Division of adult and external studies (DAES)
M. Moretto, Director of DAES
Introduction
The Division of Adult and External Studies offers quality education designed
for adult learners. It reflects the distinctive standards of academic excellence,
in a friendly environment of professional support, that characterizes Goshen
College. Two different majors are available:
The organizational leadership program prepares learners to lead effectively
within an organization. Through a thoughtful blend of theory and application,
learners are able to understand what works – and why. Solid textbooks, experienced
faculty, and the formal and informal life experiences of participants enable
learners to be challenged to grow as leaders – and as people. Visit the DAES
Web site at www.goshen.edu/daes/Home.
The bachelor of science in nursing program is for persons who have already
completed an R.N. program. For more information about the R.N. to B.S.N.
program, including specific graduation requirements, see the nursing department
pages.
Organizational Leadership Program faculty members are full-time professors
at Goshen College or adjunct professors from local businesses who teach in
their area of expertise. For nursing faculty, see the Goshen College nursing
department pages.
Admission information
Degree completion programs are designed for adult learners who are working
full time. Classes meet once a week in evening hours. Students must have three
to five years significant life or work experience, at least 60 semester hours
already completed, demonstrate mastery of basic computer skills, provide a
satisfactory writing sample, references and have a C average in all prior
work.
Students graduating in this department must earn 120 semester hours with a
2.0 grade point average on courses completed at Goshen College. General education
requirements must be completed as follows: English composition (3), literature/fine
arts/foreign language (3), natural science (3), social science (3) and history
(3). In addition, students must show evidence of competency in four areas:
computer usage (basic knowledge, word processing), speech (presentation skills),
written communication (effective writing ability) and quantitative skills
(basic math skills).
In addition to the 40 credit hours earned in the core modules/classes, students
may earn up to 20 additional credit hours by Credit for Prior Learning. Credits
can also be obtained using DANTES and CLEP tests. Goshen College is a test
center for both exam programs.
Major in organizational leadership
40 credit hours
OLP 300 Effective Communication 3
This course develops and enhances general and professional writing skills. Clear,
concise, well-edited writing is emphasized. Course content includes selecting
appropriate writing formats for specific situations and practicing various writing
strategies to promote clear thinking and effective communication. Life-learning
essays and professional writing assignments are included in the course requirements.
(five weeks)
OLP 301 Individual and Group Dynamics 3
This course examines the question: what factors combine to determine individual
and group performance in an organization? Individual and group dynamics are
examined in the context of the adult learning environment as well as the work
environment. The internal and external environment of the worker in modern organizations
is explored. Motivation is studied as a consideration of personality, attitudes,
perception, roles and environment. (five weeks)
OLP 307 Managerial Accounting 3
The acquisition, analysis and reporting of financial information is important
to the individual leader and the organization. Special attention is given to
the planning and control responsibilities of practicing managers. Students gain
confidence in their ability to interpret and use financial information for more
effective decision making. (five weeks)
RELN 305 Enduring Issues in Christian Perspective 3
Examines the biblical heritage and major doctrines of Christian faith. Explores
basic issues such as individualism and community, personal decision-making,
social justice and relating to other religious traditions. Class members will
be challenged to think through their own responses to these issues. (five weeks)
OLP 308 Economic Environment of Organization 3
This course focuses on the role of prices and markets in the modern, mixed free-enterprise
economy. Students consider economic tools needed to better understand economic
policy debates and make better choices as leaders. (five weeks)
OLP 309 Leading & Serving Multicultural World 3
The modern workforce is rapidly becoming a mosaic of colors, languages, cultural
traditions and values. This demographic reality poses an immense challenge for
both workforce and leaders. The goal of this course is to better understand
different cultural values and styles, to recognize one’s own biases and assumptions
and to value diversity. (five weeks)
OLP 312 Organizational Theory 3
Humans are immersed in organizations; to a large extent they form our lives.
This course introduces the history of organizational development and examines
how and why organizations change. It covers organizational task goals of planning,
organizing and control. (five weeks)
OLP 401 Organizational Cultures 3
This course introduces the concept that organizational culture is the sum total
of the written and unwritten assumptions that an organization has learned and
used throughout its history. The role of culture in young corporations, mid-life
and mature organizations is considered. Consequences to organizational culture
in a time of acquisitions, mergers and joint ventures are examined. (five weeks)
OLP 403 Leadership Theory & Development 3
This course focuses on providing theoretical foundations and conceptual principles
for leadership and skills necessary to practice leadership competently. Activities
are designed to enhance leadership self-awareness, encourage development of
personal perspectives on leadership and prepare students to address leadership
challenges. The course reviews historical and current perspectives on leadership
and considers how leaders use influence to direct and coordinate the activities
of group members. (five weeks)
OLP 410 Ethical Issues in Leadershp and Organization 3
This capstone course considers the responsibilities of both leaders and organizations.
Attention is given to three distinct but related themes: the social responsibility
of organizations, public policy toward business organizations and leadership
ethics. Students are challenged to make ethical analysis a routine part of their
decision-making framework. Case studies explore the reality of the multiple,
competing claims placed on the leader and the organization. (five weeks)
OLP 412 Leading & Managing Change 3
Organizations today function within a dynamic environment marked by rapidly
changing technologies, globalization of markets, the “knowledge enterprise”
and an increasingly diverse workforce. Leaders of organizations must understand
the change process, appropriate responses to change, conflict resolution and
how to develop strategies for the future. Rethinking competition, leadership
and markets is an essential exercise as leaders search for new paradigms that
will govern organizations now and in the future. (five weeks)
OLP 420 Strategic Planning, Action, Measurement 3
This course addresses strategic issues in running a business enterprise. Effective
strategy-making and strategy-execution are the key ingredients of company success
and the most reliable signs of good leadership. The basic concepts and tools
of strategic analysis and business research are presented, utilizing case studies
and simulation problems. (five weeks)
OLP 450 Leadership Project 4
This project provides opportunity for students to integrate classroom theory
with practical experience by identifying an opportunity to lead through service
within an organizational setting – either the student’s workplace or a public
benefit organization. Students work with a faculty mentor to structure the learning,
coordinate with the cooperating organization and assess the level and significance
of their learning. The findings or outcomes of the project will be presented
on the last two nights of the program schedule. (12 months)
B.S.N. Completion
For more information about the R.N. to B.S.N. completion program, including
specific graduation requirements, see the
nursing
department catalog page.
