Courses

ODC 750 RESEARCH DESIGN & METHODS-QUALITATIVE   4.0 Credit(s)
This course expands student knowledge specific to qualitative methodologies within the social and behavioral sciences. Students will come to thoroughly understand the differences between methods and effectively identify the appropriate methodology that fits a given research project. Interviewing, case study and grounded theory approaches are emphasized.
Offered: Summer Semester All Years

ODC 765 ADVANCED RESEARCH DESIGN & METHODS   4.0 Credit(s)
This seminar focuses on the integration of your learning throughout the program, which will proceed throughout your dissertation research. This course focuses on that integration process through review of previous dissertations, exploration of advanced research methodology topics, discussion of the dissertation process with the faculty and other guests, and the completion of a multi-stage Dissertation Prospectus that will serve as an initial draft of your dissertation proposal. The prospectus will also be presented at a scholarly conference.
Offered: Spring Semester All Years

ODC 791 ODC-SHU TRANSFER AGREEMENT   52.0 Credit(s)
52 TRANSFER CREDITS FOR CABRINI ODC STUDENTS
Offered: Fall, Spring & Summer Sems All Years

ODC 751 INTERVENTION RESEARCH & ADVANCED QUAL.   2.0 Credit(s)
As a follow-on to ODC 750 (Qualitative Methods), this course is a natural continuation, focusing on the direct application of the six traditional qualitative inquiry approaches, and the combination & triangulation of qualitative methodologies. Using organization science scenarios, students engage in analytical processes to advance their knowledge and understanding of coding, interpretive analyses, and bias abatement, among other techniques. The application of qualitative inquiry in intervention research is covered and applied, exploring action research, design-based research, appreciative inquiry, and other intervention research methods. A broader exploration of advanced and nontraditional qualitative methods, including storytelling, qualitative meta-analysis, and cognitive ethnography are also introduced.
Offered: Fall Semester All Years

ODC 741 ADVANCED QUANTITATIVE APPLICATIONS   2.0 Credit(s)
As a follow-on to ODC 740 (Quantitative Methods), this course is a natural continuation, focusing on the direct application of quantitative methodologies and statistical tests for organizational research. The course is instructed through the combination of organization science scenarios and statistics software technology to engage students in quantitative research decision-making based on the content learned, and interpretation of single and combined quantitative approaches. Application of advanced quantitative methods for organization research, such as Structural Equation Modeling (SEM), are also introduced in this course.
Offered: Fall Semester All Years

ODC 721 SELF-AS-INSTRUMENT IN ORGANIZATIONS   2.0 Credit(s)
This experientially-focused course introduces Use-of-Self (UoS) and Self-as-Instrument Theory, a core competency across all OD competency frameworks, and its practical applications methods. The course examines the roots of UoS, including T-Groups, and explores the underlying practices related to or necessary for effective UoS practice, including emotional intelligence, self-awareness, situational awareness, mindfulness, relational intelligence, and presence, among others. Students will be engaged experientially in applying UoS methods and techniques for a variety of organizational contexts, including facilitation,consulting, leading, coaching, and research in organizations.
Offered: Spring Semester All Years

ODC 745 WORK PSYCHOLOGY AND ORG BEHAVIOR   4.0 Credit(s)
Organization development and change is rooted in the social,behavioral, and organizational sciences, and this course provides a comprehensive overview of the fundamentals of organizational behavior and Industrial-organizational psychology/work psychology, including the application of psychological theory relative to business, human resources development, and industrial work. The course also explores how these theories overlap with systems theory and other ODC theories and concepts to better understand the dynamics of change across organizational levels and contexts, including in organizational policy, talent acquisition, learning and development, organizational learning theory, occupational health psychology, work demand, and workplace relationships, among other topics. Students will explore these key concepts through various experiential learning activities and assignments.
Offered: Late Spring Semester All Years

SW 900 CONTINUOUS REGISTRATION   0.0 Credit(s)
Continuous registration in the SSW PhD program for students who have completed 9 credits of Dissertation Seminar but are still working on their dissertations. Students must be registered for this course to maintain enrollment in the SSW PhD program. Prerequisite: take SW-899
Offered: All Semesters All Years

AC ELEC ACCOUNTING ELECTIVE   1.0-9.0 Credit(s)

Offered: As Needed Contact Department

AC ELEC ACCOUNTING ELECTIVE   1.0-9.0 Credit(s)

Offered: As Needed Contact Department

AN ELEC ANTHROPOLOGY ELECTIVE   1.0-6.0 Credit(s)

Offered: As Needed Contact Department

AN ELECF ANTHRO. FOUNDATIONAL ELECTIVE   1.0-9.0 Credit(s)

Offered: As Needed Contact Department

AR ELEC ART-ELECTIVE   1.0-9.0 Credit(s)

Offered: As Needed Contact Department

AR ELECF ART FOUNDATIONAL ELECTIVE   1.0-9.0 Credit(s)

Offered: As Needed Contact Department

BI ELEC BIOLOGY ELECTIVE   1.0-9.0 Credit(s)

Offered: As Needed Contact Department