Organizational Transformation

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Treats methods, practices, and theory of organizational empowerment, quality management, process redesign, re-engineering, restructuring, and planned change. MNGMT 520 Organizational Transformation (3) The objective of this course is to review the current theory and practice of organizational development (OD), and applied field of social science. ODs primary aim is helping to improve the alignment between individuals and the organization, and between the organization and its environment in order to achieve greater effectiveness, performance, and stakeholder satisfaction. The course provides an overview of theories, research findings, approaches, and concepts of OD. Particular attention is paid to discussing practitioner-centered cases in OD. Large-scale, system-wide organizational development - usually one that involves a paradigm shift is often referred to as Organizational Transformation or Re-engineering. The paradigm shift often involves a re-conceptualization of management philosophies, principles, practices, and behavior leading to a high performing, empowering organization.