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The Organizational Studies emphasis within the Sociology major provides a broad understanding of the political, social and economic organizations that make up modern society. Whether thinking about the structure of government bureaucracies, legal systems, economic markets, educational systems or workplaces, organizational studies offers an interdisciplinary vantage from which to understand the contemporary world where complex and formal organizations are ubiquitous. As such, the OS program provides a comprehensive understanding of societal organizational and enhances the ability to pursue specialized career interests. Allowing for sociological perspectives to form the foundation of an societal organization in, from education to economics, guarantees that cooperation, unification, and change are at the forefront.
Real World Outcomes
Sociology—Organizational Studies majors acquire an in-depth understanding of how and why organizations are constructed in distinct ways; how organizational context shapes interactions, policies, practices, and outcomes, especially different outcomes for diverse groups; and how organizations shape society. Students acquire foundational tools for leadership and for carrying out evaluation research. Many majors enter the field of business management, such as human resources, data analysis, diversity policy, staff development and other areas. Recent alumni are currently employed at companies such as Google, LinkedIn and Apple.
Requirements
Sociology—Organizational Studies majors gain a broad background in sociological theory and rigorous methodological training. They are required to take a broad range of courses that use an organizational perspective to analyze their subjects, including courses from community and regional development, communications, economics and history.
