Organization Development Graduate Certificate
Our fully online graduate certificate in organization development will help you learn how to improve an organization’s success and productivity.
- Offered 100% Online.
- 6 months to 1 year
- 12 credit hours
- No thesis required
- No foreign language credits required
Motivate Others in the Workplace
Help organizations adapt to changing environments. Our Organization Development graduate certificate teaches you to improve an organization’s productivity and success. You’ll learn how to increase employee development and implement positive organizational changes. Discover ways to create a healthier workplace that addresses the needs of all employees.
What Are My Job Opportunities?
Our graduate certificate equips you with the skills to lead initiatives that enhance organizational effectiveness, drive strategic planning and manage change.
Career Possibilities
Current Median Salaries from US DOL Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2023
Program Details
Our program provides you with the tools to enhance organizational performance, lead effective change and implement strategic initiatives that drive success.
What Will I Learn?
You will have the opportunity to gain experience in a number of key areas.
Organizational Assessment
Develop the skills to assess organizational challenges, analyze structures and processes, and identify improvement opportunities to drive growth.
Change Management
Learn effective strategies for leading and managing change, addressing resistance and ensuring smooth transitions during organizational shifts.
Conflict Resolution
Master techniques for managing and resolving conflicts within organizations, promoting collaboration and a positive work environment.
Data-Driven Decision Making
Learn how to leverage data and analytics to drive informed decisions, measure performance and assess the effectiveness of organizational strategies.
Taking Classes
Our 12-hour Organization Development Graduate Certificate builds on your current qualifications to prepare you for leadership roles in enhancing organizational effectiveness and managing change.
100% Online
The program is offered entirely online, providing flexibility for working professionals to complete coursework at their convenience. Please refer to the schedule of classes for the latest details on course availability and timings.
Note: Starting in Spring 2026, we will no longer be offering all courses in a single semester.
Curriculum
Our Organization Development Graduate Certificate is tailored for professionals engaged in organizational change and performance improvement careers. The curriculum emphasizes the evolving nature of the organization’s development field, which is influenced by globalization, demographic shifts and technological advancements. Gain expertise in action research models, organizational leadership, multicultural issues and work engagement. Upon completion, you’ll be prepared for roles in organization development, culture and employee engagement across various sectors, including profit and nonprofit organizations, government agencies and educational institutions.
To earn our certificate, you must complete these four courses:
- OLT 514 Organization Development
- OLT 515 Cultural Issues in Organizations
- OLT 516 Fundamentals of Work Engagement
- OLT 553 Organizational Leadership
For more information, please get in touch with Dr. Kibum Kwon or call 903.886.5582.
Finding My Community
We believe that education thrives in an environment where collaboration, support, and mutual respect flourish. Our community of students and professors embodies these values, creating an enriching and dynamic atmosphere for learning and growth. Our students come from a variety of backgrounds and bring a wide range of experiences and perspectives to the table. Our professors are not only experts in their respective fields but also dedicated mentors who are committed to guiding and nurturing the next generation of scholars.
Tony Lee, Ph.D.
Faculty
David V. Tolliver, III, Ph.D.
Faculty
Anjum Najmi, Ph.D.
Faculty
Student Organizations
As an East Texas A&M University student, you can connect with professional organizations like the Organization Development Network (ODN), which provides networking, resources and career growth opportunities in organizational development.
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Financing My Future
East Texas A&M is one of the most affordable colleges around the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. Our tuition rates are some of the most competitive in Texas.
Cost Before Financial Aid
$3,669
for Texas residents
/
$7,341
For non-residents
Tuition and fees for graduate students taking nine credit hours are $3,669 for Texas residents and $7,341 for non-residents. But don’t worry: there are many ways you can get aid, such as scholarships, financial aid, assistantships and more.
Additional Fees May Apply
- Online Courses ($50 per hour)
- Remote Locations ($20 per hour)
- Lab Fees ($5 – $30 per course)
Financial Aid
Financial aid includes a variety of programs, like scholarships, federal and state grants, and federal and state work-study programs. Find out how you may be eligible for scholarships, grants, loans and/or a graduate assistantship.
On-Campus Employment Opportunities
Gain hands-on experience in human resources, organizational development, and event coordination while earning income and supporting your career growth.
Graduate assistant teaching (GAT), graduate assistant research (GAR), and graduate assistant non-teaching (GANT) assistantships at East Texas A&M offer financial support and professional development for graduate students. Assistantships are available in academic and non-academic departments.
How Do I Get Started?
