About the Program
The MOD program is a full-time master’s degree for people with less than two years of work experience, focused on developing problem-solving, critical thinking, and leadership skills for driving organizational change. It equips you to engage with diverse perspectives and guide transformative workplace change across sectors.
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Curriculum Focused on Evidence-Based Change Management
- Develop expertise in change management, organizational leadership, and evidence-based design.
- Build skills in communication, ethical practice, cultural competence, project management, and systems thinking.
- Receive practical training to tackle challenges in corporate, government, education, and non-profit sectors.
Accelerated Learning Experience
- Complete the full-time program in 10-12 months, starting in September and graduating by June.
- Option for Northwestern undergraduates to start earlier through the combined bachelor’s-MOD pathway.
- Attend classes designed for flexibility, with most in-person class meetings on Northwestern's Evanston campus and a few remote course options available.
Designed for Recent College Graduates
- College graduates with less than two years of full-time work experience are eligible to apply to this program.
- Prepares students for human-centered roles in HR, organizational development, and change management.
- Those with more than two years of work experience may consider the MSLOC program.
A Community that Values Learning and Organizational Change
- Join a network of passionate SESP students and alumni focused on impactful organizational change.
- Benefit from connections with faculty and peers in learning and organizational change fields.
MS in Organizational Dynamics Curriculum Overview
The MOD program develops expertise in change management, organizational leadership, and evidence-based design, while enhancing skills in communication, ethical practice, cultural competence, project management, and systems thinking. Practical training prepares you to address challenges across sectors, including corporate, government, education, and non-profit organizations.
Core courses across across people, organizations, and analysis & design
elective courses spanning consulting, human development, and design
Contact MOD
Phone Number: 847-491-7376
Email: [email protected]
Address:
1800 Sherman Avenue
Suite 3500
Evanston, IL 60208
Northwestern University