Organizational Development for Social Innovation (M.Ed.)

At the heart of the M.Ed. in Organizational Development for Social Innovation is a desire to educate and prepare students to be agents of human-centered, mission-driven change at the organizational level.

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About the Master’s in Organizational Development for Social Innovation

The STEM-designated Organizational Development for Social Innovation M.Ed. (ODSI) is designed for individuals who aspire to lead mission-driven organizations and drive meaningful, lasting change. ODSI’s curriculum uniquely combines three pivotal domains: organizational development, human-centered design, and social innovation. This interdisciplinary program prepares visionary changemakers who can apply leadership, systems thinking, and entrepreneurial approaches to tackle complex societal challenges. Students in the ODSI program explore how to create sustainable impact through innovative processes, services, and program design.

Join us to shape the future of organizations and lead transformative change in the public, nonprofit, and social enterprise sectors.

Info Session

  • Oct. 29, 2025

    6:00 p.m. (CST)

    ODSI Info Session

    If you've identified an interest in Peabody's Organizational Development for Social Innovation (ODSI) M.Ed. program, we invite you to join us for a program information session taking place Wednesday, October 29 at 6:00 p.m. CT. 

    Dr. Ashmeet Oberoi, Program Director, will discuss the program's structure and curriculum, career outcomes, application requirements and timeline, and the webinar will end with a Q&A with current students to discuss the Peabody and ODSI student experience. We encourage you to register to attend!

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Master’s in Organizational Development for Social Innovation Overview

Social innovation is incomplete without investing in the development and leadership of people, as well as the organizations and systems that support them. The integrated structure of the Organizational Development for Social Innovation M.Ed. allows you to learn about social change and organizational development in several ways:

  • By exploring how to create sustainable positive change through innovative processes, products, services and programs
  • By developing an understanding of organizational structures and dynamics that drive social innovation and change
  • By gaining practical knowledge and leadership skills in human-centered design, organizational development and impact evaluation
  • By understanding the dynamic relationship between environments, people and organizations to lead mission driven organizational transformation

Career Outcomes of the M.Ed. in Organizational Development for Social Innovation

ODSI Graduates emerge equipped with the professional skills to deeply understand complex social challenges, design and implement equitable, systems-informed solutions, and provide compelling evidence of their transformative impact. Possible employment positions following graduation include: Social Innovation Strategist, Director of Learning & Culture, Impact Measurement Analyst, Change Management Consultant, Foundation Strategy & Grants Manager.

Organizational Development for Social Innovation Master's Program Facts

Program Director: Ashmeet Oberoi
Admissions Coordinator: Tonya Brown
Admission Term: *Summer/ Fall
Credit Hours: 30

*This program begins in June during Peabody's summer term, or in August at the start of fall term

Application Deadlines

  • Priority Decision 1

    January 3*

  • Priority Decision 2

    February 3

  • Rolling Decision

    After February 3

*For more information on application dates and requirements, and the benefits of Priority Decision, see the How to Apply page.

Organizational Development for Social Innovation Program Curriculum

The STEM-designated ODSI program requires students to take a 30-credit hour curriculum that can be completed in two, three, or four semesters. Through hands-on training in human-centered design, impact evaluation, and organizational change, graduates gain the professional skills needed to analyze social problems, develop innovative solutions, and measure their results. The customizable curriculum includes 2 foundational courses, a theory course, two methods courses, and 15 elective credits, giving students both essential knowledge and specialized expertise.

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Application Dates

  • Priority Deadline

    January 3

  • Secondary Deadline

    February 3

  • Rolling Admissions

    After February 3*

    *Applications received after the Feb 3 second deadline are reviewed on a rolling basis and accepted as space and funds allow.

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Selected Organizational Development for Social Innovation Faculty Research

Ashmeet Oberoi, Associate Professor of the Practice, Department of Human and Organizational Development

Ashmeet Oberoi, Associate Professor of the Practice, Department of Human and Organizational Development

Dr. Oberoi’s research bridges human development and systems change, with a focus on the thriving and empowerment of urban adolescents and young adults who have experienced marginalization and adversity, including immigrants, refugees, and racial/ethnic minorities. Her work centers on the design, implementation, and evaluation of prevention-focused, equity-driven interventions and the transformation of systems that serve youth.

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