January 4-6, 2013, a workshop featuring Ockie Bosch, Professor of Systems Design and Complexity Management, on Evolutionary Learning Laboratories: Platforms for Dealing with Complex Issues.
To find out more about our orientation to teaching and learning, read The Mentoring Experience.
Cohort for 2011
How to Apply:
In order to apply for this program, please submit a Departmental Application to the OD MA Program, and also an SSU Extended Education Application for graduate studies.
Information Meetings
All meetings are in Carson Hall, Room 69.
Wednesday, Feb. 13th at 6 pm
Saturday, Mar. 9th at 3 pm
Wednesday, Apr. 10th at 6 pm
Saturday, May 4th at 3 pm
Note: You will need to purchase a parking pass at the kiosk at the main entrance or from the machines in the parking lots (Wednesday dates only).
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