Masters Certificate in Organization Development and Change

Lead Change. Inspire Teams. Drive Lasting Impact.

In today’s organizations, transformation is constant: two‑thirds of leaders report three or more change programs running simultaneously, and 60 % say change is continuous or nearly so*. This program equips participants to meet this reality, blending deep OD expertise with practical tools, frameworks, and behavioral science techniques.

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Fees: $9,950
Length: 9 days of study over 2 months
Next Session: September 22, 2026 to
November 17, 2026
  • Location:
  • Online
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Masters Certificate in Organization Development and Change

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Learn to Assess, Design, and Implement Organizational Development Strategies

To drive bold, organization-wide impact in Canada today, OD practitioners are essential. They remain in high demand as organizations navigate transformational change and aim to improve organizational health and effectiveness. They engage in initiatives such as employee engagement, team and leadership development, strategic planning, organization design, and culture change, critical work that directly supports organizational objectives. 

This program was ranked by CourseCompare as a top Change Management program.

Supplement In-Class Instruction

To supplement in-class instruction, participants will apply program learnings and insights to coursework and readings outside the classroom.

DISCLAIMER: Schulich ExecEd requires a non-refundable deposit from all students as part of the enrolment process. Domestic students are required to submit a $1,000 deposit, while international students are required to submit a 50% deposit. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our advisors for assistance.

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Who is this Program For?

This program provides applied knowledge and experience to tackle these challenges. Through a cohort-based approach, you’ll explore OD theories, models, and practices at individual, team, and organizational levels, gaining practical tools, templates, and frameworks that can be applied immediately in the workplace. 

*Source: KPMG 

Program Overview

  • An introduction to organization development, this module covers all the key essentials to the OD and Change field.

     

    • OD principles, values, competencies
    • OD as a profession
    • Self as an “Instrument of change”
    • OD competency assessment
    • Process vs management consulting
    • Consulting Skills Inventory
    • Diagnostic vs dialogic OD
    • 5 Disciplines of a Learning Organization
    • Systems Thinking

  • This module has been designed to enable you to develop a systemic approach to managing and leading change.

     

    • Intro to “Action Research model”
    • Skill practice in:
      • Contracting
      • Data collection
      • Diagnosis
      • Feedback
      • Designing interventions
      • Planning change and interventions
      • Evaluation
      • Diagnostic models of change
    •  Application – Team Effectiveness

  • This module has been designed to enable you to develop a systemic approach to managing and leading change.

     

    • Aligning leadership, people systems and organizational structures
    • Change Implementation models
    • Drivers of change
    • Managing resistance to change
    • Change implementation tools
    • Change roles in OD
    • Leading change efforts

  • In this module, you will learn about various OD interventions including developing a leadership strategy, teaming and psychological safety.

     

    • Large Scale Interventions
    • Leadership Strategy
    • Group & Team Interventions
    • Psychological safety
    • Team Purpose & Team Norms

  • In this module you will learn about the leader’s role in creating culture and the levers for change.

     

    • Chocolate Factory Simulation
    • Culture Change
    • Levers for Change
    • Values

  • A strong talent strategy is essential for organizations to stay competitive in today’s evolving workforce landscape. This involves understanding key workforce challenges, planning effectively for future talent needs, and implementing strategic solutions that drive business success. Through practical insights and case-based learning, leaders can develop a workforce plan that aligns with organizational goals.

     

    • Understanding the Current Talent Landscape and Organizational Challenges
    • Identifying Elements of Workforce Planning
    • Creating and Presenting a Talent Strategy

  • This module will focus on enabling the learning to integrate their knowledge of OD and Change to:

     

    • Apply to a large-scale transformation (case study)
    • Dialogue with other applicants to get feedback from others on interventions they may use back in their own workplace
    • Review their knowledge and learning action plan from the modules and choose a peer coach

  • Fall 2026

    Masters Certificate in Organization Development and Change

    Course Dates Time
    Module 1: OD and Change Essentials (Day 1) 9/22/2026 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Module 1: OD and Change Essentials (Day 2) 9/29/2026 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Module 2: OD and Change Intensive (Day 1) 10/6/2026 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Module 2: OD and Change Intensive (Day 2) 10/13/2026 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Module 3: Leading Change 10/20/2026 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Module 4: OD Interventions 10/27/2026 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Module 5: Organizational Culture 11/3/2026 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Module 6: Talent Strategy and Workforce Planning 11/10/2026 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Module 7: OD Applications 11/17/2026 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Get Training in Marketable Skills

Change Management
Systems Thinking
Communication
Culture Change
Leadership Skills

Who Will Benefit

Mid-Career Leaders

Gain sought-after expertise in organization development and prepare for more senior positions in management, analysis or consultancy roles across a variety of industries, including organization development, human resources, education and change leadership.

Senior Leaders

Affect lasting organizational change and significantly improve performance with advanced organization development strategies and tools as a senior leader.

6 Reasons to Enrol

Amazing Education for Busy Professionals

Receive a Masters Certificate by attending one module every few weeks. Receive great learnings without putting your career on pause.

Stand Out from the Crowd

Get highly sought-after skills in organization development and prove yourself as an expert in a complex, competitive area of business.

Learn from the Pros

Train with top-rated Schulich ExecEd instructors who are consistently ranked among the world’s best.

Tackle Exciting Challenges

Apply your newly acquired skills to real-world situations and simulations. Gain strategies and tips you can immediately use in your position and organization.

Build a Meaningful Network

Connect with and learn from a limited class size of 25 participants across Canada with a shared ambition to be best-in-class in Organization Development.

Earn Higher Pay

Schulich ExecEd students gain the confidence, skills and perspective to attain better roles, launch new ventures, and lead their teammates.

What Difference Will You Make?

I found the program very valuable, particularly the resources and concepts I was introduced to. In many ways the classroom time felt like a primer for continued learning and an introduction to experts in the field. The scope…introduced [me] to many concepts with enough information to help me decide where I needed or wanted to focus my time on additional learning. I also appreciated the accessibility of the online program which enabled me to attend from Winnipeg. It has really opened up a world of learning opportunities for me.

- Shelley Malo

Faculty

Michelle Chambers,
M.Ed, CSODP, CHRL, CTDP, CTPC

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David Donaldson,
MCATD, CTDP, CMP, PMP

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Evelina Rog,
PhD, ACC

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Nancie Evans,
PhD

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Niloofer Balsara,
CEC, PCC

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What You Get

After completing a Masters Certificate in Organization Development and Change, you'll receive an authentic digital badge from the #1 business school in Canada that employers will recognize.

As more and more companies look for candidates with specific skills, this badge on your CV will be a credible assurance of your achievements and expertise, allowing the right roles to find you faster.

Masters Certificate

Awarded when a series of more extensive programs are completed and a greater skill set achieved.

PMI Credits

54 PMI-PDU

Successful completion of this program will earn PMI® Members, in good standing, Education PDU's in alignment with the PMI Talent Triangle. If this applies to you, you will receive a PDU Claim Code at the conclusion of your program. For more information on how to earn your PDU's, we recommend logging into your Continuing Certification Renewal System (CCRS) to report PDU's and view your certification records. Following this, if you require additional assistance, please contact PMI Support directly.

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