What you'll learn studying Organizational Change Leadership at UW-Platteville
Cultivate your leadership skills to drive positive organizational change Increasing competition and changing customer and employee demographics require organizations to continually rethink how they approach problems and opportunities. University of Wisconsin-Platteville was the first change leadership program on the market in 2012, and we continue to lead the field in preparing change leaders.
You'll explore the practical applications of organizational leadership skills and develop your expertise in critical thinking, decision-making, communication, conflict resolution, and creative problem solving to prepare you for high-level roles in any industry. Courses are taught by professionals with industry experience and academic credentials, bringing you the best of both theory and practice.
The organizational change leadership online master’s degree is 30-33 credits and can be completed in 16 months for a cost of $22,522.* For those looking to quickly enhance their professional profile, consider the certificate in organizational change leadership.
*Subject to change without notice.
Careers in organizational change leadership
Organizational change leaders work as consultants or as full-time employees of organizations. These professionals are charged with the creation and implementation of strategic business initiatives, with the goal achieving desired outcomes.
Responsibilities could include conducting an analysis of the business’s status quo, determining where and how changes can be most effective and beneficial, communicating with internal and external stakeholders, and evaluating effectiveness of changes after implementation.
Earning a master’s degree or certificate in organizational change leadership will prepare you for enhanced change leadership skills in your current role or propel you to a new role. Potential careers include
- Organizational change strategist
- Change management consultant
- Management analyst
- Business and management consultant
- Project manager
- Leadership development coach
- Employee engagement manager/director
- Director/manager of people and culture
Customize your degree
Choose one of four emphasis areas to customize your degree.
- Consulting
- Healthcare
- Human resources
- Project management
Flexibility
- 24/7 access online
- Multiple start dates
- Courses are offered in an asynchronous 8-week format.
- Small class sizes that offer learning that is applicable in your current or new role.
Discover by doing
UW-Platteville’s Organizational Change Leadership program is student-centric. Coursework follows an experiential learning model designed to bridge your experience and education to your future career. Opportunities to deepen your knowledge and skills in a hands-on way make UW-Platteville a smart investment for an organizational change leadership degree in Wisconsin.
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Graduate Certificate in Organizational Change Leadership
Lead organizational change with the tools, knowledge, and skills to meet the challenges of today's ever-changing workplace. Learn to identify ways to affect change positively, how individual and group behavior relate to an organization's structure and goals, and how to apply strategies in a dynamic environment. The credit you earn from this certificate can be applied toward completing the online Master of Science in Organizational Change Leadership program.
Credit for Prior Learning
Has previous life experience already helped you build knowledge and skills applicable to your studies? If so, we want to recognize that—and help you save time and money in the process. Speak with an admission counselor to see if your previous experience qualifies.
Professional Credentials
We recognize value in your professional experience. Advanced standing in the Organizational Change Leadership program may be awarded by earning:
American Society of Training and Development
Certified Professional in Learning and Performance
Students who have earned the Certified Professional in Learning and Performance credential with the American Society of Training and Development may satisfy three graduate-level elective credits.
For more detailed information, please review the agreement.
Association for Change Management Professionals
Certified Change Management Professional
Students who have earned the Certified Change Management Professional credential with the Association for Change Management Professionals may satisfy the OCL 7330 Organizational Change Leadership: Theory and Practice requirement equating to three graduate-level credits.
For more detailed information, please review the agreement.
Human Resource Certification Institute
Global Professional in Human Resources
Students who have earned the Global Professional in Human Resource credential with the Human Resource Certification Institute may satisfy six graduate-level elective credits.
For more detailed information, please review the agreement.
Professional in Human Resource
Students who have earned the Professional in Human Resource credential with the Human Resource Certification Institute may satisfy three graduate-level elective credits.
For more detailed information, please review the agreement.
Senior Professional in Human Resource
Students who have earned the Senior Professional in Human Resource credential with the Human Resource Certification Institute may satisfy six graduate-level elective credits.
For more detailed information, please review the agreement.
Prosci
Change Management Certification
Students who have earned the Change Management Certification with Prosci may satisfy three graduate-level elective credits.
For more detailed information, please review the agreement.
Society for Human Resource Management
Certified Professional
Students who have earned the Certified Professional credential with the Society for Human Resource Management may satisfy three graduate-level elective credits.
For more detailed information, please review the agreement.
Senior Certified Professional
Students who have earned the Senior Certified Professional credential with the Society for Human Resource Management may satisfy three graduate-level elective credits.
For more detailed information, please review the agreement.
If you hold this professional credential, be sure to connect with an admission counselor to learn how it aligns with your MSOCL degree.
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Courses
Requirements may be subject to change without notice
Start Dates and Timelines
To ensure you are admitted for the semester you intend to start on your degree, you'll want to submit your application and supporting materials by:
Spring: January 15
Summer: May 15
Fall: August 15
Academic Calendar
Find important University of Wisconsin-Platteville dates such as the beginning and end of each semester, breaks in the semester, final exams, and deadlines for dropping or adding classes using our academic calendar. Spring and fall semesters are each 16 weeks in which students can take two 8-week courses; the summer semester is 12 weeks with one 8-week course opportunity available.
Transfer Information
UW-Platteville allows for students to transfer up to 12 credits of previously taken graduate coursework. Credits need to have been earned from a nationally or regionally accredited institution recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation and approved by UW-Platteville program faculty. You’ll want to be sure to let your admission counselor know if you have earned credits previously.
Established Transfer Agreements
University of California-Irvine Division of Continuing Education
Human Resource Management Certificate: You are eligible for up to nine credits if you have completed the Human Resource Management Certificate. With approved transfer credits, you will need to complete 21–27 credits at UW-Platteville to earn your MSOCL degree.
If you have completed this certificate, be sure to connect with an admission counselor to learn how it aligns with the MSOCL degree.
For more detailed information, please review the agreement and see the course list.
Organizational Leadership and Communication Certificate: You are eligible for up to nine credits if you have completed the Organizational Leadership and Communication Certificate. With approved transfer credits, you will need to complete 21–27 credits at UW-Platteville to earn your MSOCL degree.
If you have completed this certificate, be sure to connect with an admission counselor to learn how it aligns with the MSOCL degree.
For more detailed information, please review the agreement and see the course list.
