Master of Organizational Effectiveness

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The Master of Organizational Effectiveness (MOE) prepares professionals to drive strategic innovation, make data informed decisions, and incorporate people-centered change. MOE is a broad-based professional master's degree with specific concentrations that will support your career goals.

Prepare yourself to make an impact on your organization’s people, projects, clients, customers and communities by earning this professional master’s degree.

Program of Study

The Master of Organizational Effectiveness requires successful completion of 30 semester hours of graduate coursework with artificial intelligence (AI) literacy and project management skills woven throughout the program. You’ll take 4 required core courses (12 semester hours), 4 courses in a concentration of your choice (12 semester hours), and 2 additional electives (6 semester hours).

Concentrations

  • Data Analytics — Develops expertise and essential skills in the rapidly growing field of data analytics. Emphasizes the digital data-driven methods and tools used most frequently in professional environments and real-world contexts. Designed for both recent college graduates seeking entry-level positions and seasoned professionals taking on new data and business analytics roles and responsibilities.
  • Human Resource Management — Explores principles related to human resources with a specific focus on traditional functions like talent development, employment law, and compensation and benefits. It’s designed for professionals who are exploring new career options in HR, non-HR professionals who manage others, and HR professionals seeking professional development to expand their current knowledge.
  • Organizational Development and Change — Explores intersections among practices of leading an organization and human-centered approaches to being both a leader and a follower. The concentration blends leadership theory with practical application through real-world experiences across required and selected courses.
  • Organizations and Civil Society — Designed for professionals exploring career options in the nonprofit sector and social entrepreneurs as well as professionals with roles in program management, public policy, and community advocacy seeking professional development and to prepare for leadership roles.

MASTER OF ORGANIZATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS

Total: 30 semester hours.
No more than three classes from HRM 531U, HRM 534U, HRM 635U, HRM 638U, MLA 580U, MLA 581U, NPS 520U, and NPS 548U may apply to the degree, including concentration and elective coursework.

REQUIRED CORE
12 semester hours. It is recommended to begin with HRM 645U, ENGL 502U, or ISYS 507U. NPS 590U should be taken after all other degree requirements are met.

  • HRM645U Organizational Development and Change

  • ENGL502U Professional Communication

  • ISYS507U Advanced Data Literacy for Professionals

  • NPS590U Integrative Capstone

CONCENTRATIONS
Select your required concentration from the following options. With departmental approval, one or more of the courses in each of concentration can be replaced via substitution (e.g., independent study, selected topics course.)

  • Data Analytics
    12 semester hours. ISYS 504U should be taken in the concentration.

  • Human Resource Management
    18 semester hours. HRM 531U is recommended to be taken in the first two semesters of the program.

    • Concentration Required
      9 semester hours

      • HRM531U Human Resource Management

      • HRM532U Legal Issues in Human Resource Management

      • HRM635U Managing Compensation & Benefits

    • Concentration Choice Elective
      3 semester hours. Select 1 course from the following:

  • Organizational Development and Change
    18 semester hours. HRM 638U is recommended to be taken in the first two semesters of the program.

    • Concentration Required
      6 semester hours

      • HRM638U Leadership Theory and Applications

      • PSYC530U Organizational Psychology

    • Concentration Choice Electives
      6 semester hours. Select 2 courses from the following:

      • HRM531U Human Resource Management

      • HRM644U Diversity in Organizations

      • MLA500U Research Methods

      • MLA580U Leading Cooperative Teams

      • MLA581U High Performance Leadership

      • NPS520U Financial Management and Budget Development

      • NPS530U Law, Ethics and Governance

      • NPS548U Conflict Management and Group Dynamics

      • NPS562U Assessment and Program Evaluation

  • Organizations & Civil Society
    18 semester hours. NPS 501U is recommended to be taken in the first two semesters of the program.

    • Concentration Required
      3 semester hours

      • NPS501U Organizations & Community Change

    • Concentration Choice Electives
      9 semester hours. Select 3 courses from the following:

      • HRM531U Human Resource Management

      • HRM638U Leadership Theory and Applications

      • HRM644U Diversity in Organizations

      • MLA500U Research Methods

      • NPS520U  Financial Management and Budget Development

      • NPS530U Law, Ethics and Governance

      • NPS548U Conflict Management & Group Dynamics

      • NPS562U Assessment and Program Evaluation

      • NPS566U Public Policy and Advocacy

      • PSYC530U Organizational Psychology

ELECTIVES
6 semester hours. Select 2 courses from the list below based on the selected concentration.

  • Data Analytics Electives
    6 semester hours. Choose any two courses from those remaining in any MOE concentration or any ISYS 500-600 course.

  • Human Resource Management Electives
    6 semester hours. Select 2 courses from the following:

  • Organizational Development and Change Electives
    6 semester hours. Select 2 courses from the following:

  • Organizations & Civil Society Electives
    6 semester hours. Select 2 courses from the following:

Note: Additional elective may include other 500-600 level SPCS courses if pre-approved by the chair.

Outcomes

Graduates of the Master of Organizational Effectiveness program will be able to:

  • Investigate organizational issues and develop evidence-based solutions.
  • Apply advanced theoretical knowledge and adaptable skills to make an impact in your work, your organization, and the communities your organization serves.
  • Develop a final project that addresses a current problem facing an organization, integrating everything you’ve learned throughout the program.
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Academic & Student Support

Holistic support services that promote your success.

Academic advisors help with course planning.

Resources and study spaces of University Libraries available in person and online.

Academic support included with your tuition through the Weinstein Learning Center.

Comprehensive technology support for you and your devices.

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Flexibility

Designed with the flexibility that working professionals want and need.

Flexible Learning: Hybrid programs mix in-person and online learning formats.

Flexible Start Terms: Begin in the fall, spring, or summer – Choose whichever start term best fits your timeline.

Flexible Pace: Part-time students typically take 2 courses per term, but you’re free to adjust your pace to meet your personal and professional priorities.