Organizational Development Courses

Future-proof organizational development skills to develop

Leaders expect HR to solve root problems, not symptoms. OD work must improve how decisions get made, how teams collaborate, and how work flows. Strong OD also supports strategy execution through better structure and stronger culture.

To deliver that impact, effective OD practitioners combine consulting skills with robust systems thinking. They diagnose performance issues, select the right OD interventions, and guide leaders through change. They also build expertise in HR operating models, organizational culture, and organizational design.

Because priorities shift fast, OD professionals keep building organizational development skills through structured learning and practice. A clear path helps you apply your knowledge and skills consistently and show measurable progress.

Organizational development courses at AIHR

AIHR offers organizational development programs for HR professionals who want both breadth and depth. Certificate programs provide a structured, longer learning path across multiple OD areas and skills, while targeted courses allow you to deepen expertise in specific topics such as organizational design or company culture.

Certificate programs

AIHR’s certificate programs give you a guided learning path to build strong organizational development and consulting capability. After finishing your program, you earn a digital certificate that formally recognizes your expertise.

• Organizational Development Certification Program: This program builds your OD foundation and consulting capability. It covers core OD tools and interventions, including organizational design, organizational culture, and HR operating models. It also includes a capstone project for applied practice.
• HR Consulting Certification Program: You’ll develop a strong HR consulting and advisory capability to support organizational change and development initiatives. The program focuses on stakeholder management, organizational diagnostics, influencing leaders, and designing practical solutions to complex people challenges. Applied assignments give you the opportunity to practice consulting skills in realistic organizational contexts.

Short courses

If you want focused skill-building, take a shorter course that matches your current or upcoming OD priorities. The Organizational Design Course strengthens your ability to shape structures, roles, and systems that support performance. AIHR’s Organizational Culture Course helps you assess culture and lead culture work that supports business goals. These courses are available through Full Academy Access.

For teams

For teams that need faster progress, the Organizational Development Boot Camp builds shared OD capability in a cohort format. It blends self-paced learning with teamwork, hands-on projects, and live facilitated sessions.

What AIHR members say

“AIHR provided a comprehensive, science-based, and easy-to-follow course that I truly enjoyed. The teachers, lesson materials, guides, and case studies gave me a full understanding of Organizational Development from every possible aspect through both lectures and practice.”
– Cheri, U.S.

“I really enjoyed my experience completing the Organization Development certificate program. The courses were well-designed and gave a comprehensive view of the field of OD. I especially liked the course on Organization Design. The capstone project is challenging.”
– Caroline, Canada