MS Learning and Organizational Change at Northwestern University - MSLOC

AI adoption is moving fast—but most organizations are still figuring out how to use it well. The real challenge? Integrating it in ways that actually support people, decision-making, and meaningful change.

Join us for Designing What’s Next: Alumni Insights on Human-Centered Work and the Use of AI — where MSLOC and DOEC alumni share how they’re navigating this shift inside organizations like McDonald's, PepsiCo, and Duke Energy.

🗓 May 6 | 12–1 PM CT
📍 Live on Zoom

🔗 Register here: https://bit.ly/4vDfRYf

If you’re in L&D, HR, org design, innovation, or transformation roles, you’re likely being asked to:
→ Make sense of AI’s role in your organization
→ Lead change in increasingly complex environments
→ Balance AI efficiency with human impact

This session gets into the real work behind that.

💡 This is exactly the kind of thinking you build in our Designing for Organizational Effectiveness certificate (DOEC), where you learn to lead change at the intersection of people, design, and technology. The final application deadline for Fall 2026 is June 10. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3QKOStO

Join us tomorrow for an info session on the Designing for Organizational Effectiveness Certificate (DOEC) at Northwestern MSLOC and see how you can lead change with people-first strategies.

In just 9 months, you’ll learn to:
✨ Design organizations that actually work
✨ Lead change through co-creation—not top-down mandates
✨ Use collaborative tech + design methods to solve complex challenges

⏳ Final application deadline: June 10

If you’re ready to accelerate your career and tackle real organizational challenges with practical tools, this is your moment!

👉 Register for tomorrow’s info session now: http://spr.ly/6180B6NiYK

REMINDER: Don’t forget to join us for a virtual panel discussion with a group of authors from the Social Justice in Organizational Change anthology to learn what it means to center social justice in organizational change.

📅 April 9, 2026 | 🕛 12:00–1:00 PM CT | 📍 Zoom

It’s a great chance to join a live dialogue with the authors and practitioners, share what's on your mind and heart as we collectively explore what's needed now to meet this moment in organizational change. We hope to see you there!

Register here today: https://bit.ly/3OhQwSV

What does it mean to center social justice in organizational change? MSLOC is excited to host authors from the Social Justice in Organizational Change anthology for a live virtual panel discussion to tackle this crucial topic. The authors will then engage in an open conversation with scholar practitioners about where the field is evolving, what's being learned, and ideas about what should be written next.

Join us for this exciting talk on Thursday, April 9 from 12 to 1 PM CT.

To learn more and to register for the panel, visit: https://bit.ly/3OhQwSV

Tomorrow at Noon CT: Let’s talk fearless feedback!

Join Coaches’ Corner @ Northwestern University with MSLOC's Michelle Albaugh in conversation with Kelly Ross as we dive into what it really takes to deliver feedback that lands.

From a practical framework to AI pitfalls and real-world feedback missteps, this session is designed to help you turn honest conversations into meaningful growth.

Register here: https://bit.ly/4s8WrbD

Coaching vs. Therapy: Where Is the Line?

A question many aspiring coaches ask: Where does coaching end and therapy begin?
Our associate director of Coaching, Michelle Albaugh, explores this “grey area” and how effective coaches navigate it with skill and ethical awareness.

👉 Read the full blog here:: https://bit.ly/4rkt6d6

OLCC helps you:
• Build a strong foundation in coaching theory and human development
• Practice coaching with expert feedback
• Develop your coaching presence and reflective practice
• Learn alongside a community of leaders and coaches

The April 1 deadline is the final opportunity to apply for Northwestern’s Organizational & Leadership Coaching Certificate (OLCC) and complete your coaching certificate in 12 months.

👉 Learn more and apply: https://bit.ly/4rg2CJF

Hear from our graduates:
“OLCC will help you to develop self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and soft skills to become a better leader.”

Want to experience this in action?

