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  • ORL 321D: Organizational Leadership

    3.00 Credits
    Cairn University

    An introductory study of the personal and professional dimensions of leadership. Special emphasis is on assisting students to develop a personal code of ethics and assess their own behavior.
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  • ORL 421D: Change Theory

    3.00 Credits
    Cairn University

    An introductory study of the role of organizational change and decision-making within church and professional communities. The course provides an overview of the topic through the use of case studies.
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  • ORL 601: Foundations of Organizational Leadership

    3.00 Credits
    Cairn University

    A foundational course that examines the formal and informal structures and processes that are often present in organizations and explores methods for redesigning them so that they are both healthy and productive. The course also provides an overview of systems theory and learning as it applies to functions and behaviors within organizations. Students examine the complexity of these systems, explore behaviors that hinder learning, and what they can do to create an environment that will enhance their abilities to solve complex problems and prevent the formation of new problems. First semester.
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  • ORL 602: Philosophy of Leadership

    3.00 Credits
    Cairn University

    A course that examines the major leadership theories and explores issues and challenges associated with leadership in organizations. Students investigate factors that influence effective and ineffective personal and organizational leadership as well as methods of enhancing their own leadership development. First semester.
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  • ORL 603: Organizational Culture and Change

    3.00 Credits
    Cairn University

    A course that addresses the primary theories and practices of organizational culture and change and provides an overview of the strategic visioning and planning process. Students acquire the skills and principles necessary to better understand the unique culture of their organization and develop planning methodologies that produce effective organizational change. Second semester.
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  • ORL 611: Communication Skills for Leaders

    3.00 Credits
    Cairn University

    A course that examines three levels of organizational communication: large group, small group, and interpersonal (dyadic). The primary focus of the course is to introduce students to a wide variety of communication skills they may need to navigate effectively in the workplace, and to ensure that the messages are consistent, no matter the audience or media chosen. Second semester.
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  • ORL 613: Professional Ethics

    3.00 Credits
    Cairn University

    An examination of the role of ethics in the life of leadership. Personal and professional dimensions of leadership decisions and behaviors are considered using case studies to focus on the dilemmas that people in leadership roles often face. Special emphasis is on assisting students to develop a personal code of ethics and assess their own behavior in light of it. First semester.
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  • ORL 614: Organizational Leadership Lab

    3.00 Credits
    Cairn University

    A course that provides a small group setting where students can explore their personal style of relating to others and the effect it has on the group and can have on an organization. The group is provided with an overview of human relations skills, although the emphasis is primarily placed on the student’s direct involvement in the events occurring in the group and secondarily on formal agendas. First semester.
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  • ORL 615: Principles of Research

    3.00 Credits
    Cairn University

    A course that provides an overview of how those in leadership roles can utilize qualitative and quantitative research methods to enhance the effectiveness of their organizations. Major topics include problem identification, research design, data collection methods, analysis and interpretation, and the ethics of organizational research. Prerequisite: Completion of 4 core courses. Second semester.
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  • ORL 691: Action Research Project

    3.00 Credits
    Cairn University

    A course that provides an opportunity for students in the Organizational Leadership program to synthesize the competencies they have acquired from the curriculum with research and their work experience. The outcome of this project is an actual intervention in an organization that is designed to strengthen the health and effectiveness of the organization. Students submit the theme of their proposed Action Research Project to their advisor. After approval, the student conducts research on the theme, designs and implements the intervention, writes an extensive overview of his/her project, and shares his/her results with the project advisor as evidence of his/her competency as a practitioner. Prerequisite: Completion of 6 core courses, including ORL 615 Principles of Research and approval from project advisor.
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