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Organizational Change Leadership Professional Organizations

Unlock Your Potential: Join Leading Professional Networks as an OCL Student
When you’re admitted to WMU’s Organizational Change Leadership (OCL) program, you don’t just join a degree program—you gain access to an entire world of professional opportunities. Our students take their skills and knowledge to the next level by becoming members of top-tier professional organizations in organizational development, change management, and leadership.
These memberships empower you to:
- Stay Ahead of the Curve: Access the latest research, best practices, and advancements in the field.
- Expand Your Network: Connect with a global community of change leaders and practitioners.
- Grow Your Expertise: Build skills through workshops, certifications, and professional development opportunities.
Professional Organizations to Propel Your Career:
- The Organization Development Network: Collaborate with professionals dedicated to improving organizations through development and change strategies.
- Association for Talent Development: Focus on learning, development, and performance improvement to maximize organizational talent.
- Academy of Human Resource Development: Dive into cutting-edge research and strategies for developing people and organizations.
- Academy of Management: Connect with scholars and practitioners passionate about leadership, management, and change.
- Change Management Institute: Enhance your change leadership expertise and certifications with this globally recognized organization.
- Association of Change Management Professionals: Access resources and connections to shape the future of change management practices.
- International Society of Performance Improvement: Lead performance-focused initiatives with a focus on results-driven strategies.
- Society of Human Resource Management: Join the largest HR professional network to elevate organizational growth and culture.
- International Leadership Association: Collaborate with global leaders and explore innovative leadership practices.
Your Journey Beyond the Classroom
These organizations offer more than just networking—they’re your gateway to becoming a recognized leader in the field. From attending conferences and earning certifications to learning from thought leaders, your membership opens doors to endless possibilities.
Ready to Elevate Your Career?
Take your place among the best and brightest in organizational change leadership. Join the OCL program and start building your professional network today.