Master of Organization Development

Master of Organization Development

EMOD Application Instructions

A completed application includes the elements listed here.

  1. Application
    1. Online application form. Perspective applicants must have graduated with a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and have at least three years of professional work experience.
  2. Nomination Form
    1. One (1) letter of recommendation (also called a Nomination Form) - preferably this letter is from your current employer.  Your recommender can complete the Nomination Form and/or submit a letter examining your ability to perform in a management graduate program. 
  3. Transcripts
    1. Two copies of transcripts from all colleges or universities you have attended - Transcripts must be sent directly from institution (Transcripts marked “Issued to Student” are not accepted).
  4. Resume
    1. A current resume describing both educational and work experience. 
  5. Standardized Test
    1. An official GMAT or GRE score report*.
      *Applicants with ten or more years of professional work experience, at least five years of significant management capacity, and an undergraduate grade point average of at least 2.8 on a 4.0 scale may be eligible from an exemption from the GMAT/GRE. Or - applicants with a master’s degree from a regionally accredited US university may also be eligible for an exemption from the GMAT/GRE. Please contact us for more information on the GMAT/GRE waiver. You can find more information about taking the GRE or GMAT at their respective websites.
  6. Statement of Academic Purpose
    1. The admissions committee is interested in learning your reasons for pursuing a graduate business degree from Bowling Green State University. Among the issues you should address are your:

      - Reasons for selecting BGSU

      - Expectations of the role of the EMOD program in
        achieving your objectives

      - Ability to contribute to the program