The MS program in industrial/organizational psychology is designed for students whose interests lie in applying psychological principles to the work context. Students receive a comprehensive background in research methodology, personnel, and organizational psychology as well as related areas of psychology.
Courses in Specialization (36 credits)
Required Courses (21 credits) |
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Design of Psychological Research |
3 |
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Seminar in Industrial/Organizational Psychology |
3 |
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Problems in Industrial Psychology I: Personnel Psychology |
3 |
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Problems in Industrial Psychology II: Organizational Psychology |
3 |
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Research Methodology (Thesis I) |
3 |
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Research Methodology in Design of Psychological Research (Seminar I) |
3 |
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Thesis (Thesis II) |
3 |
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Research Seminar in Evaluation of Psychological Research (Seminar II) |
3 |
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Applied Statistical Analysis for Business Decisions |
3 |
Elective Courses (15 credits)
Students choose five electives in consultation with a graduate supervisor. The following are examples of the type of elective courses offered: |
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Personality |
3 |
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Social Psychology |
3 |
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Leadership and Group Processes |
3 |
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Attitude and Attitude Change |
3 |
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Psychometric Methods |
3 |
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Clinical Interviewing |
3 |
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Seminar in Contemporary Psychological Topics* |
3 |
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Introduction to Environmental Psychology |
3 |
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Clinical Techniques in Industrial Psychology |
3 |
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Human Engineering |
3 |
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Internship in Industrial/Organizational Psychology |
3 |
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* Students may take PSY 9786 more than once if the topic is different. |
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