Graduate School of Business
Ph.D. Organization Development
Appreciating and celebrating what we have, creating endless possibilities, and building on potentials are key processes of positive change in Organization Development. This program is designed for upcoming or current graduates of a bachelor's or master's degree in any field, as well as for individuals interested in consulting, coaching, and facilitating change initiatives for individuals, teams, organizations, and family businesses of second- or third-generation. It also caters to those engaged in social and community work, through strategies and approaches in OD, HRD, HRM, Change Management and related fields.
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Degree
Ph.D.
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Weekend Block Classes
Campus
To be confirmed
About this programme
Positive Change Through Organization Development
Appreciating and celebrating what we have, creating endless possibilities, and building on potentials are key processes of positive change in Organization Development. This program is designed for upcoming or current graduates of a bachelor's or master's degree in any field, as well as for individuals interested in consulting, coaching, and facilitating change initiatives for individuals, teams, organizations, and family businesses of second- or third-generation. It also caters to those engaged in social and community work, through strategies and approaches in OD, HRD, HRM, Change Management and related fields.
Key features
Why this programme
Weekend Block Classes
Study on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday — designed for working professionals who need flexible scheduling.
Open to All Fields
Accepts graduates from any discipline — business, education, social work, and beyond.
Credit Transfer
Credit transfer available for eligible students from recognized institutions.
Consulting & Coaching
Develop expertise in consulting, coaching, and facilitating change initiatives across organizations.
Action Research
Conduct action research programs that contribute new knowledge to the field of OD.
Family Business Focus
Specialized track for second- and third-generation family business leaders navigating organizational change.
What you’ll study
Areas of focus
Build specialist depth while connecting your learning to current professional and research questions.
Organization Development & Transformation
Positive planned change strategies, OD interventions, organizational culture, leadership development, and change management.
HRD, HRM & Change Management
Human resource development and management, talent strategy, organizational learning, and managing change at scale.
Action Research & Consulting
Research design, action research methodology, consulting frameworks, coaching techniques, and facilitating team interventions.
Programme details
Admission and requirements
Admission Requirements
- Master's degree in OD, Business Administration, Management or any related field
- Minimum GPA of 3.50 on a 4.00 scale or equivalent
- Minimum 5 years of work experience in specialization or industry
- Statement of purpose for attending the doctoral program
- English Proficiency Test
- Interview Entrance Examination
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Official transcripts — Bachelor's & Master's (1 copy each)
- Bachelor's Degree Certificate (1 copy)
- Master's Degree Certificate (1 copy)
- Citizen Identification Card and Residence Registration (1 copy) — for Thai applicants
- Passport (1 copy) — for non-Thai applicants
- Three photographs (1 × 1.5 inch, formal attire)
- Two letters of recommendation from instructors or employers
- All documents must be signed and submitted in person within the application period. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
AU-EPT Exemption
- The AU English Proficiency Test can be exempted if the applicant satisfies one of the following conditions:
- TOEFL score of at least 90 (iBT) or 575 (PBT), or IELTS (Academic) score of at least 6.5 (scores valid for 2 years)
- A bachelor's degree or higher from a native English-speaking country (e.g., USA, Canada, UK, Australia, or New Zealand)
Schedule
- Campus
- Huamak, Ramkhamhaeng 24 Rd.
- Mon – Fri
- Thursday Friday
- Saturday
- Sat & Sun: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuition and planning
Plan your investment with confidence
Tuition, scholarship, and instalment details can change by intake and applicant status. Ask the Graduate School for the current official fee sheet for this programme.