Organizational Theory and Change Management

Catalog description

This course acquaints each student with theories and strategies of organizations that impact the leadership and organizational development of schools/universities. Students will examine the conceptual and operational steps organizations must take to manage change successfully. The course will critically analyze traditional and alternative assumptions about organizations, how they function, and why people in organizations behave as they do. The role of technology will be a primary viewpoint through the four major views of organizations. The course examines theoretical frameworks for 21st century learning organizations and the roles of technology. Open to EdD students only.