Organizational Development—Bachelor of Arts
Degree: Bachelor of Arts
Website: Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Development
College/School: School of Professional Studies
Apply to UIW: Application for the Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Development
Program Overview
The purpose of the Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Development degree program is to prepare students for challenges related to improving organizational effectiveness and efficiency by increasing the capacity for individuals, groups and organizations to adapt to change. This includes those interested in becoming OD practitioners, as well as those desiring to learn approaches for introducing new methods or practices in the workplace, and in helping organizations solve problems and achieve goals.
In addition to building a foundation in business/business management, and developing competencies in key OD activities, the student will develop important skills in critical thinking, problem solving, technology and business communication.
Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Development Degree Plan
UIW Undergraduate Core Curriculum
UIW core coursework is required. Review the Undergraduate Core Curriculum Here and review the degree plans for each concentration for scheduling of the core curriculum classwork. In addition, 45 Community Service hours are part of all bachelor's degree programs. See Community Service.
UIW Core Curriculum for the School of Professional Studies
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| Composition and Rhetoric |
6 credit hours |
| Literature and Art |
6 credit hours |
| Science and Mathematics |
7 credit hours |
| History and Social Sciences |
6 credit hours |
| Philosophy and Religion |
9 credit hours |
| Second Language |
6 credit hours |
| Wellness and Physical Education |
3 credit hours |
Computer Literacy
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3 credit hours
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46 total core credit hours |
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| Community Service |
45 clock hours (non-credit) |
Business Core Coursework
| ACC 2311 | Financial Accounting | 3 |
| BIS 2325 | Business Information Processing | 3 |
| MGT 3340 | Concepts and Functions of Management | 3 |
| MGT 3354 | Theories and Concepts of Personnel Management | 3 |
| MGT 4355 | Organizational Behavior | 3 |
| MSC 3370 | Statistical Analysis of Business | 3 |
| MSC 3371 | Models of Management Science | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 21 |
Organizational Development Coursework
Electives
Complete this degree plan with electives as needed to to meet the 120 credit hour degree program requirement.
Total Credit Hours: 120
A minimum of 120 credit hours are required to complete the Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Development degree.