The Master of Science in Education degree in Organizational Learning, Innovation, and Development at Southern Illinois University is designed for professionals seeking to enhance learning and performance within diverse organizations. You will explore critical areas such as Human Resource Development, Learning and Performance Technology, Online Learning, and Workforce Training and Development. This program equips you with research-based practices to foster effective learning environments in business, government, education, and military settings, preparing you for impactful roles in organizational change and development.
This postgraduate degree is studied full-time on campus over two years, requiring a minimum of 30 credit hours without a thesis or 36 with a thesis. Your learning experience will involve in-depth coursework focused on instructional design, adult learning principles, and the application of emerging technologies. You will have opportunities for practical application through internships, workshops, and independent research, developing competencies in areas like online learning, human performance improvement, and strategic HRD. You will graduate prepared for leadership and specialist positions in training, development, and organizational effectiveness.