Organizational Performance and Change Master of Education in Education and Human Resource Studies
The Organizational Performance and Change master's degree is designed for managers and human resource professionals who are responsible for optimizing human capital, managing change and improving organizational performance. The course work addresses skill development and understanding related to strategic performance management, as well as organizational change issues and processes.
This program has proven to prepare individuals to meet the requirements for success while contributing to the strategic initiatives of their company. The program encourages you to address real-world business issues and to apply concepts and ideas to your company and current business challenges. Enjoy the benefits and prestige of being part of the most popular master's degree at Colorado State.
Benefits
Earn an accredited master's degree at a "Top Tier" University, as ranked by U.S. News and World Report's "America's Best Colleges and Universities."
- Learn in a challenging academic program guided by distinguished faculty and leading practitioners.
- Network with fellow students in a cohort program who are experienced professionals from diverse backgrounds.
- Build upon and share relevant knowledge and work experience.
- Gain immediate knowledge through relevant action-oriented curriculum.
- Complete the degree in two years while maintaining your busy schedule at work and home.
You can join the Denver Center Student Chapter affiliated with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). This designation provides substantial benefits to you including scholarships, research, HR publications, and networking opportunities with high-level HR professionals.
Being a part of this program and a part of SHRM has changed me entirely. My confidence has increased dramatically. I have a much clearer image of what I want to do and where I want to go. I also have gained an invaluable sense of myself and how I work and interact with others and how to proactively work with others. Finally, being involved in this program has afforded many significant opportunities - i.e., a scholarship, networking, applicable education, and friendships.
– Meghan Cave
Who Should Attend
- Mid-level managers and professionals aspiring to become strategic partners.
- Human resource and training professionals seeking to increase their credibility.
- Professionals ready to enhance their knowledge of performance improvement strategies.
- Change agents responsible for organizational communications who are committed to enhancing their competency.
- Organizational development professionals with traditional knowledge who want to broaden their knowledge base.
- Individuals seeking a career change to expand opportunities and increase marketability.
Program Curriculum
Classes meet one evening per week from 5 pm - 9:30 pm and are scheduled in three 10-week sessions per year. Read the course descriptions.
I could not do what I am doing right now without going through the OPC program. I am using everything that was taught and the "real life" practice we obtained from our "homework" throughout the program is paying great dividends in my work. What I learned and how I am using the learning is impacting my clients in a positive, proactive, and strategic way.
- Jon Drogheo, Human Resources Consultant
Fall 2008, August - November
- EDOD 669 - Performance Management (3 cr.)
- EDOD 506 - Human Resource Development (3 cr.)
Spring 2009, January - March
- EDCO 500 - Career and Employment Concepts (3 cr.)
- EDOD 671 - Performance Consulting and Causal Analysis (3 cr.)
Summer 2009, April - June
- EDOD 667 - Power, Politics and Influence in Organizations (3 cr.)
- MGT 611 - Management of Organization Development (3 cr.)
Fall 2009, September - November
- EDRM 602 - Action Research (3 cr.)
- EDOD 665 - HRD Consultation and Analysis of Organizations (3 cr.)
What I really love about the OPC program is its versatility. You receive a knowledge base that can be used in many industries and you do not get pigeon-holed into one area. Whether you are interested in Education, Leadership, Administration, or Human Resources, you are prepared!
- Ryan Ross, Stirred Up Enterprises
Spring 2010, January - March
- EDOD 672 - Change Facilitation (3 cr.)
- EDOD 668 - Learning Transfer (3 cr.)
Summer 2010, April - June
- EDOD 670 - Strategic Human Resource Development (3 cr.)
- EDRM 698 - Research (3 cr.)
Profile of Faculty
Instructors from the Fort Collins campus create a blend of academic and professional perspectives.
Jerry W. Gilley, Ed.D.
Professor, Program Chair
Organizational Performance and Change
Ann Maycunich Gilley, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Organizational Performance and Change
Pam Dixon-Krausse, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Organizational Development and Learning Transfer
Thomas J. Chermack
Assistant Professor
Organizational Performance and Change
Rich Feller, Ph.D.
Professor, University Distinguished Teaching Scholar
Career Development and Planning
Jeff Boulter
Instructor
Management
Donald L. Venneberg,
Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Organizational Performance and Change
Alina M. Waite
Instructor
Organizational Performance and Change
The OPC program at CSU was a life changing program not only professionally but personally. It helped me focus my career by providing me with the tools necessary to grow within my profession. But even more importantly I was able to build friendships with others in the program that will help for a lifetime. I strongly recommend this program to anyone looking to grow as a person.
– Dave Morante
Application and Admission Requirements
This program follows Track II Admission requirements and procedures.
Admission to this master's program is based on a number of factors, including an evaluation of the application components and the approval of the Graduate School of Colorado State University.
I was able to apply something from every class into my day-to-day job. Unlike other Master's programs, the OPC program allows for actual application — not just theory. All of the instructors brought real-world experience to the classes, allowing for expanded insight into the courses they taught.
– Beth McCane
More Information
Pam Nicholson, PHR
(303) 376-2602
(303) 573-6318
pnicholson@learn.colostate.edu
Degree at a Glance
Location
Denver Center
410 17th St, Ste. 1400
Denver, CO 80202
Total Credits
36 credits
Tuition
$18,540 (financial aid available)
Time Frame
This is a two-year program with courses meeting one evening per week.
Classes begin September 2008 with graduation ceremonies in 2010. Application deadline is July 1, 2008.
Designed For
Individuals preparing for roles and responsibilities within the mid-management and operational levels of business and industry, government, military, medical, social service, and nonprofit organizations to grow and develop a workforce and to work as change agents within an organization.