The new Master of Science programme prepares leaders to strategically align employee and departmental efforts to drive organisational success.
In today’s rapidly evolving environment, change is constant—and meeting that change requires innovation. To help leaders thrive in this dynamic environment, the University of Kansas School of Professional Studies is launching a Master of Science degree in Human and Organization Performance Effectiveness (HOPE). The 30-credit-hour programme focuses on building critical innovation competencies and launches this fall.
Designed for working professionals, the HOPE programme is offered primarily online, with select courses held in person at the KU Edwards Campus in Overland Park. All courses are delivered in convenient eight-week sessions to accommodate busy schedules.
“Effective innovation isn’t just about generating ideas—it’s about implementing them within the realities of how organisations operate and how people perform,” said Marilu Goodyear, HOPE programme director. “The HOPE programme equips professionals with the tools to lead innovation from any level of the organisation and turn chaos into meaningful progress.”
The HOPE master’s degree is designed for professionals seeking to make a lasting impact by improving employee performance, fostering a positive workplace culture, and leading strategies that drive to organisational success.
HOPE curriculum blends theory with real-world applications through case studies and a capstone project that tackles real organisational challenges–often drawn from the student’s own workplace.
“This programme is uniquely designed to equip top performers with essential skills to drive alignment across functions, inspire teams and achieve organisational success,” said Stuart Day, dean of the School of Professional Studies and vice provost of the Edwards Campus. “It opens career advancement pathways for professionals focused on improved performance.”