If you have not already done so, complete the Request Information form. You will be connected with your enrollment specialist, who can answer your questions. When you’re ready, go ahead and follow the steps below to apply.
Admissions Requirements
To be considered for admission, you must first meet the following criteria.
- GPA minimum 2.5
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Admission Process
Once admitted, you must:
- Earn a 3.0 GPA on all required coursework (No course substitutions may be applied on graduate certificates)
- Submit a Completion of Certificate Request while taking your final graduate certificate courses.
- Create an account or login if you already have one
- Complete your profile section first once you log into your account
- Select “School Search” and select East Texas A&M
- Choose the semester you wish to begin
- Pay the $50 application fee.
Wait to receive an application confirmation email before proceeding to the next step.
- Within two business days of your application, the Graduate School will send a confirmation email to the personal email account you used for ApplyTexas.
Submit the following documents after you receive an application confirmation email.
- Upload your documents at myLeo > Apps > Check Admissions Application Status & Test Scores or email your documents to your graduate coordinator unless otherwise specified below.
Your Graduate Coordinator
Contact your previous institution(s) and request that they send your official transcripts to your graduate coordinator.
- We recommend that you request transcripts for all of your academic work.
All international transcripts must be evaluated and the evaluation submitted to the Graduate School.
We accept evaluations sent directly from the following Agencies.
If a WES ICAP or equivalent is submitted, we will not need the official transcripts to be submitted separately.
If a normal evaluation is submitted, official original transcripts with all marksheets will still need to be submitted.
If your institution is unable to submit a digital copy, hard copies may be mailed to:
East Texas A&M University
Attn: Graduate School
PO Box 3011
Commerce, Texas 75429-3011
We will need official/original documents. If those documents are the only copies you have, the Graduate School can mail them back to you upon request. Contact your graduate coordinator for more information.
Review the Application Packet for more information.
Look for application updates in myLeo > Apps > Check Application Status
- Once an admission decision has been made, you will receive an email to your student email account at myLeo > Apps > Leomail.
- Apply for scholarships and graduate assistantships once you are admitted.
- Apply for financial aid by submitting a FAFSA and sending it to school code 003565.
- Contact your financial aid advisor with any questions.
Once registration opens and you are eligible to enroll, your graduate enrollment specialist will contact you to complete registration.
- View your degree plan in DegreeWorks.
- To register for classes, go to myLeo > Student Resources > Registration Menu.
Contact your graduate enrollment specialist if you have any questions regarding your degree plan and registration.
Your Graduate Enrollment Specialist
Note: International students interested in graduate certificates must do so in conjunction with a graduate degree.
- Create an account or login if you already have one
- Complete your profile section first once you log into your account
- Select “School Search” and select East Texas A&M
- Choose the semester you wish to begin
- Pay the $75 application fee
Wait to receive an application confirmation email before proceeding to the next step.
- After you submit your application, the Graduate School will send a confirmation email within two business days to the personal email account you used for ApplyTexas.
Submit the following documents after you receive an application confirmation email.
- Upload your documents at myLeo > Apps > Check Admissions Application Status & Test Scores or email your documents to your graduate coordinator unless otherwise specified below.
Your Graduate Coordinator
- Contact your previous institution(s) and request that they send your official transcripts to:
East Texas A&M University
Attn: Graduate School
2600 S. Neal St.
Commerce, Texas 75428
We will need official/original documents. If those documents are the only copies you have, the Graduate School can mail them back to you upon request. Contact your graduate coordinator or more information.
Review the Application Packet for more information.
Look for application updates in myLeo > Apps > Check Application Status
- Once an admission decision has been made, you will receive an email to your student email account at myLeo > Apps > Leomail.
- Apply for scholarships and graduate assistantships once you are admitted.
- Apply for financial aid by submitting a FAFSA and sending it to school code 003565.
- Contact your financial aid advisor with any questions.
Once registration opens and you are eligible to enroll, your graduate enrollment specialist will contact you to complete registration.
- View your degree plan in DegreeWorks.
- To register for classes, go to myLeo > Student Resources > Registration Menu.
Contact your graduate enrollment specialist if you have any questions regarding your degree plan and registration.
Your Graduate Enrollment Specialist
I Still Have Questions
We are here to help! Send us an email. We can answer your questions and assist you in the application process.
Contact Us
- Higher Education and Learning Technologies
- 903.886.5618
- [email protected]
- Young Education North #126
- P.O. Box 3011
- Commerce, TX 75429-3011