3 credits
Fall 2026 Lecture Distance Learning Upper Division
This course introduces students to the principles and practices of leading organizational change. Students will learn how to assess readiness for change, design strategic change initiatives, and implement them effectively across a variety of contexts. Topics include change management frameworks, stakeholder engagement, motivation and resistance, ethical challenges, and sustaining long-term change. Through a mix of cases, simulations, and team-based projects, students will gain experience applying change leadership strategies in real-world settings.
Learning Outcomes1Analyze an organization’s culture and readiness for change, using diagnostic tools and frameworks.
2Apply evidence-based models of change leadership to design effective change initiatives.
3Evaluate the role of motivation and influence tactics in driving employee commitment and overcoming resistance to change.
4Identify ethical challenges in organizational change efforts and propose responsible leadership strategies.
5Develop a strategic plan for organizational change that includes stakeholder engagement, communication, and sustainability tactics.
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made by Purdue students.