PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
Course Level: Graduate
This course provides students with the opportunity to practice consultation with local clients. Students develop their skills in client contact, contracting, diagnosis, intervention, feedback and follow-up, team building, and the delivery of services to a client, and become clearer about their own consultation style and level of expertise. Usually offered every term. Prerequisite: admission to the M.S. Organization Development program.
Course Level: Graduate
This course focuses on the theory and practice of consultation and coaching in organization development and change. Topics include roles and skills for change practitioners (internal/external consultant, manager, leader); process consultation; stages and tasks of the organization development consulting cycle; and an introduction to knowledge and skills for effective coaching of individuals and teams. Usually offered every term. Prerequisite: admission to MSOD program.