2008-2009 Academic Catalog - Queens University of Charlotte

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OCOM 645 Advanced Coaching Theories
This course is a survey of advanced and contemporary theories in the study of organizational
coaching and of the leading scholars and practitioners who have made important contributions
to the field. Topics will include formal and informal coaching relationships; internal and external
practices; and, advance coaching-related skill development. Students will develop coaching
skills through in-class and out-of-class practice. Prerequisite: OCOM640 or permission of
instructor. 3 Hrs.
OCOM 650 Independent Study
A program of directed readings and a research project. Requires approval of the supervising
professor and department chair. 1-3 Hrs.
OCOM 665 International Experience
During this course, students participate in a ôhands-onö exploration of the communication environment
of a country or countries in Europe, Asia, Africa, Latin America or North America, with
particular attention to the effect of the communication culture on organizations. Course requirements
include attendance at pre-trip seminars and completion of all course assignments after
the conclusion of the travel experience. 3 Hrs.
GRADUATE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
OCOM 675 Capstone in Organizational Communication
This is the capstone course of the program. The course requires, through intensive case study,
the integration of the major theories and principles from each of the preceding courses so that
the student creates a defining perspective of the entire program of study. The preparation of an
integrative project is required. Prerequisites: OCOM 602, OCOM 604, one course from each
of the three clusters, and at least 9 hours of electives. 6 Hrs.
ORGANIZATION DEVELOPMENT
ODEV 601 Applied Research Meth and Stats
This course serves as an introduction to graduate study in OD and provides students with a
foundation for scholarly research. This course introduces students to applied research methods,
statistics, quantitative and qualitative analyses. Special focus is given to research methods
utilized in the social sciences which provide a fuller description and understanding of human
behavior and dynamics of change in organizational life. Pass/Fail 3 Hrs.
ODEV 602 Behavorial Factors in Finance
This course introduces the "language of business" by providing the basic concepts, principles
and analytical techniques in financial management. Topics include formulating financial objectives,
short-term financial analysis, financial forecasting and planning. Special attention is paid
to the individual, group and organizational dynamics of decision making in finance and accounting.
Pass/Fail 3 Hrs.
ODEV 625 Introduction to Organization Development
This course provides an overview of organizational development, including its history, ethics, literature,
and the principal behavioral theories on which it is based. Analysis of the consultation
process includes the skills and techniques involved in entry, contracting, organizational scanning,
and preliminary diagnosis, as well as such individual and intra-group interventions coaching,
process consultation, teaming and behavior modeling. 3 Hrs.
ODEV 626 Adv Topics in Org Development
Building on ODEV 625, this advanced graduate seminar explores cutting practices and findings
in the field of organization development. Students participate in an applied OD effort that
includes data collection and analysis, and client feedback. Special attention will be paid to the
impact of emerging trends such as innovation and complexity theory on best practices in
change management. 3 Hrs.