Regis University School of Management
Bachelor of Arts in Organization Development
Regis University’s Bachelor of Arts in Organization Development prepares career-oriented adults and professionals in the areas of human resource management, leadership, and organizational behavior.
Class Format
Online 
Classroom- Available in accelerated 5- and 8-week terms
Tuition
Classroom-based courses: $365 /credit hour
Online-based courses: $460 /credit hour
Total Degree Requirements
Bachelor's Degree: 128 Credit Hours
Combined Bachelor's and Master's Degrees: 152 Credit Hours
Related Certificates
- High Performance Management
- Leadership
- Project Management
- Public Administration
- All Undergraduate Certificates
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The Regis CPS classroom-based and online Organization Development degree introduces adult students like you to the best in management and ethical business practices, enabling you to pursue careers in a wide variety of organizations, including for-profits, nonprofits, major corporations, and global enterprises.
Regis CPS Bachelor of Arts in Organization Development curriculum covers key areas of this dynamic field, including courses in:
- Conflict Management
- Managing Cultural Diversity
- Group Dynamics
- Psychology of Change
In today’s competitive and evolving business landscape, more companies are turning to organization development to streamline operations and implement processes to increase productivity.
The Organization Development degree from Regis CPS equips you with a thorough knowledge of behavioral science. You’ll learn how complex organization development strategies are used to change internal beliefs, attitudes, values and structures of an organization to take advantage of new technologies, adapt to market changes, and overcome challenges.
Who should enroll the Regis University CPS Bachelor of Arts in Organization Development program?
The Regis CPS classroom-based and online Organization Development degree program suits you, the busy professional, offering flexibility and convenience. It’s designed for adult students like you who are in organizational leadership or staff department management positions, with specialized or technical expertise, that are managing individuals and teams.
The Bachelor of Arts in Organization Development program lays the foundation for you to continue your adult student education in our Regis MBA program, or through other graduate degrees from our Regis CPS School of Management.
A Faster Path to Success Through Combined Bachelor's and Master's Degrees
Regis University's School of Management offers Combined Bachelor's and Master's Degrees, enabling you to complete both degree programs in only 152-credit hours by:
- Planning early for the Master’s portion of your education
- Allowing two Graduate courses to be counted toward your Undergraduate degree
- Making more efficient use of your credit requirements and tuition dollars
- Learn more about program requirements and additional admissions information
Flexible Learning Formats That Fit Your Lifestyle
Regis University CPS offers courses in the classroom, online, and as Directed Study. Our accelerated 5- and 8-week course formats will put you on the fast track to earning your degree.
Click on a topic below to learn more about your degree:Start Dates
| Term | Classes Begin | Classes End | Registration Ends for Online Courses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2 - 2010 | March 8 | May 2 | March 4 |
| Summer 1 - 2010 | May 10 | July 4 | May 5 |
| Summer 2 - 2010 | July 5 | August 29 | June 30 |
| Term | Classes Begin | Classes End |
|---|---|---|
| Spring 3 - 2010 | March 22 | April 25 |
| Summer 1 - 2010 | May 10 | June 13 |
| Summer 2 - 2010 | June 14 | July 18 |
| Summer 3 - 2010 | July 19 | August 22 |
Required Courses
Total Degree Requirements (128 Credit Hours)
Core Studies Requirements (45 Credit Hours)
- Oral and Written Communication (3 Credit Hours)
- English Composition (3 Credit Hours)
- Advanced Oral and Written Communication (3 Credit Hours)
- Literature/Humanities (6 Credit Hours)
- Global Issues (6 Credit Hours)
- Social Sciences (6 Credit Hours)
- Mathematics (3 Credit Hours)
- Natural Sciences (3 Credit Hours)
- Philosophy (6 Credit Hours)
- Religious Studies (6 Credit Hours)
Foundational Courses (30 Credit Hours)
- BA 300 Business Systems in a Sustainable Society (3 Credit Hours)
- BA 315 Developing Management Skills (3 Credit Hours)
- BA/EC 335 Global Business Issues (3 Credit Hours)
- BA 366 Management Essentials (3 Credit Hours)
- BA 381 Legal Environment of Business (3 Credit Hours)
- EC 320 Principles of Macroeconomics (3 Credit Hours)
- EC 330 Principles of Microeconomics (3 Credit Hours)
- FIN 215 Principles of Budget and Finance (3 Credit Hours)
- MKT 325 Marketing Principles (3 Credit Hours)
- MT 204 Contemporary Mathematics (3 Credit Hours) OR
MT 270 Introduction to Statistics (3 Credit Hours)
Upper Division Requirements (30 Credit Hours)
- BA 410/COM 410 Strategic Leadership (3 Credit Hours)
- BA 426 Managing Cultural Diversity (3 Credit Hours)
- BA 452 Management of Human Resources (3 Credit Hours)
- BA 454 Organizational Behavior (3 Credit Hours)
- BA 479/CIS 480 Managing Technology for Business Strategies (3 Credit Hours)
- BA 480E-W Issues in Management (3 Credit Hours)
- BA 493A Business Research (3 Credit Hours)
- BA 493B Senior Capstone (3 Credit Hours)
- BA 495E Ethical Decision Making in Business (3 Credit Hours)
Minor (Optional) (0 or 12 Credit Hours)
General Electives (14 or 26 Credit Hours)
Twenty-six elective hours of general academic courses are required if a minor is not chosen. Technical credits may be used to meet this requirement.
