Lead, Design, and Innovate to Empower Organizations Calling
Transfer Students
HUMAN AND ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT, BACHELOR OF ARTS
Bring effective learning into the business or nonprofit world. Find out the best practices and theory for developing learning programs for adult learners across different environments.
You'll also explore the best ways to develop and adapt instructional programs to not just help individuals grow, but to advance the organization’s goals. An internship ensures you leave with hands-on experience.
Our program blends insights from psychology, sociology, and management to foster a deep understanding of human behavior within organizations Our experiential learning opportunities empower you with informed, compassionate leadership that helps individuals and organizations thrive.
120-credits Face-to-face and online, can be completed part-time
Develops skills in planning, developing, and evaluating learning programs for adult learners
COURSEWORK
Learn to assess, evaluate, and adapt instructional programs to meet the needs of adult learners and organizations. Gain hands-on experience both in the classroom and through on-the-job internships, working with diverse learner groups
CAREER PATHS
Human Resource Development Specialist
Employee Engagement Coordinator
Instructional Design Specialist
Community Outreach Coordinator
Organizational Development Consultant
Training and Development Coordinator
Project Management
TRANSFER-FRIENDLY
Transfer admission requirements:
Completion of Associate of Arts, Associate of Arts & Sciences, Associate of Science, or Associate of Fine Arts waive VCU General Education requirements
Minimum cumulative GPA of 2 5
Over 40 credits of OPEN electives to maximize your transfer courses
Deadlines for Transfer Students
Fall Start: Apply by March 17 (preferred)
Spring Start: Apply by November 1
Rolling admissions all year for all terms Apply Here: bit.ly/TransferToVCU
TRANSFER MAP
YEAR 1: EXPLORE
Meet with your community college advisor to plan your associate degree courses and enroll in required coursework and General Education requirements Utilize tutoring resources, and explore financial aid options, ensuring your FAFSA or VASA is submitted on time
YEAR 2: EXPERIENCE
Meet with your advisor to finalize your associate degree plans. Submit a transcript review request with the VCU School of Education, research scholarships, check eligibility or the Two-Year College Transfer Grant, and submit your FAFSA or VASA on time
YEAR 3: EXPERIENCE
Grow your skills on LinkedIn Learning, meet with advisors for graduation and career planning, explore library resources, consider studying abroad, and research School of Education scholarships
YEAR 4: EXCEL
Complete your 125 hour internship, apply for graduation, and build your brand and network as you prepare for your next career steps
