The exam is offered during both the Spring and Fall semesters. The basis for the exam is a case study that describes an organizational situation involving a number of issues inclluding change, teamwork, leadership, and organizational processes.
Students draw from their various course experiences to answer essay questions on the case.
With the approval of their advisor, students can opt to take 30 credits of class work and complete a master s thesis. They are exempted from the comprehensive examination. On a selective basis, students may take research and readings as an independent study to augment their theoretical base. This may apply particularly to students who previously majored as undergraduates in one of the areas of focus. These must have prior approval of the program coordinator and the dean.