Tuition Comparison
Find out how the cost of an undergraduate degree from Regis University compares to other higher education institutions
| Institution | Semester Hours Required | Cost per Semester Hour | Estimated Fees for Program | ***Estimated Total Tuition and Fees for 30 Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regis University | 128 | $365 | $50 | $11,000 |
| Argosy University | 120 | $510 | $1,648 (incl. tech fee of $10/cr.hr.) | $18,300 |
| Colorado Christian University | 128 | $697 avg. ($10,450 per semester/12-17 credit hrs.) | $180 | $21,080 (2 semesters) |
| Colorado State University 1 | 120 | $3,431/15 hrs. appx. $228/hr. | $2,578/15 hrs. | $12,098 |
| DeVry University | 124 (BSBA) | $550 (1-11 cr./$330 for 12+ cr.) | $50 | $14,790 |
| Metro State College of Denver | 120 | $2,445/15 hrs (appx. $163/hr.) | $1,182 | $5,678 |
| University of Colorado-Colorado Springs | 120 (BS in Business) | $2902 | $893 | $8700 appx. + appl. fees. |
| University of Phoenix3 | 120 | $375 | $3,400 | $12,100 |
1Does not include COF Stipend
2Varies by student classification. College opportunity fund stipend ($68/cr.) may be deducted if received.
3Based on "Upper-Division Bachelor's" (material fee-$85/course/40 courses)
***Approximate total tuition and credit hour based on estimate that most CPS students have transfer credits and complete their undergraduate degree with 30 credit hours.
| Institution | Semester Hours Required | Cost per Semester Hour | Estimated Fees for Program | ***Estimated Total Tuition and Fees for 30 Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regis University | 128 | $460 | $50 | $13,850 |
| Argosy University | 120 | $510 | $1,648 (incl. tech fee of $10/cr. hr.) | $18,300 |
| Capella University1 | 121 | $485 | $325 | $14,875 |
| CSU (Colorado State University) Global Campus | 120 | $299 | $25 | $8,995 |
| Colorado Technical University | 121 | $490 | $50 | $14,750 |
| DeVry University | 124 | $525 (1-11cr.); $330 (12+ cr.) | $50 | $14,130 |
| Jones International University | 120 | $475 | $2760 | $14,960 |
| Kaplan University1 | 121 | $523 | $795 | $15,940 |
| Nova Southeastern University | 120 | $540 | $1,800 | $16,200 |
| University of Maryland- University College |
120 | $499 | $1,060 | $15,610 |
| University of Phoenix2 | 120 | $5302 | $3,4002 | $16,7502 |
| Walden University1 | 121 | $380 | $480 | $11,540 |
1Quarter-hours converted to semester hours
2Based on "Upper-Division Bachelor's" (material fee-$85/course/40 courses)
***Approximate total tuition and credit hour based on estimate that most CPS students have transfer credits and complete their undergraduate degree with 30 credit hours.
Admission Requirements
Submitting an application is the first step toward achieving your personal and professional goal of earning a Bachelor's degree. Students with prior college credit, military credit, professional licenses or certificates, or several years of work experience may be able to translate this experience directly into college credit.
An enrollment counselor will help evaluate your prior learning credit, provide valuable information regarding financial aid and tuition assistance, recommend programs and classes, and help you get started with the application process.
Materials Needed for Application and Admission
- Completed Online Undergraduate Application Form.
- $50.00 nonrefundable application fee (waived for previous Regis University students).
- Writing Skills Placement Essay.
- If you have never attended college, request official high school or GED transcripts, to be sent directly to the CPS Undergraduate Office of Admissions.
- Document you have at least 3 years of full-time work experience after high school. Applicants who do not meet this requirement may submit a letter of appeal to the Dean of Undergraduate Programs.
- Provide prior college official transcripts within 30 days from the start of first class (or official high school or GED transcripts).
- Additional admission requirements apply to international students who are non-U.S. citizens.
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