In this course, we discuss how in effective organizations, the vision, values, and purpose derive from the convictions of people in the organization and inform all other components of the organization. We start with a brief overview of how when the core components of effective organizations are in alignment with the vision, values, and purpose, they are more likely to be in alignment with one another and lead to effective work in a sustainable organization. 

This leads to a conversation about how a systems-led approach to Organization Development (OD) is essential in creating sustained organizational performance, takes longer than you think, and can be messy.  Then we explore how OD is the process through which an organization develops an internal capacity to sustain itself over the long term.  This course offers a critical perspective on organization development and highlights the direct connection between a commitment to ongoing OD approaches and the achievement of organizational purpose.