Master s in Organizational Development and Leadership Contact Information PROGRAM INFORMATION Felice Tilin, Ph.D. MODL Program Director Merion Hall, Suite 280, Room 284 Phone: 610-660-1575; Email: ftilin@sju.edu Web: www.sju.edu/modl ADMISSIONS Kate McConnell, MBA Director of Admissions and Retention Phone: 610-660-3184; email: gradcas@sju.edu Web: www.sju.edu/higherknowledge Graduate Studies College of Arts and Sciences A leading provider of graduate education and professional development in the Greater Philadelphia area.
Welcome The Master of Science in Organization Development and Leadership (MODL) at Saint Joseph s University is designed for professionals who want to lead change and achieve outstanding results in today s complex organizations. This innovative program allows students to earn their advanced degree in as little as two years, all while working full time and staying competitive in their field. The MODL program at has been the choice of working adult students interested in training, organizational psychology, organization development, leadership, organizational change, and personal self-development for almost 25 years. The experiential learning format allows you to apply what you learn in the classroom immediately to your work situation. The program offers professionals like you the unique opportunity to earn an advanced degree part time while advancing your career. Why the MODL program at Saint Joseph s? We believe learning is experiential and leadership is about relationships. If you are looking to just read textbooks, listen to lectures, and view power points this program is NOT for you. In the MODL program you will experience: The richness of an interactive and a vibrant learning community. Small class size. Highly interactive, rich, and challenging activities that can be applied directly to your job and everyday life. Personal growth. High tech AND high touch. Being part of a network of successful alumni. Professors who are available to you for personal one-on-one interaction and who are: Ph.D. s and MBA s. Authors. Leaders in their own organizations. Consultants to Fortune 500 companies, health care, government, non-profits, etc. Executive Coaches to CEO s, senior leaders, and managers. Experienced in working globally. Relational facilitators. Up to date on the most current research in the field of leadership and organizational development. On the cutting edge of online leadership education. I am looking forward to working with you. Felice Tilin Ph.D., Program Director Organization Development and Leadership Master s in Organization Development and Leadership Program Overview Innovative teaching methodologies and a supportive, experientialbased learning environment promote teamwork and collaboration. Graduates of the MODL program function as influential change agents, consultants, trainers and coaches. The rigorous curriculum of the MODL program promotes the practical application of enhanced leadership capabilities. Students are encouraged to explore and share information, resources, and ideas, as well as innovative strategies to direct change in organizations, facilitate learning, and understand the implications for application of research. Students can choose from among three concentrations: Adult Learning and Training, Organizational Psychology and Development, and Organization Dynamics and Leadership. Each concentration is unique in content and delivery mode and is focused on providing an opportunity to learn, explore and share practical information, ideas, and strategies. Programs are flexible to accommodate working adults by offering courses on evenings and weekends. You can schedule courses at your own pace. Graduate Studies, College of Arts and Sciences 1
Concentrations Adult Learning and Training The Adult Learning and Training concentration strengthens the ability of adult educators, facilitators, consultants, change agents, e-learning professionals, program designers, health education professionals, and talent managers. This program is also geared to students wanting to get an overall background in the field of organizational development. Students will develop skills in designing and facilitating learning solutions in corporations and non-profit training, human resources and talent management departments, and consulting firms. ODL 695 Organization Consulting: A Gestalt Approach EDU 655 Interpersonal Relations HED 576 Stress and Crisis Management Advanced courses (4 required courses) ODL 700 Organization Development: Theory and Application ODL 710 Intervention Skills: Strategy and Design ODL 780 Research Design and Evaluation ODL 785 Advanced Seminar The curriculum consists of 12 three-credit courses. The 36 credits are distributed as: Foundation courses (four courses/12 credits), Elective courses (four courses/12 credits), and Advanced courses (four courses/12 