📅 March 24: Virtual info session + live coaching demo: https://bit.ly/4syUuoC
📅 March 27: Coaches’ Corner @ Northwestern with alum and faculty member Kelly Ross on Fearless Feedback: https://bit.ly/47BFZID

How do you deliver feedback that truly sparks growth—without triggering defensiveness?

Join Coaches’ Corner @ Northwestern University for a conversation with MSLOC alum and coaching faculty Kelly Ross, co-author of Fearless Feedback: A Guide for Coaching Leaders to See Themselves More Clearly and Galvanize Growth.

📅 March 27 | 12–1 PM CT
💻 Virtual

Register here: http://spr.ly/6181B6ufpD

In this interactive session, Kelly will introduce the book’s practical seven-step framework for gathering and delivering stakeholder feedback—and explore what it really takes to help leaders hear what they need to hear.

Together, we’ll discuss:
• The risks and key considerations before collecting feedback
• Common pitfalls of using AI to prepare feedback
• Real stories of feedback mistakes—and the lessons learned
• How to balance structure and emotion in feedback conversations

Designed for leadership coaches, HR partners, and organizational leaders who want to turn courageous conversations into meaningful, sustained growth.

Come ready to reflect, question, and strengthen your feedback practice.

🎯 Become the Leader Your Organization Can’t Ignore

Leaders who turn inclusion challenges into career wins aren’t waiting for change—they’re creating it. Join a community of change-makers shaping the future of equitable organizations with the Leading Equity and Inclusion in Organizations Certificate (LEIOC) at Northwestern.

✅ Apply for Fall 2026: Next deadline April 1 | Learn More: https://bit.ly/46KZez7

Lead with Impact: Turn inclusion challenges into real results
Build Your Network: Connect with peers, mentors, and alumni
Stand Out: Become the go-to leader for equity-driven solutions

📅 Info Session: March 18, 6 PM CT | Register Here: https://bit.ly/4lbueyn

💬 Hear from LEIOC alumni: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=73zABSnO_5Q

Act now. Lead boldly. Shape the future.

MSLOC Alumni Speak | Dwayne Maddox, 2022 Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

Coaching is no longer a “nice-to-have” leadership skill. Are you prepared?

Northwestern’s Organizational & Leadership Coaching Certificate (OLCC) helps leaders build the skills that modern organizations need. Through a rigorous mix of coaching frameworks, reflective practice, and hands-on application, you’ll develop the skills to ask insightful questions, listen deeply, and influence outcomes—helping your team thrive even in the most challenging environments.


⏳ Learn more and apply by April 1: https://bit.ly/4rg2CJF
It’s your final opportunity to start in Summer 2026 and complete the program in one year.

💬 As a recent graduate shared,
“[OLCC] pushed me to refine my ability to navigate complex coaching situations, ensuring I stay present and adaptable. These experiences have not only enhanced my technical skills but also strengthened my self-awareness and ability to manage ambiguity in coaching. Overall, these learning opportunities have deepened my coaching practice, providing both the structure and flexibility needed to support diverse clients effectively.”

Curious to learn more?
Join our March 24 virtual info session featuring a live coaching demo: https://bit.ly/4syUuoC

🚀 Lead in Change Where It Matters Most

Organizations are rethinking their approach to DEIJ — some doubling down, others pulling back. What's clear: the leaders who can navigate this complexity with skill and conviction will define what comes next.

The Leading Equity and Inclusion in Organizations Certificate (LEIOC) at Northwestern University equips professionals with the skills, frameworks, and strategies to lead change that aligns people, performance, and purpose.

🌟 What You’ll Gain:

✅ Practical tools to influence organizational equity and inclusion
✅ Leadership and consulting skills for lasting impact
✅ Connection to a network of DEIJ-focused peers and mentors

📅 Info Session: March 18, 6:00 PM CST | Virtual
🔗 Register Today → https://bit.ly/3MAvP3X