The Organizational Development and Leadership minor imparts critical organizational and analytical skills that are key drivers of organizational effectiveness for individuals who are in leadership roles or seeking them. This 18-credit program of study incorporates theory and practice in the areas of organizational leadership, problem-solving and decision-making, managing change and conflict, strategic thinking, and other selected course topics.
Learning Outcomes
- Develop skills to cultivate and leverage interpersonal and professional relationships to achieve organizational goals.
- Analyze possible causes for conflict in professional situations and propose productive scenarios for resolution.
- Apply analytical and strategic thinking methodology to systematically solve problems, make decisions, and navigate change.
Required courses (6 credits):
- ODL 301 Analysis and Decision Models for Leaders (3)
- ODL 372 Organizational Leadership (3)
Choose 4 classes (12 credits) from below:
- ODL 303 Introduction to Change Management (3)
- ODL 313 Strategic Leadership (3)
- ODL 319 Global Leadership (3)
- ODL 320 Coaching for Leaders (3)
- ODL 335 Conflict Management (3)
- ODL 425 Design Thinking for Organizations (3)
Admission Requirements
- The minor is open to Syracuse University undergraduate students in good standing with the approval of their home college.
- Must enter program no later than first semester of junior year.
- Not available for students in The Martin J. Whitman School of Management.
If you have additional questions about a specific minor, please speak with your academic advisor or email profstudiesminors@syr.edu.