credits). Foundation courses (4 required courses) ODL 600 Adult Learning: Theory and Application ODL 605 Performance Consulting ODL 610 Adult Learning Methods ODL 615 Learning Design and Implementation Elective courses (6 elective courses required, choose from list below) Substitution is permitted with permission from the advisor. Foundation courses from the Organization Psychology concentration can be taken as electives. ODL 630 Leadership and Team Development ODL 640 Training and OD in Modern Organizations ODL 642 Facilitating Adult Learning ODL 644 Leadership Development: Methods for Training ODL 645 Leadership Principles ODL 646 Career Development: Theory and Practice ODL 647 Appreciative Inquiry: Theory and Practice of Positive Whole System Change ODL 648 Conflict and Negotiation ODL 675 Implementing Change ODL 680 Coaching and Mentoring Skills ODL 685 Seminar in Global Issues ODL 690 Creative Problem Solving and Critical Thinking Skills Organizational Psychology and Development The Organizational Psychology and Development concentration strengthens the ability of organization development practitioners, human resource professionals, project leaders, managers, change agents, internal and external consultants, mental health professionals, and individuals in career transition to develop assessment, planning, facilitation, coaching, and consulting skills in guiding and implementing change in individuals, groups, and organizations. The curriculum consists of 12 three-credit courses. The 36 credits are distributed as: Foundation courses (six courses/18 credits), Elective courses (two courses/6 credits), and Advanced courses (four courses/12 credits). 2 Graduate Studies, College of Arts and Sciences 3
Foundation courses (6 required courses) ODL 605 Performance Consulting ODL 660 Strategic Leadership ODL 620 Psychological Assessments ODL 625 Psychology of Executive Coaching or ODL 680 Coaching and Mentoring ODL 630 Leadership and Team Development or ODL 635 Seminar in Org Psych Issues or ODL 695 Organizational Change: Gestalt Approach Elective courses (2 elective courses required, choose from list below) Substitution is permitted with permission from the advisor. Foundation courses from the Adult Learning and Training concentration can be taken as electives. ODL 640 Training and OD in Modern Organizations ODL 642 Facilitating Adult Learning ODL 644 Leadership Development: Methods for Training ODL 645 Leadership Principles ODL 646 Career Development: Theory and Practice ODL 647 Appreciative Inquiry: Theory and Practice of Positive Whole System Change ODL 648 Conflict and Negotiation ODL 675 Implementing Change ODL 680 Coaching and Mentoring Skills ODL 685 Seminar in Global Issues ODL 690 Creative Problem Solving and Critical Thinking Skills ODL 695 Organization Consulting: A Gestalt Approach EDU 655 Interpersonal Relations HED 576 Stress and Crisis Management Advanced courses (4 required courses) ODL 700 Organization Development: Theory and Application ODL 710 Intervention Skills: Strategy and Design ODL 790 Research Design and Evaluation ODL 785 Advanced Seminar Organization Dynamics and Leadership The Organization Dynamics and Leadership concentration is designed to enhance the capability of project managers, educational leaders, government officials, supervisors, military officers, human resources administrators, executive coaches, and middle management in cultivating their ability to lead. It is designed for busy professionals who have a clear understanding of their education objectives and who want to earn their master s degree without interrupting their careers. The curriculum of the program focuses on the human side of business with training in organizational behavior, leadership development and personal growth. This program is an ideal option for people who already have an MBA or master s in another field and want to pursue a second master s in the human side of business. The curriculum consists of 12 three-credit courses. The 36 credits are distributed as: Foundation courses (three courses/9 credits) and Elective courses (nine courses/27 credits). Foundation courses (3 required courses) ODL 655 Organization Change, Culture and Learning ODL 670 Facilitative Leadership and Organization Development ODL 660 Strategic Leadership Elective courses (9 elective courses required, choose from list below) Substitution is permitted with permission from the advisor. ODL 605 Performance Consulting ODL 630 Leadership and Team Development ODL 640 Training and OD in Modern Organizations ODL 642 Facilitating Adult Learning ODL 644 Leadership Development: Methods for Training ODL 645 Leadership Principles ODL 646 Career Development: Theory and Practice ODL 647 Appreciative Inquiry: Theory and Practice of Positive Whole System Change ODL 648 Conflict and Negotiation ODL 675 Implementing Change ODL 680 Coaching and Mentoring Skills ODL 685 Seminar in Global Issues ODL 690 Creative Problem Solving and Critical Thinking Skills ODL 695 Organization Consulting: A Gestalt Approach EDU 655 Interpersonal Relations HED 576 Stress and Crisis Management 4 Graduate Studies, College of Arts and Sciences 5
