Goal+Statement

= = The job I seek to obtain upon graduation is of an organizational development (OD) specialist. My plan is to use the knowledge acquired at Florida State University to improve learning and human performance within a healthcare facility. In order to obtain such a position, I will need to demonstrate that I have the following skill:
 * Evaluate business initiatives to determine the appropriate organizational interventions needed to meet organizational goals
 * Develop or align performance management programs with key organizational goals
 * Support internal staff development
 * Organize, develop and provide training services
 * Creates and maintains graphic design and text layout of materials
 * Develops and maintains standardized and streamlined formats to track and manage status of all projects via calendars, timelines, critical paths, and related project management tools.

Prior to enrolling in the MS program, I was an Instructor for Keiser University (formerly Keiser College) in the Radiologic Science program. As an instructor at Keiser College, I was an integral part of the program’s development and success as one of the most recognized radiologic programs with a registry passing percentage of over 90 percent during my tenure. It was there that my interest in the support and development of others grew.

In my present position, I have been able to work with a variety of departments within the hospital. Life long learning is key in each of those departments. I feel that lifelong learning is a path to individual and organizational excellence. The development and growth of an employee should be one of the key priorities of an organization.

Within the instructional systems program, I chose courses that would help me master the skills needed for my desired profession. My main goal was to be proficient in designing, formatting, facilitating, and evaluating learning materials on paper-based and web based media. In the process I also learned how to conduct program evaluations/analysis, and worked in a team to address performance improvement needs.

To further my career, I plan to get the foundation required to attain a leadership role in human resources/organizational development. I would like to attend the Memorial academy that offers leadership courses and a leadership mentoring program. My Instructional systems education, along with working as an OD specialist and graduating from the Memorial leadership academy will help me obtain my long term goal.

The artifacts that I will be presenting will demonstrate my mastery of the key skill areas I will need for my desired profession.