Master's Degree in Applied Psychology – Industrial/Organizational
Degree: Master of Science
Major: Applied Psychology
Concentration: Industrial/Organizational
Hours: 45
Industrial/Organizational Psychology Overview
Â鶹ÊÓƵ's Master of Science in Applied Psychology with a concentration in industrial/organizational integrates the traditional areas of psychology with the more contemporary areas of organizational development and analysis. Specialized course work includes test construction, community and industrial consultation, survey research, organizational development and a variety of other areas.
In order to apply to this program, you must have the equivalent of a bachelor's degree in psychology (24 semester hours - which includes a course in research methods), a statement of purpose and three letters of recommendation that address the applicant's suitability for graduate study and the applicant’s standards for professional conduct. You must also meet the general admission requirement.
In most cases, applicants with the material listed above who have at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA, at least a 3.0 GPA in psychology courses are considered for admission. GRE scores are not required for admission. The department has flexible admission criteria which allow the faculty to review applicants individually. The department will only consider applications for enrollment that begins in the Fall semester. International students must have a minimum TOEFL score of 79 or a minimum IEFLTS score of 6.5.
Industrial/Organizational Psychology Courses You May Take
Leadership and Managing People: In-depth study of the major topics in leadership with an emphasis on the leader. Includes research-based evidence and practice in the fields of leadership and organizational psychology and application of essential knowledge and skills in leadership through project-based learning.
Performance Management: This course focuses on major topics in performance management, including research-based evidence and best practices in the field and application of essential knowledge and skills in performance management.
Judgement and Decision Making: An introduction to the cognitive and psychological basis of judgement and decision making. We will explore important questions about peoples' capacity for analyzing information, whether people are capable of rational judgement, whether statistical models should replace human judgement and how to improve judgement and decision making.
Advanced Organizational Psychology: Study of social and organizational factors in the work place. Emphasis on theories of organizational/group dynamics, social foundations of influence, leadership and growth/development.
Advanced Industrial Psychology: Psychological principles and techniques applied to human resources management. Techniques include job analysis, legal issues, placement and training, performance appraisal, compensation and career development.
Career Paths for Industrial/Organizational Psychology
Professionals with this degree typically work under the direction of workers from a variety of fields, such as nursing, psychiatry, psychology or social work. Job settings typically include private practices, schools, offices, hospitals, community centers and businesses.
Primary Careers
School/career counselor, drug and alcohol addiction counselor, art/music therapist
- Clinical and mental health counseling
- Family counseling
- Criminal justice
- Health care and rehabilitation
- Business
- Education
- Social services
- Schools and universities
- Mental health facilities
- Government agencies
- Non-profit organizations
- Counseling firms/organizations
- Business owners, all-levels