Post-Master s Certificate in Adult Learning and Training, Organizational Psychology and Development, and Organization Dynamics and Leadership. Students who have earned a graduate degree can earn a Certificate through the successful completion of six courses/18 credits. All applicants for a MODL Certificate must follow the Admissions procedure for the MODL degree. Credits in the certificate program are transferrable to a master s degree program. Transferring courses from other colleges and universities is not applicable for the Certificate. Outcomes As a graduate of the MODL program, you will acquire a specialized skills set that will equip you with the necessary tools to guide positive change in your organization. Your skills set will be versatile and cross functional as you serve as a leader to create sustainable value for your company. Some of these knowledge areas include: Admission Requirements and Application Procedure Students seeking admission to the Organization Development and Leadership Graduate Program must have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university. In addition, applicants to the Adult Learning and Training concentration must have two or more years of professional work experience, those applying to Organizational Psychology and Development s must have four or more years of professional work experience, and those applying to the Organizational Dynamics and Leadership program must have a minimum of eight years professional work expereince. The recommended undergraduate GPA is 2.7. Applicants with minimal work expereince may have to, at the Program Director s discretion, submit Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or Miller Analogies Test (MAT) scores or request provisional status for admission. Executive coaching Facilitation skills Action learning methodology Performance evaluation & measurement Consulting methods Intervention skills Adult education theory & application Group process techniques Learning design and evaluation Facilitation skills To apply: Please complete the graduate online application at www.sju.edu/higherknowledge and submit the following additional documents to: Office of Graduate Operations, 5600 City Avenue, Application Requirements: A $35.00 non-refundable application fee. Official sealed transcripts of all coursework from each undergraduate and graduate institution attended. A letter of intention outlining the candidate s professional goals and educational objectives for attending the program of their choice. A current resume detailing professional work experience. Two letters of recommendation. An interview with the Program Director may be required after the application is completed. operates on a rolling admissions basis for graduate applications. Applications and supporting documents may be submitted to the Office of Graduate Operations at any time throughout the year for admission consideration. 6 Graduate Studies, College of Arts and Sciences 7
Financial Assistance Students applying for financial aid administered by must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). In order to be eligible for federal financial assistance, the applicant must be enrolled on a half-time basis (at least 6 credits per semester) and be a citizen of the United States or have permanent resident status. Stafford Loans are available through the University s Financial Assistance Office. Students are encouraged to visit the Office of Financial Assistance Web site at http://www.sju.edu/finaid for current information pertaining to applying for aid. Graduate Assistantships Application for graduate assistantships should be made to the Director of the MODL program, but applicants should be aware that assistantships are limited and highly competitive. Information For more information about the MODL program or its curriculum, please contact: Felice Tilin, Ph.D. Program Director 284 Merion Hall Phone: 610-660-1575 Email: ftilin@sju.edu For more information about admissions, please contact: Kate McConnell, MBA Director of Admissions and Retention Barbelin 110 Phone: 610-660-3184 Email: gradcas@sju.edu Mission The Jesuit ideal of cura personalis care of the whole person is evident in the Institute s commitment to students, who are respected as individuals in body, mind and spirit. As a preeminent Jesuit institution, s commitment to faith and social justice is upheld by the Institute s mission-driven curriculum, which encourages students to see value in their contributions as part of a larger effort to serve the common good. 8 Graduate Studies, College of Arts and Sciences 9