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Programs in Organizational Studies

Master the art and science of organizational behavior to implement effective change that makes a societal impact on a micro and macro level.

The interdisciplinary Organizational Studies major, offered jointly by the Kendall College of Arts & Sciences and the Collins College of Business, consists of a wide range of courses from fields such as psychology, sociology, communications/media studies, economics, management, and marketing. It is ideal for students interested in both liberal arts and professional studies, providing a broad background in various disciplines for a nuanced understanding of how organizations work. This major prepares students for entry-level jobs in businesses, non-profits, and government agencies and has been popular and successful in equipping students with knowledge and skills applicable to diverse career paths.

What is Organizational Studies?
Organizational Studies is an interdisciplinary program focusing on administrative, economic, political, psychological, and sociological factors influencing cooperative human systems. A major in Organizational Studies provides students with an understanding of how organizations operate, how they affect society, and how they change.

100% Success Rate for Org. Studies Graduates

$85K Annual Median Pay for Management Analysts

9:1 Student-Faculty Ratio

#1 National Merit Scholars Per Capita

Professional Opportunities

TU student in class.

Incorporating everything from change management to strategy implementation, you may custom design your curriculum based on individual interests offered by both the Kendall College of Arts & Sciences and Collins College of Business. Our interdisciplinary program provides all-encompassing knowledge and skills instrumental for entry-level administrative positions. Encouraged to complete internships and study abroad for credit, UTulsa alumni learn to operate effectively in organizations such as Enterprise Rent-a-Car, Red Fuse Communications, and McElroy Manufacturing, Inc.

Job opportunities: 

  • Administrative service manager
  • Business and nonprofit consultant 
  • Community services manager
  • Human resource manager 
  • Policy analyst

Beyond the Classroom

  • EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
  • STUDENT ENGAGEMENT
  • SOCIAL JUSTICE & SERVICE
  • JOB PLACEMENT
    • Set the stage for lifelong learning and success.

      Learning is an individualized journey that extends far beyond a major or the walls of a classroom. The University of Tulsa provides integrative and experiential learning opportunities that allow scholars to enliven their studies through global education, research, scholarship, and interdisciplinary programs. Our real-world academic enrichment opportunities are designed to challenge students and enhance their personal and professional educational experience.

      EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING

    • Make your UTulsa experience as rich and diverse as you like.

      UTulsa students have abundant opportunities to get involved with clubs and organizations to develop new skills, meet new friends, and make lifetime memories. From international clubs, music groups, and intramural sports to Greek life, student government, and on-campus leadership, there’s truly something for everyone at UTulsa. Our multi-faceted extracurricular options perfectly complement our multidisciplinary academic approach.

      STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

    • Be the change you want to see.

      UTulsa encourages students to give back to the community and see societal problems through a different lens. In considering issues ranging from low-income to racial biases, students analyze the intricacies of cyclical social issues to gain broader perspectives and insights, which they can share with others and act on in the community.

      CIVIC ENGAGEMENT

    • Pursue success with confidence — backed by UTulsa's job placement guarantee.

      UTulsa is committed to our students’ professional success, which is why our Center for Career Development, aka CaneCareers, offers a job placement guarantee program. We promise that students who follow the program will land an entry-level job in their chosen field or continue their education within six months of graduation, or we’ll give them a free semester of grad school.

      JOB PLACEMENT GUARANTEE

    Learn about the colleges

    Our supportive faculty draws from a wide range of interrelated fields of expertise to prepare you for dynamic professional careers via an individualized curriculum that examines and explains modern-day organizational operations. Click below to learn more.

    KENDALL COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES COLLINS COLLEGE OF BUSINESS