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Case Western Reserve University: Weatherhead School of Management

MS in Positive Organizational Development and Change (MPOD)

 

Admission Information


Phase I – Take a Closer Look
There are several ways to get additional information on the MPOD Program:

  • Attend an Open House – An open house is a great opportunity to meet current students, alumni and faculty and ask any questions you may have. Open houses are held at the Peter B. Lewis Building.
  • Arrange an Information Interview – An informational interview is especially valuable to individuals who are evaluating program costs (time and expense) and benefits (career advancement and learning experience). The interview allows us to address your specific questions about the MPOD program. You can schedule an informal one-on-one information session with a member of the MPOD staff.
  • Visit an MPOD Class – Be a student for a day. Arrange a class visit and experience life as an MPOD student— minus the homework. A class visit allows you to interact with faculty and current participants in an academic setting.

Phase II – Application Process
Participants are admitted to the program once a year. Admission to the MPOD program is based on the following criteria:

  • Minimum of 10 years of work experience, with job opportunities related to organization change efforts.
  • Time and willingness to make a 19-month commitment to attend residencies, online group meetings and 12-15 hours of personal study per week.
  • Evidence of ability to complete graduate level coursework.
  • Potential for advancement into roles where you will impact strategic organizational change.
     Component Submitted
  Completed Application  
  Three Recommendations  
  Official Transcripts*, which are to be sent directly to Case by each
college or university attended. Document copies are not accepted.
 
  $50 Non-Refundable Application Fee  
  Personal Statement  
  Applicant Interview
Following the receipt of all application materials listed above, an
interview will be scheduled (in person or via phone) to evaluate
the applicant’s objectives and experience, and overall fit with the
MPOD Program objectives.
 


Application
The application can be completed online.


Application Deadline
The application deadline to guarantee placement in the MPOD program starting this fall is June 1st. However, ours is a rolling admissions process and applications are accepted until each class is filled. After that time, applicants will be placed on a wait list until a place in the class becomes available.