Program Description and Benefits

48 Semester Hours

A Master of Science in Organizational Learning and Development focuses on key competencies in both adult education and organizational learning. The curriculum encompasses systems thinking, creative problem solving, presentation skills and adult training methods, performance improvement, needs assessment and team-based learning skills. The joint program is designed for students seeking the enhanced skills necessary to lead and manage change in organizations, anticipate problems and implement long term solutions. Degrees will be awarded when all degree requirements for both programs are fulfilled.

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Contact

Christine M. Westphal, JD
Graduate Program Director
Tel: 617.994.6455
cwestpha@suffolk.edu

Required Courses

Core Requirements: (3 credits)

EHS 695 HRLPP Action Research*

* Students are advised to take this course toward the completion of the degree program.

Concentration Requirements: (30-33 Credits)

EHS 650 Instructional Design
EHS 651 Adult and Organizational Learning
EHS 652 Training Methods for Adult Learners
EHS 658 Systems Thinking
EHS 660 Organizational Learning/OD Internship¹
EHS 662 Organizational Learning Seminar
EHS 672 OD Module 1: Organizational Culture and Change
EHS 674 OD Module 3: Organizational Consulting
EHS 675 OD Module 4: Performance Management
EHS 676 OD Module 5: Leadership and Team Development

Electives: (12-15 Credits)²

EHS 653 Marketing Training and Education Programs
EHS 654 The Adult Learner
EHS 655 Continuing Education for the Professions
EHS 657 Advanced Instructional Design
EHS 659 Reflection and Dialogue
EHS 661 Teaching and Learning Styles
EHS 663 Human Performance Improvement
EHS 664 Communicating for Results
EHS 666 Coaching and Mentoring

Notes:

1. Students are advised to take the internship toward the conclusion of the degree program.
2. All elective courses are selected in consultation with the faculty advisor; six (6) graduate credits directly related to the AOL/OD program may be transferred prior to matriculation at the discretion of the advisor

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to the Master of Science in Organizational Learning and Development/Graduate Certificate in Human Resources program you must:

• Hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Take either the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or the Miller Analogies Test (MAT), and complete the application requirements described on page 78; the GRE or MAT will be waived for those who have matriculated in and completed four courses from the related certificate program with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.5
• International students must also take the TOEFL or IELTS and provide a statement of financial resources